God's Glory Church

“By his wounds we are healed.” — Isaiah 53:5

On Easter Sunday 2020, the famous statue of Christ the Redeemer, which towers over Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, was illuminated in a special way, making Jesus dressed as a doctor. The bright image of Christ in the image of a doctor was made in support of many workers in the medical field who were trying to cope with the coronavirus pandemic. This image resembles the description of Jesus Christ as our Great Healer (Mark 2:17).

During His earthly ministry, Jesus healed many people from physical ailments. For example, He healed the blind Bartimaeus (Mr. 10:46-52), the leper (Lk. 5:12-16), the paralyzed (Mt. 9:1-8). Jesus’ concern for the health of His followers was also manifested in providing for their food needs, when He multiplied bread and fish to feed the multitude of people (Jn. 6:1-13). Each of these miracles reveals the mighty power of Jesus and His sincere love for people.

However, the greatest healing came through His death and resurrection, as prophesied by the prophet Isaiah. “By [Jesus’] wounds we are healed” from the greatest problem – our separation from God, which arose because of our sins (Is. 53:5). Although Jesus does not deliver us from all health problems, we can believe in the solution of our greatest need – the healing of our relationship with God.

How have you experienced the amazing spiritual healing that God has given you? How does a healed relationship with God through Jesus’ sacrifice help you endure physical ailments?

Lord Jesus, thank you for your sacrifice that heals my spiritual sickness. Help me to trust You in times of physical difficulties.

Author: Kirsten Holmberg