Prayers for healing can feel like a last resort, but praying should be our first response to friends and family needing help. In a world seeking solace and recovery, the power of prayer becomes a steadfast companion, offering comfort to weary souls and healing to ailing bodies.
We can also look to Bible verses about healing for encouragement and hope in God's mercy to help the suffering.
Use this collection of healing prayers to ask God for His mercy and grace on the sick.
Prayer for Trust in God: O God, the source of all health: So fill my heart with faith in your love, that with calm expectancy I may make room for your grace to heal me, and gracefully accept your healing; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer in Pain: Lord Jesus Christ, by your patience in suffering, you blessed earthly pain and gave us the example of obedience to your Father’s will: Be near me in my time of weakness and pain; sustain me by your grace, that my strength and courage may not fail; heal me according to your will; and help me always to believe that what happens to me here is of little account if you hold me in eternal life, my Lord and my God. Amen
Prayer for Healing: Heavenly Father, I come before you with a heart burdened by illness. You are the great healer, and I place my trust in your loving hands. Grant me strength to endure this trial and courage to face each day. Pour out your healing grace upon my body, mind, and spirit. May your peace, which surpasses all understanding, fill my heart. In the midst of my weakness, be my strength. I surrender myself to your care, trusting that your love will sustain me. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Healing Prayer: Dear Lord, I come before you with a heavy heart, asking for your healing touch upon [name]. You are the ultimate healer, and I trust in your power to restore health. May your grace surround [name] and bring comfort and healing to their body, mind, and spirit. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Comfort and Strength Prayer: Heavenly Father, in times of sickness, we seek your comfort and strength. Be with [name] in their time of need. Provide them with your peace that surpasses all understanding. Grant them strength, courage, and hope to face the challenges ahead. Let them feel your loving presence. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer for Peace: Lord Jesus Christ, you are the Prince of Peace. I lift up [name] to you, asking for your peace to fill their heart and mind. Ease their pain and grant them tranquility in the midst of illness. Let your love surround them and bring a sense of calm. In your holy name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer for the Caregivers: Gracious Father, bless and strengthen those who care for [name]. Grant them patience, compassion, and endurance as they support their loved one. Provide wisdom to the medical professionals involved and guide their decisions. May your love be evident in the care [name] receives. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Discover more prayers for healing in our comprehensive collection below:
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Lord, your Word speaks promises of healing and restoration and I thank you for the miracles you still perform today. Today I claim those promises over my friend. I believe in the healing power of faith and prayer and I ask you to begin your mighty work in the life of my friend. Please reach down and surround my friend with supernatural peace and strength and give her the faith to believe that all things are possible for you. Protect her from Satan's lies and discouragement and let her miraculous healing begin. Amen.
Lord Jesus, thank you that you love [name of the person who needs healing]. I know that you hate what their illness is doing to them/me. I ask that you would heal this disease, that you would have compassion and bring healing from all sickness.
Your word says in Psalm 107:19-20 that when we call out to you the Eternal one you will give the order, heal and rescue us from certain death. In the Bible, I have read of miraculous healing and I believe that you still heal the same way today. I believe that there is no illness you cannot heal after all the bible tells of you raising people from the dead so I ask for your healing in this situation.
I also know from my experience of life on earth that not everyone is healed. If that happens here then keep my heart soft towards you, help me to understand your plan, and help me to be excited about heaven.
God, I thank you that [name of the person who needs healing] belongs to you and that you are in control of everything that happens from our first breath to our last sigh. Amen. ~ Wendy van Eyck
Almighty God, you are the only source of health and healing. In you, there is calm and the only true peace in the universe. Grant to each one of us your children an awareness of your presence, and give us perfect confidence in you.
In all pain, weariness, and anxiety, teach us to yield ourselves to your never-failing care, knowing that your love and power surround us, trusting in your wisdom and providence to give us health, strength, and peace when your time is best, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Source: The Nazarene, Vols. 7-9, 1922
Dear God, We confess our need for you today. We need your healing and your grace. We need hope restored. We need to be reminded that you work on behalf of those you love, constantly, powerfully, and completely. Forgive us for trying to fix our situations all on our own. Forgive us for running all different directions and spinning our wheels to find help, when true help and healing must be found first in You. Forgive us for forgetting how much we need you, above everyone and everything else.
We come to you and bring you the places we are hurting. You see where no one else is able to fully see or understand. You know the pain we've carried. The burdens. The cares. You know where we need to be set free. We ask for your healing and grace to cover every broken place. Every wound. Every heartache. Thank you that you are able to do far more than we could ever imagine. Thank you for your Mighty Power that acts on behalf of your children. We reach out to you and know that you are restoring and redeeming every place of difficulty and battle for your greater glory. Thank you that you will never waste our pain and suffering. We love you. We need you today. In Jesus' Name, Amen ~ Debbie McDaniel
Father, help me get my focus back on you. I know I need to stop dwelling on my hurts and frustrations. Help me be faithful in prayer and put my hope in you. May the Holy Spirit guide and comfort and strengthen me. In Jesus' name, Amen. ~ Living Free Every Day Devotional
Lord, I come before you today in need of your healing hand. In you all things are possible. Hold my heart within yours, and renew my mind, body, and soul.
I am lost, but I come to you with grace. You gave us life, and you also give us the gift of infinite joy. Give me the strength to move forward on the path you’ve laid out for me.
Guide me towards better health, and give me the wisdom to identify those you’ve placed around me to help me get better. In your name, I pray, Amen.
Also, read Bible verses about healing to find comfort in God's word.
Father God, today I come before you in full recognition and praise for your power and love. You are our true source for healing and wholeness in all aspects of our lives. In Your mercy, I ask for physical healing, that You would touch and mend every aspect of my body that is in need. Grant me strength and vitality, that I may experience Your healing touch in every cell and fiber of my being.
Lord, I also pray for emotional healing. Heal the wounds of past hurts, soothe the pain of brokenness, and bring comfort to my troubled heart. Pour out Your peace and joy, replacing anxiety and sorrow with Your divine presence.
Father, today I seek spiritual healing. Cleanse me from all unrighteousness, forgive my sins, and lead me on the path of righteousness. Restore my soul and draw me closer to Your heart, that I may experience the fullness of Your love and grace.
I lift up the healing of relationships. Mend broken bonds, reconcile hearts, and bring unity where there is division. Pour out Your healing balm upon fractured connections, that forgiveness, understanding, and love may prevail.
I thank You, Father, for Your compassion and faithfulness. I declare Your healing power and believe that You are working miracles in my life. May Your healing grace overflow in abundance, bringing restoration, wholeness, and a testimony of Your goodness. Amen.
Father God, In this moment of overwhelming thoughts and emotions, I turn to You. You are my refuge and strength. Please grant me peace and clarity in the midst of chaos. Help me cast my burdens upon You, knowing You care for me. Guide me step by step, and grant me the strength to face each challenge with Your wisdom and grace. Thank You for Your unfailing love and constant presence. Amen.
Lord, it seems as if my world has collapsed, hurling me into a deep, dark pit. I come to you in complete surrender. I am desperate for you, helpless and afraid. Please lift me out of this pit and show me the way, Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen ~ Mary Southerland
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I come before You with a heart filled with love and concern for [name of the person]. I lift them up to You, knowing You are the ultimate Healer.
Lord, I ask for complete restoration and wholeness for [name of the person]. May Your healing power flow through them, bringing relief from pain, restoration of health, and a sense of well-being. May Your Holy Spirit shine upon them, bringing forth miracles and blessings in their life.
I trust in Your perfect plan for [name of the person] and place their healing journey in Your hands. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Father God, I come before you today seeking nothing short of a miracle for [insert person's name]. You are the God of miracles, capable of transforming the impossible into reality.
With unwavering faith, I ask for Your miraculous touch to permeate every aspect of [name of the person]'s being. Overcome any obstacle, dissolve any ailment, and restore them to complete health and wholeness.
Lord, I believe nothing is beyond Your reach, and I await Your healing. May Your will be done, and may Your healing light shine upon [name of the person]. I trust in You, knowing that Your love and mercy are unfailing.
I pray in the name of Jesus, the one who performed countless miracles. Amen.
Visit, O God, of our friend who is ill, whom we now commend to Your compassionate regard.
Comfort him upon his sickbed and ease his suffering. We beg for deliverance and submit that no healing is too hard for the Lord if it is His will.
We, therefore, pray that You bless our friend with Your loving care, renew his strength, and heal what ails him in Your loving name.
Thank You, Lord.
I am grateful for the privilege of intercessory prayer. Thank You for allowing me to lift others up to You in their times of need. Today, I ask that You guide my attention to those who are hurting from physical sickness and require Your touch.
By the power of Your Spirit, enable me to move and speak with divine wisdom and compassion. I trust that as I pray, Your presence will be evident, bringing forth miraculous transformations and blessings upon those for whom I intercede.
Lord, I surrender my prayers into Your hands, knowing that You are the Almighty and nothing is impossible for You. You are fully capable of curing sickness and disease. Show up in mighty ways, just as You always do. Work wonders and bring forth healing, restoration, and breakthroughs in the lives of those I pray for.
I place my faith in You, trusting that You hear every word spoken on behalf of others. May Your divine intervention bring about extraordinary healing, blessings, and comfort to those who are hurting.
In the precious name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.
O God, by the grace of the Holy Spirit
you poured the gift of love
into the hearts of your faithful people.
Give your servants [names]
health of the body and soul
that they may love you with all their strength,
and moved by love, do what pleases you;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Source: Gregorian Sacramentary
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Heavenly Father, You are the ultimate Healer, the divine Surgeon who knows every intricate detail of our beings. Today, we come before You with grateful hearts, acknowledging Your sovereignty over our lives and the healing process we are undergoing. Help us, Lord, embrace the uniqueness of our journeys and not compare ourselves to others. Remind us that Your timing is perfect, tailored specifically to our needs.
In Your loving care, we place our lives and our healing process. Strengthen us, O God, and grant us the grace to be still, trusting in Your faithfulness. We pray this in the name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy, who satisfies you with good so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's. (Psalm 103:2-5)
O Lord, the hope of Israel, all who forsake you shall be put to shame; those who turn away from you shall be written in the earth, for they have forsaken the Lord, the fountain of living water. Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved, for you are my praise. (Jeremiah 17:13-14)
Almighty God, you are the only source of health and healing. In you, there is calm and the only true peace in the universe. Grant to each one of us your children an awareness of your presence, and give us perfect confidence in you.
In all pain, weariness, and anxiety, teach us to yield ourselves to your never-failing care, knowing that your love and power surround us, trusting in your wisdom and providence to give us health, strength, and peace when your time is best, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Source: ACollectionofPrayers.com
Dear Lord, I need Your healing hand on my life. Show me the steps to take to be strong in my body, mind, and spirit. Give me a humble heart to accept and obey Your plan. Help me to trust You even if Your way is not what I would choose. Thank you for Your love that never lets me go. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. - Joanna Teige
Jehovah Rapha, You are the God who is our Healer. We come before you today on behalf of those in our lives who are sick. Lord, we know that You never wish for us to be sick, but You have allowed it in our sinful world. We pray that You would reveal Your great comfort to them today. Help them to feel seen and cared for by You. Father, give them hope and gratitude even when in bed or stuck at home. Show them Your love through other people as they look out at nature and in their times praying and reading Your Word. Give them a special sense of victory today. Amen. - Emma Danzey
Dear Lord, suffering from the mental anguish of emotional scars that feel like they can't be healed is heartbreaking. Please pour Your merciful love and peace into the heart of anyone trying to manage this invisible pain and soothe every wounded soul with the healing power of Your love. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. - Tracie Miles
Dear Lord, forgive me for sometimes coming to You for help only after I have exhausted all efforts to handle the problem on my own. Please fill me with a peace that surpasses all understanding. Grant me spiritual healing, and help me see You working in and through me. Thank You for always being available and on call. In Jesus' Name, Amen. - Tracie Miles
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Lord, please heal my broken heart. Fill me with the peace and joy I know can only come from You during this hard time. Walk closely beside me during my journey to healing and recovery that I know is possible through Your power alone. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. ~ Tracie Miles
All our times are in Thy hand. All diseases come at Thy call and go at Thy bidding. Thou redeemest our life from destruction and crownest us with loving kindness and tender mercies. We bless Thee, that Thou hast heard our prayer, and commanded deliverances for our friend and Thy servant, who has been under Thine afflicting hand. He (or she) was brought low, but Thou hast helped him (her). May he (she) not only live but declare the works of the Lord! As Thou hast delivered his eyes from tears, his feet from falling, and his soul from death, may he daily inquire: What shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits towards me, and resolve to offer unto Thee the sacrifices of thanksgiving and to call upon the name of the Lord. May we ever remember that recovery is only a reprieve and that someday we will go to our rest in the Lord. May we, therefore, secure the righteous path and live with eternity ever in our view.
Gracious Father, all health and healing are gifts from your hand.
We pray for (Name), give their doctors and nurses the wisdom and skill as they work for their healing.
While they wait and face many unknowns, calm all doubts and fears with the Word of your promise
that nothing can separate us from your love, that is ours in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:39).
Speed their healing if it is your will, and give them an extra measure of patience
as they wait for you to work all these things for their good (Romans 8:28);
through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Source: Paul C. Stratman
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Almighty Father, Thank you for your love, grace, and mercy. I pray that my discomforts will turn to comforts, my pains to gains, my deprivation to more blessings, my losses to profits, my tear to smiles, my sorrows to pleasures, my illness to wellness, my debts to credits and my dreams to realities.
As the Scripture said, “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” And he “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
I trust in you Lord and in you alone to heal me with any form of skepticism towards blessing that you will be employed upon me. I trust, Lord, that this agony and suffering that is only in my head, will come to end and positivism will shine upon me as I read, hear, study, and preach the truth in the Bible.
Most gracious and loving Father, I want to thank You for all the blessings You've given me, my family and friends, and all those I hold dear.
Thank You, Lord for giving me another day to see the beauty of your creations. You know the state of crisis that I am in now Lord. I want to be of use again to You, Lord. In the time of my hospitalization, You Lord remain as my rock and my anchor.
You stand as my lighthouse giving me hope. I pray Lord that you will heal me soon. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Most Holy Trinity, have mercy on us.
Lord, cleanse us from our sins.
Master, pardon our transgressions.
Holy One, visit and heal our infirmities,
for your name’s sake.
Source: Orthodox Church, Morning Prayer
Gracious and Loving God, I know that your word declares that I am made in your image. You call me your child and speak words of ceaseless grace and eternal mercy. But I have a hard time accepting these truths for myself. When I look at myself, I see only my faults, my insufficiencies, and my mistakes. I see a sinner to be condemned rather than a child to be loved.
Help me to see who I am in your sight. Help me claim my belovedness when I am tempted to deny it. Open my mouth in praise when I am tempted to speak words of rejection.
Lord Jesus Christ, lead me into times of rest and healing. When I am threatened with being overworked, burnt out, exhausted, or discouraged, call me away from my busyness to rest in you. Give me the boldness to treat myself well, to work on my own healing, and to be at peace with who I am. Help me to delight in myself as you delight in me.
Heavenly Father, I long to be the person you have created me to be. Help me to express the love that you so lavishly bestow upon my life, and may I respond to your Spirit that continues to transform me in your grace. I pray all of this in the name of Jesus Christ, my Savior. Amen. - adapted from prayer by Kyle Norman
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Heavenly Father, Your Word declares that You are the God who heals us. I come before You now, seeking Your healing touch, knowing that Your promises are true and steadfast.
In faith, I declare the words from Psalm 103:2-3, "Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases." Lord, I thank You for the forgiveness of my sins and I ask for Your healing power to flow through me.
I believe in the truth of James 5:15, which says, "And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up." I present my affliction before You, trusting that as I pray in faith, You will bring forth healing and restoration.
I hold onto the promise from Isaiah 53:5 that "by His wounds we are healed." Lord Jesus, You bore our sicknesses and carried our pains upon the cross. I invite Your healing virtue to flow through my body, bringing wholeness and wellness.
At this moment, I surrender my pain, my illness, and my worries to You, knowing that You are the Great Physician. May Your healing power be manifest in my life, according to Your perfect will.
I declare Your words from Jeremiah 30:17, that You will restore health to me and heal my wounds. I trust in Your faithfulness, and I wait expectantly for Your healing touch.
In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Here are some sample short prayers for healing. These are easy to write down on a card or to memorize and meditate on throughout the day:
Prayer for Physical Healing: Heavenly Father, I come before you with a humble heart, seeking your divine healing touch. You are the Great Physician, and I trust in your power to restore health and wholeness to my body. I surrender my illness into your hands, knowing that you are the source of all healing. May your healing grace flow through me, bringing comfort, strength, and restoration. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer for Emotional Healing: Lord Jesus Christ, I lift up the wounds of my heart and soul to you. I ask for your healing presence to mend the brokenness within me. You are the Prince of Peace, and I invite your peace to wash over me, soothing my anxieties and bringing serenity to my troubled spirit. Grant me the strength to release any bitterness or unforgiveness, replacing it with your love and joy. In your compassionate name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer for Spiritual Healing: Gracious God, I recognize my need for spiritual healing and renewal. Pour out your Holy Spirit upon me, cleansing me from all that separates me from you. Fill me with your light, truth, and love. Strengthen my faith and guide me on the path of righteousness. I surrender my sins and shortcomings, trusting in your mercy and forgiveness. Heal my spirit and draw me closer to you each day. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer for Healing a Loved One: Loving Father, I pray for [name of the person], who is in need of healing. You know their pain and suffering, and I ask for your healing touch to be upon them. Grant wisdom to the doctors and caregivers, and surround them with your comforting presence. May your love and grace be a source of strength for [name], and may they experience the power of your healing in their body, mind, and spirit. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer for Inner Peace: God of peace, I come before you with a restless heart, seeking the tranquility that only you can provide. Calm the storms within me and grant me the peace that surpasses all understanding. Help me trust in your plan and surrender my worries and fears to you. Fill me with the assurance of your love and the knowledge that you are in control. I pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen.
Prayer for Healing and Recovery: Dear Heavenly Father, I come before you with a humble heart, seeking your healing touch. I lift up [name] to you, asking for your grace and mercy to surround them in their time of need. Please bring healing to their body, mind, and spirit. Your Word declares that you are the Great Physician, and I trust in your power to restore [name] to full health. May your peace and comfort be upon them, and may they experience the warmth of your love as they journey toward recovery. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Healing Prayer for the Sick: Lord, I lift up [name] to you, asking for your healing touch. Be their source of strength, comfort, and restoration. May your divine power bring health to their body, and may they feel your peace in the midst of sickness. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Psalm 23 - A Prayer for Comfort: The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
Jeremiah 17:14: "Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise."
Psalm 103:2-3: "Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits— who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases."
James 5:15: "And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven."
These are just a few examples of healing prayers for Christians. You can choose one that resonates with you or use one as inspiration to create your own healing prayer that suits your supplications to God.
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Lord, Your scripture says that you heal all diseases, and whoever believes in You will not perish but have everlasting life. Strengthen me, Lord, in this time of illness. Sustain him as he lays sick in his bed. When You were on Earth, you did all things good and healed all kinds of sickness.
You healed those who had diseases. You died and rose for our sins and that we may have eternal life, Lord. I believe in my heart that You are here with us today and that with Your most holy power will remove all sicknesses and evils that roam the earth. Let it be done in Your glory, Lord.
We praise and glorify Your name, Amen.
I'm coming to you today as your child, longing to hear from you and asking for your divine healing. There's so much I don't understand about life. But I know that you can make me whole with one touch, one word. Please forgive me of my sins, cleanse me of my unrighteousness, and begin your healing from the inside out.
I don't always know what your will is Lord, especially in times like now, when I desperately seek your face. I offer you no promises, no bargains, no deals to exchange for my health. I simply bow my heart before you to tell you the desire of my heart: that I want to spend as many years as I can loving you here, loving others, and wanting to become more like you. However you choose to accomplish that is up to you—and okay with me. If you use doctors to provide healing, give them wisdom to know what to do. Regardless of how you accomplish it, the healing you give is always miraculous. And you deserve all the praise.
I absolutely believe you have the power to heal. You demonstrated that on earth, and you still heal in miraculous ways today. Even when my faith is weak, you say it is enough, and my love for you is strong. And I know you already hold my heart and life in your hands. It's up to you. If I can bring you more glory through healing, then that's what I ask for. That's what I desire. And no matter what, I choose to honor you and give you glory. In Jesus's name, Amen. ~ Rebecca Barlow Jordan
Almighty God, you know that many great dangers surround us, and because of our human frailty, we cannot withstand them. Give us health of mind and body so that we who suffer under sin may overcome and win the victory in you through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. ~ Source: Gregorian Sacramentary, 8th Century
Dear God, I struggle in my relationship with ______. I need You to give me wisdom on how to love ____ well. You are my shield and defender. Show me how, when and where to erect boundaries in our relationship. I believe You are my healer, and I trust You to guard my heart and mind. I need Your specific directions on how to interact with ______.
I want to love _____ with a pure heart, a good conscience, and sincere faith. (1 Timothy 1:5) I forgive ______ for hurting me and forgive me for ______. Help me to love ______ courageously. Fill me with Your truth and compel me to tell the truth with love fearlessly. Let Your perfect love cast out all of my fears related to our relationship. I surrender what I think our relationship should be. Please transform it so that it honors You. In Jesus, I pray. Amen ~ Jennifer O. White
Sources:
10 Prayers for Healing - Crosswalk.com
Prayers For Healing: Cure the Sick with Prayer - PrayWithMe.com
"Healing" Prayers - acollectionofprayers.com
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This article is part of our prayer resources meant to inspire and encourage your prayer life when you face uncertain times. Remember, the Holy Spirit intercedes for us, and God knows your heart even if you can't find the words to pray.
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