If Sickness Strikes
Monday, August 11, 2025Key Verse
“Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord” (James 5:14).
Text — James 5:13-16
Message
Diseases, decay and death are the general consequences of the entrance of sin into the world. These consequences may be borne by saints and sinners alike. Scripture records numerous causes of sickness in both the Old and New Testament. Diseases may come as a result of God’s judgment on personal or national sins, Satan’s attack or affliction by evil spirits, personal irresponsibility, bad eating habits, ignorance, neglect of healthy habits, and sometimes, providential acts of God “that the works of God should be made manifest” (John 9:3).
Our text today acknowledges the reality and possibility of afflictions, sicknesses and suffering even among saints. It also recommends a remedy or prescription for saints if sickness strikes. Prayer of faith in the name of the Lord remains the panacea for all forms of diseases and afflictions. Jesus Christ not only bore our sins, He also bore our sicknesses and diseases on the cross. The healing covenant is a component of the full redemption bought by Jesus Christ and is available to all genuine children of God.
Quote
He also bore our sicknesses and diseases.
Challenge
The prayer of faith shall save the sick.
Prayer for today
Heal me O Lord and I shall be healed.