Key Takeaways
1. Every Believer is Commissioned to Heal the Sick
The Living Bible even makes it simpler because it says "... and they will be able to place their hands on the sick and heal them" (Mark 16:18).
Divine Mandate. Jesus commissioned all believers, not just ordained ministers, to carry on His work of healing the sick. This is a direct instruction from the Great Physician, emphasizing that the supernatural is teachable and accessible to ordinary people. The authors believe a global movement of believers will rise to heal the sick and cast out devils.
Supernatural Teachings. The authors' ministry focuses on teaching the masses how to operate in the supernatural, just as the original disciples did. They've seen thousands healed and others successfully taught to heal and cast out devils. This teaching is spreading globally through video schools, reaching remote areas where traditional evangelists may not go.
Miracle-Working Disciples. The goal is to equip every believer to become a miracle-working disciple, like those in the book of Acts. This involves understanding that the power of God resides within them through the Holy Spirit. The authors emphasize that they possess no more power than any other believer, but they use it more.
2. Healing is God's Will and Intended to Be Simple
Sickness does not bring glory to God — healing and health bring glory to God!
God's Desire. It is unequivocally God's will for people to be healed. Jesus' response to the leper, "I want to," confirms His desire for healing. Sickness originates from the devil, not God, and healing brings glory to God, not illness.
Simplicity Over Complexity. God designed healing to be simple, but humanity often complicates it with traditions and unbelief. The authors aim to remove these complexities, revealing the straightforward methods God has shown them. This simplicity is crucial for widespread adoption of healing practices.
Jesus' Example. Jesus "went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil" (Acts 10:38). This demonstrates that healing is an integral part of God's plan and ministry. Believers are called to emulate Jesus, destroying the works of the devil, which include sickness.
3. Laying on of Hands Releases God's Power
When any Spirit-filled believer lays hands on someone, the power of God goes out of him into the other person.
Direct Application. Laying on of hands is presented as the simplest and most direct method of healing. Jesus explicitly stated that "those who believe shall lay hands on the sick and they shall recover" (Mark 16:18). This method does not require elaborate prayers or emotional displays, just belief.
Resident Power. Spirit-filled believers carry the same resurrection power that raised Jesus from the dead. This power is always resident within them, operable whether they feel it emotionally or not. A simple touch can release this divine energy, as demonstrated by instantaneous healings of cancer, diabetes, and crippled limbs.
Symbolic Touch. Beyond spiritual power, human touch conveys love, comfort, and assurance. This natural aspect of touch, combined with the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit, makes it a potent tool for healing. The authors encourage believers to recognize their hands as instruments of Jesus, filled with healing power.
4. Command Sickness with Authority, Don't Just Pray
When you SAY unto this mountain, "Be thou cast into the sea," you are COMMANDING that mountain to do something, because you know who you are in Christ!
Saying vs. Praying. There's a significant distinction between "saying" (commanding) and "praying" (asking God). Jesus instructed believers to "say unto this mountain, Be thou removed" (Mark 11:23), implying direct authoritative command over sickness and problems. The disciples, after Pentecost, primarily commanded healing, rather than praying for it.
Authority in Christ. Believers possess the authority of Jesus to command diseases to leave. This isn't about yelling, but speaking with an inner conviction that the devil recognizes. The authors recount commanding a terminal brain tumor to leave, resulting in complete healing and restoration of sight and hearing.
Watch Your Words. This principle also works in reverse: negative confessions can manifest undesirable outcomes. The authors share personal experiences of inadvertently "speaking" sickness into existence through negative declarations. Therefore, it's crucial to speak words aligned with God's will and healing.
5. See Your Healing Manifest: What You See Is What You Get
I believe the day when our spirit eyes are opened and we begin to see our healing back on Jesus where it belongs is the day you and I are going to receive whatever healing we need!
Spiritual Vision. Beyond natural sight, God wants to open our spiritual eyes to envision healing. This involves seeing our diseases placed back on Jesus, who bore them on the cross. When this spiritual reality becomes clear, physical healing often follows.
Envisioning Outcomes. The principle "what you see is what you get" applies to healing and other areas of life. Just as Pastor Yonggi Cho envisioned his church filled, believers are encouraged to envision their desired healing or outcome in their spirit. This isn't mere imagination but a faith-filled vision aligned with God's Word.
Personal Testimony. The author shares how seeing a $1,000 check in her spirit led to its manifestation, and later a $5,000 check. Applying this to healing, she witnessed individuals with frozen shoulders, polio, and rheumatoid arthritis healed after they "saw" their sickness on Jesus. This method requires persistence in seeing the spiritual truth.
6. Faith in Action Triggers Supernatural Results
When did it occur? WHEN HE PUT HIS FAITH INTO ACTION.
Obedience is Key. Many biblical healings occurred when individuals acted on Jesus' commands, demonstrating "faith in action." Examples include:
- The man with the withered hand stretching it out.
- The blind man washing in the Pool of Siloam.
- Naaman dipping seven times in the Jordan River.
These acts of obedience, however seemingly illogical, unlocked their healing.
Beyond Passive Belief. Faith is not a passive state but an active force. It requires movement and response to God's instruction. The authors emphasize that healing often manifests at the very moment a person puts their faith into action, before doubt can creep in.
Practical Application. The authors apply this by telling people to "move your elbow" or "raise your arm" immediately after laying hands on them. This prompt action often results in instantaneous healing. This combination of laying on of hands, commanding, and faith in action proves highly effective.
7. Casting Out Devils: Exercise Your Authority Over Evil Spirits
You do not have to wrestle with demons. Jesus simply said that those who believe shall use my authority — my name — to cast out demons.
Believer's Authority. Every believer has been given power and authority over all the power of the enemy (Luke 10:19). This means demons must obey commands given in the name of Jesus. The authors stress that believers should not fear demons, as the Holy Spirit within them is greater than any evil spirit.
Binding Satan First. Before casting out a demon, it's crucial to bind Satan in the name of Jesus. This severs the demon's connection to its power source, making it easier to expel. The authors explain that many "incurable" diseases are caused by spirits, which cannot be removed by surgery but must be cast out.
Wisdom and Balance. While deliverance is vital, the authors caution against becoming "overbalanced" and seeing a demon behind every problem. They advocate for a balanced ministry, like Jesus', which included teaching, preaching, healing, and casting out devils. They also advise against asking demons to name themselves, as demons are liars.
8. The Gift of Faith Empowers Extraordinary Miracles
The gift of faith is something you will immediately sense when it falls! For one brief moment, the devil will take his last fling and there may be a flicker of doubt in your mind, but step out in faith, and become a supernatural person!
Supernatural Daring. The gift of faith is a sovereign impartation from the Holy Spirit, enabling a believer to act with absolute certainty beyond natural understanding. It transforms an ordinary person into a supernatural one for a specific purpose, like Peter walking on water or commanding a crippled man to walk.
Instantaneous Knowing. When the gift of faith operates, there's an immediate, undeniable "knowing" that a miracle will occur. This isn't a feeling but a deep conviction in the heart. The authors describe experiencing this gift when commanding a boy with cerebral palsy to run, or a man's arm to grow several inches.
Act Swiftly. The key is to step out boldly and quickly when the gift of faith falls, without hesitation or doubt. This gift can also be received by the person needing healing, leading to their own acts of faith, such as a woman removing her cast after a prayer. It's a powerful tool for God to demonstrate His glory.
9. God Performs Creative Miracles: New Parts for Bodies
God does creative miracles! He makes physical things out of things that do not exist.
Divine Creation. God, the ultimate Creator, can form new body parts where none existed or restore damaged ones. Just as He spoke light into being, He can call into existence bone, tissue, nerves, or organs for human bodies. This is a profound demonstration of His power.
Biblical Precedent. The authors highlight Matthew 15:29-31, where Jesus healed the maimed, and "those with missing arms and legs had new ones." This scripture ignited their faith for creative miracles. They believe God provides "replacement parts" for defective or worn-out bodies.
Modern Examples. The authors share astonishing testimonies of creative miracles in their ministry:
- A missing thumb growing back with a thumbnail (though the nail later disappeared, suggesting a spiritual vision).
- A girl's crooked, tartar-covered teeth becoming perfectly straight and healthy.
- Cavities being filled and missing fillings reappearing.
- A woman receiving a "new uterus" after prayer.
- A collapsed lung being restored.
These miracles demonstrate God's ability to do the impossible.
10. Growing Out Limbs: A Common and Powerful Demonstration
The growing out of arms was not just a physical miracle that you could see, but it was God's way of adjusting or healing a back problem.
Visible Adjustment. Growing out short arms or legs is a common and easily observable miracle, serving as a powerful witness to God's healing power. Initially skeptical, the authors became convinced after witnessing it firsthand and realizing its connection to deeper physical issues.
Back Alignment. This miracle often indicates a deeper healing of spinal misalignments, nerves, muscles, or tendons. The authors discovered that many back problems, nerve deafness, and even bed-wetting can be resolved through this "adjustment." They encourage checking the back after a limb grows out.
Simple Technique. The process involves having the person stand or sit, measuring their limbs, and then commanding the short limb to grow and the back to align in Jesus' name. The authors emphasize that God does the work, and the believer is simply the instrument. This simple act can lead to profound healings and salvations.
11. Persistence and Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit are Vital
Be sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit.
Divine Guidance. Healing ministry requires acute sensitivity to the Holy Spirit's leading, as God often directs in subtle ways. This guidance can prompt specific actions, words, or even timing for a miracle. The authors share instances of being led to pray for specific individuals in unexpected places, like an airport restroom, resulting in profound healings.
Unwavering Persistence. Don't give up if healing doesn't manifest immediately. The authors recount their own early struggles, where only a few out of thousands were healed, yet they persisted. Elisha's persistence in following Elijah to receive a double portion of his spirit serves as a biblical example for believers to relentlessly pursue God's blessings.
Learning and Growing. Healing is a continuous learning process. Each miracle, or even lack thereof, provides an opportunity to learn more about God's ways. The authors encourage believers to step out in faith, even without full understanding, trusting that God will honor their obedience and teach them along the way.
12. Obedience and Right Living are Conditions for Divine Health
You cannot live in sin and expect the best from God.
God's Conditions. While God is sovereign and can heal anyone, there are often conditions for receiving and maintaining divine health. These include:
- Fearing and reverencing God (Malachi 4:2).
- Leaning on, trusting, and being confident in the Lord with all your heart (Proverbs 3:5-8).
- Turning entirely away from evil.
- Diligently listening to and obeying God's commandments (Deuteronomy 28:1, Exodus 15:26).
Tithing and Protection. Tithing is presented as a condition for God to "rebuke the devourer" (Malachi 3:10-11), protecting against destruction, including sickness. The authors share a testimony of children with muscular dystrophy healed after their tithing parents were prayed for based on this scripture. Obedience brings rewards, including health.
Seek Medical Help Without Condemnation. If, after trying all known spiritual methods, healing doesn't manifest, seeking medical help is not a sign of weak faith. The author shares her own experience of seeking surgery for a leg ulcer without condemnation, leading to rapid healing and witnessing opportunities in the hospital. God can use medical means, and His sovereignty overrides all conditions.
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