Does God still perform miraculous healing today? Or did that only happen while Jesus was on Earth or in the early Church? Join Chip as he delves into James chapter 5 and uncovers what Scripture reveals about restoration and healing from emotional, physical, and spiritual pain. Do not miss this insightful discussion that could reshape your understanding of divine healing today.
Main Points
God's prescription for emotional healing:
- For emotional distress – Rx…. Pray! --James 5:13a
- For emotional delight – Rx…. Sing! --James 5:13b
Question #1: What kind of prayers heal emotional wounds?
- Prayers that heal emotions include three parts and are called laments: | 1. Recount your pain. | 2. Recall God's Character. | 3. Resolve to trust Him. |
- Examples to follow when you feel "bad" due to: | Depression, doubt, circumstances. --Psalm 13 | Guilt, shame, sin. --Psalm 38 | Persecution, adversity. --Psalm 56 | Injustice, "raw deal." --Psalm 73
Question #2: What kind of prayers fill our emotional reservoir?
- Prayers that fill our emotional tanks include three parts and are called Psalms of praise: | 1. Recount your gain. | 2. Recall God's character. | 3. Resolve to thank Him. |
- Examples to follow when you feel "good" due to: | God’s forgiveness, healing. --Psalm 103 | God’s goodness and love. --Psalm 136 | God’s mighty acts, compassion. --Psalm 145 | God’s faithfulness, creation. --Psalm 146-150 |
Conclusion:
- "Ups" and "downs" are normal.
- Emotional health demands we move beyond the "silencingof our symptoms."
- Emotional healing is a gift from God. Go to "The" Counselor before you go to a counselor.
- "Getting stuck" is also normal and God uses people, in conjunction with prayer, to mend our emotional wounds.
- Extreme wounds, at times, demand extended and specialized care.
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