Psalm 147:3
“He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds.” (WEB)
God tends to emotional wounds as carefully as a physician binds an injury.
Bible Verses About Healing
Scripture speaks of healing for the body, the broken heart, and the soul. These verses are a comfort when you or someone you love needs God's healing touch.
Jeremiah 17:14
“Heal me, O Yahweh, and I will be healed. Save me, and I will be saved; for you are my praise.” (WEB)
A simple, honest prayer for healing you can make your own.
James 5:14-15
Instruction to call the elders to pray over the sick, healing held in community and prayer.
Isaiah 53:5
“By his wounds we are healed.” A verse pointing to the deeper healing found in Christ.
Psalm 103:2-3
“who heals all your diseases”, remembering God's benefits, including healing.
Exodus 15:26
“I am Yahweh who heals you.” One of God's names is Healer.
Applying these verses
Whether you're praying for physical recovery or the slow healing of grief, these verses invite honest, hopeful prayer. James 5 reminds us not to pray alone, ask trusted believers to pray with you.
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What is a good Bible verse for healing?
Psalm 147:3 (“He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds”) and Jeremiah 17:14 (“Heal me, O Yahweh, and I will be healed”) are two of the most comforting verses for healing of body and heart.
Does the Bible promise physical healing?
The Bible shows God as a healer and encourages prayer for the sick (James 5:14-15), with many accounts of healing. It does not promise that every illness will be healed in this life, but it assures us of God's care and ultimate healing.
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