In the realm of supernatural healing, one question stands out: Is it God’s will to heal everyone? For many, this is not just a theological question but a deep personal one. While it would be easy to answer based on circumstances or outcomes, the best way to approach this question is by turning our eyes to Jesus. Why Jesus? Because His life perfectly reveals the heart and will of our Father God.
Let’s explore the Scriptures together to uncover the answer. Along the way, we’ll examine the life of Jesus and see how His actions and words shed light on this profound question.
The Name of Jesus: A Revelation of God’s Will
When Joseph learned that Mary was pregnant before their marriage was consummated, he was ready to quietly end their engagement to protect her reputation. But the Lord appeared to him in a dream, urging him not to fear and to take Mary as his wife. God also gave Joseph specific instructions to name the child Jesus, a name with deep Hebrew roots. It originates from “Joshua,” meaning God is salvation.
This name was not a coincidence. It encapsulates the mission and identity of Jesus. God revealed that Jesus would “save His people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21). The Greek word for “save” here is sozo, which goes beyond forgiveness of sins. It also means to rescue, heal, restore to health, deliver from destruction, and save from disease.
Sozo is central to Jesus’ ministry. Throughout His life, He embodied the fullness of salvation—offering forgiveness, deliverance, and healing to all who came to Him.
Jesus: The Mirror of God’s Will
Jesus consistently demonstrated God’s will during His time on earth. He made statements like:
- “My Father has been working until now, and I have been working” (John 5:17).
- “The Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son also does in like manner” (John 5:19).
- “For as the Father has life in Himself, so He has granted the Son to have life in Himself” (John 5:26).
These verses reveal a profound truth: everything Jesus did was a direct reflection of the Father’s will. When Jesus healed the sick, He was expressing God’s desire for healing and wholeness.
Witnesses of Healing in Scripture
The Gospels are filled with stories that illustrate God’s will to heal. Let’s look at two powerful examples:
- The Woman with the Issue of Blood
In Mark 5, a woman suffering for 12 years said to herself, “If only I may touch His clothes, I shall be made well.” (The word well here is that Greek word sozo.) When she touched the hem of Jesus’ garment, power flowed from Him, and she was instantly healed. Jesus affirmed her faith, saying, “Your faith has made you well” (sozo). - The Man with the Withered Hand
In another instance, Jesus was challenged by religious leaders for healing on the Sabbath. His response was striking: “Is it lawful on the Sabbath to do good or to do evil, to save (sozo) life or to destroy it?” (Mark 3:4). He then commanded the man to stretch out his hand, and it was restored.
In these accounts and countless others, Jesus healed everyone who came to Him in faith. He never turned anyone away or suggested that sickness was part of God’s plan for their lives. In the Genesis account of Creation, there is no evidence that God intended for mankind to live in a sick body. It was only after sin entered the heart of man that we see the reign of death.
A Convincing Answer: God Is Willing
Perhaps the most direct answer to our question comes from the story of the leper in Matthew 8:2-3. The man said, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Jesus’ response is as clear as it gets: “I am willing.” He then healed the man instantly.
God’s willingness to heal is not a question of ability or worthiness. It is rooted in His character and His unchanging desire to bring life, health, and wholeness to His children.
Do You Need to Touch the Hem of His Garment?
If you’re wrestling with doubt about whether God wants to heal you, take heart. The life of Jesus reveals an unwavering answer: Yes, it is God’s will to heal you. He is more willing to heal than we are to ask. All He asks of us is to surrender our doubts and simply believe. If you’re born again you have received all that Salvation offers. In Salvation, you received the right to be rescued, healed, delivered, and completely saved.
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Through the life of Jesus, we see a God who heals—not just sometimes, but every time someone comes to Him in faith. Healing is not just what He does; it’s who He is. Will you believe Him today?
