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Why Are So Many Not Healed?
Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Apr 11, 2024 (message contributor)
WHY ARE SO MANY NOT HEALED?
Lack of Biblical Faith
This is a slippery slope that can end with someone believing it is their fault they are not healed. Much like the people who asked Jesus if the reason someone was sick was because it was their fault. Even a little faith is pleasing to God. But no faith hinders healing. In Mark 6:5-6 it says, "Jesus could not work any miracles there, except to heal a few sick people ... He was surprised that the people did not have any faith." Biblical faith produces certainty, conviction and action all needed for God to heal.
Feel Undeserving of Healing
Someone can feel they are not worthy of being healed. They think their request is simply not important in all that God has to do. They believe they are not deserving of such a miracle. No one can earn healing, it is God's gift just like the rest of his grace toward us. But you can put yourself in position to be healed.
Erroneous Theology
Some people cannot be healed because they believe God's healing ministry has ceased to function. They are Cessationists. They believe we are in another dispensation where miraculous healings no longer occur. It's hard to be healed when your theology does not allow for divine healing anymore.
Sin Is a Hindrance
Sin can cause sickness. I Corinthians 11:29-30 tells us, "Those who eat and drink without discerning the body of Christ eat and drink judgment on themselves. That is why many among you are weak and sick." We are to repent of our sins during the celebration of communion (and other times as well) so we can be forgiven and receive the healing God has for us.
Prayers are Incorrect
Our prayers may not be specific enough for us to be healed. Jesus always encourages specific prayers. We may pray for physical healing when the real need is for emotional healing. Our prayers may be too surface and not get down to the root issue that needs to be healed.
Neglect our Bodies
God has designed us to function optimally with the appropriate amount of sleep. Our bodies are made for physical exercise and healthy eating. When we neglect our bodies we limit the healing God can give us.
Accommodation of Sickness
Some accept their sickness as a way of life. They give up hope for healing. Like the man who had been crippled for thirty-eight years they have accommodated themselves to their lot in life. Jesus initiated the healing of this man and commanded him to take action. When he did he was instantly healed and could walk.
Root Issues
Your healing can be blocked by unforgiveness. Mark 11:25 says, "When you stand up to pray you must forgive what others have done to you." Anger can lead to bitterness taking root in your life and hinder the healing work God wants to do.
If you need to be healed, make sure you are doing whatever you can so Jesus can do what only he can.
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