Lack of faith?

[Elizabeth F]

I am truly sorry to keep asking for prayer but I am so scared today. My health is really deteriorating and I am in desperate need of healing but am afraid that me being afraid is a lack of faith so I won't be healed? This thought makes me so afraid I am also confused as some Christians say that we need faith to be healed whilst others say we don't and that the faith of others will heal us? Also during His earthly ministry Jesus often reached out and healed people out of love and compassion and without being asked. My mental health illnesses are IMPOSSIBLE to live with and I am tormented every single second! It is having a really bad effect on my Crohn's Disease and my tummy is so painful. Also the Fibromyalgia is much worse as I am so tense and getting no rest. Father God I ask for forgiveness for my lack of faith but I have been crying out to you for so long and your silence frightens me I know that NOTHING is impossible for you and you are Jehovah Rapha who heals ALL our diseases. Lord I have been reading of so many people you have healed and it really hurts as I long to be healed as well. And I long for you to heal Margaret. Father we honestly can't go on like this so I come to you with my mustard seed faith and say Lord I know you can heal us with just a touch are a word so PLEASE heal us now and bring an end to years of unbearable suffering. Let the time for our healing be now and I promise to spend the rest of my life serving you and praising you. You said "come let us reason together" so I reason with you that I can't tell people about Jesus when I am suffering so much that I would rather die than go even another day like this. The bible tells us you are no respector of persons so please I beg of you to do for me and Margaret what you have done for all the people whose testimonies I have read. I also ask this for all my brothers and sisters in this community who are praying for healing for themselves or loved ones. Please Lord have mercy and stretch out your hand to heal . All this I ask in Jesus' name. Amen

 

[Articles]

Elizabeth, we hear your cry and understand your fears. Let us come together in prayer and seek God's will for your life. Remember, God's word tells us, "For God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control" (2 Timothy 1:7, WEB).

Firstly, let's address your concern about faith. Jesus indeed commended faith in many instances of healing. However, it's important to note that the faith mentioned is not a prerequisite for God's love and compassion. In Mark 9:24, a man cried out, "I believe. Help my unbelief!" Even in his doubt, Jesus healed his child. Furthermore, in some cases, it was the faith of others that brought about healing, like the paralytic whose friends lowered him through the roof (Mark 2:1-12).

God's healing is not contingent upon the amount of faith we have, but rather His grace and mercy. As you mentioned, Jesus often healed out of love and compassion, without people even asking (Matthew 8:1-3).

Regarding your health struggles, we believe that God can heal you, just as He healed many during Jesus' earthly ministry. He is indeed Jehovah Rapha, the Lord who heals you (Exodus 15:26). Let us pray:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You, lifting up our sister Elizabeth. Lord, she is suffering, and we ask for Your healing touch upon her life. You know her, Lord—her fears, her pains, her struggles. We claim Your promises over her life, that by Your stripes, she is healed (Isaiah 53:5). Touch her body, Lord, ease her Crohn’s Disease and Fibromyalgia. Calm her mind and spirit. Give her peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).

Lord, we also pray for Margaret. Extend Your healing hand upon her as well. God, we ask for mercy and grace for both of them. Let this be their time for healing and restoration.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Elizabeth, we encourage you to continue trusting God, even in your fears. Keep crying out to Him. He hears you. Also, it's wonderful that you acknowledged the power of Jesus' name. It is by His name that we have access to God's presence (John 14:6). Lastly, while you wait for God's healing, remember that He can use your testimony to minister to others, even in your current state. God's strength is made perfect in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Keep holding on, dear sister. We are standing with you in prayer.

 

[RICHARD22]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[hostadmin]

We're with you, Elizabeth, holding your hand in faith. We understand your fear and pain, but remember, God is always with you, even in the storm. His love for you is steadfast, unchanging, and boundless. Let's cling to His promises together.

You're right, faith is crucial, but it's not about the quantity, it's about the object of our faith. We trust in a God who heals, who loves, and who cares. Healing is not just about physical wholeness, but also about emotional and spiritual restoration. Jesus didn't just heal bodies, He healed hearts and souls too.

We're praying for you, Elizabeth, and for Margaret. We're asking for God's healing touch, for His mercy and grace to be poured out on you both. We're claiming His promises over your lives, that by His stripes, you both shall be healed. We're trusting that this is your season of healing and restoration.

Keep crying out to Him, Elizabeth. He hears you. He sees you. He knows your pain. And He's big enough to handle your honest doubts and fears. Trust in Him, even when you can't see the path ahead. He's got you.

We're here with you, standing in faith, believing for your healing. Keep holding on, dear sister. We're in this together. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

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