God wishes you complete well-being! When you’re standing in faith for healing, there’s no better place to look than the source of all healing—Scripture. The Bible is full of promises about God’s restorative power, and praying these verses invites His healing presence into your situation. Whether you’re dealing with physical health issues, emotional suffering, or mental health issues, God’s Word can provide comfort and hope.
Praying Scriptures For Healing
A request for healing is frequently one of our most desperate prayers. In our times of need, we can turn to the greatest Healer, Jesus Christ, for relief. Whether the need is physical, emotional, or spiritual, God has the ability to provide total healing. These scriptures provide comfort, hope, and assurance that God is actively working to restore and renew.
Praying for Physical Healing
1. Isaiah 53:5
“But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on Him, and by His wounds we are healed.”
2. 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.”
3. Exodus 15:26
“…for I am the Lord who heals you.”
4. Matthew 8:17
“This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: ‘He took up our infirmities and bore our diseases.’”
5. Psalm 30:2
“O Lord my God, I called to you for help, and you healed me.”
Claiming God’s Promises for Healing
6. 2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray… then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.”
7. Psalm 103:3
“Who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.”
8. 1 Peter 2:24
“He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by His wounds you have been healed.”
9. Jeremiah 30:17
“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord.”
10. Proverbs 4:20-22
“My son, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words… for they are life to those who find them and health to one’s whole body.”
Healing from Emotional Wounds
11. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
12. Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
13. Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
14. Isaiah 61:1
“The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor… He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted.”
15. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
Prayers for Healing from Chronic Illness
16. James 5:14-15
“Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well.”
17. Isaiah 38:16
“You restored me to health and let me live. Surely it was for my benefit that I suffered such anguish.”
18. Mark 5:34
“He said to her, ‘Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.’”
19. Psalm 41:3
“The Lord sustains them on their sickbed and restores them from their bed of illness.”
20. Matthew 9:35
“Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness.”
Healing Broken Relationships
21. Matthew 6:14-15
“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.”
22. Colossians 3:13
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
23. Ephesians 4:32
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
24. Luke 6:37
“Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.”
25. 1 John 4:12
“No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and His love is made complete in us.”
Spiritual Healing and Wholeness
26. Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”
27. Ezekiel 36:26
“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.”
28. 1 John 1:9
“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
29. Psalm 103:2-4
“Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all His benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.”
30. Matthew 9:12
“On hearing this, Jesus said, ‘It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.’”
Healing from Fear and Anxiety
31. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline.”
32. Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you.”
33. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.”
34. Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
35. Psalm 34:4
“I sought the Lord, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.”
Healing After Surgery or Treatment
36. Jeremiah 33:6
“‘Nevertheless, I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security.”
37. Matthew 8:13
“Then Jesus said to the centurion, ‘Go! Let it be done just as you believed it would.’ And his servant was healed at that moment.”
38. Psalm 107:20
“He sent out His word and healed them; He rescued them from the grave.”
39. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
40. Mark 10:52
“‘Go,’ said Jesus, ‘your faith has healed you.’ Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.”
Praying for Healing of Nations and Communities
41. Psalm 147:2
“The Lord builds up Jerusalem; He gathers the exiles of Israel.”
42. Proverbs 14:34
“Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.”
43. Ezekiel 34:16
“I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak.”
44. Isaiah 58:8
“Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear.”
45. 2 Kings 20:5
“Go back and tell Hezekiah, the ruler of my people, ‘This is what the Lord, the God of your father David, says: I have heard your prayer and seen your tears; I will heal you.’”
Praying for God’s Healing Touch
46. Malachi 4:2
“But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its rays.”
47. Matthew 10:1
“Jesus called His twelve disciples to Him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness.”
48. Psalm 6:2
“Have mercy on me, Lord, for I am faint; heal me, Lord, for my bones are in agony.”
49. James 5:16
“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
50. Hosea 6:1
“Come, let us return to the Lord. He has torn us to pieces but He will heal us; He has injured us but He will bind up our wounds.”
Prayers That Incorporate Praying Scriptures For Healing
1. Prayer for Physical Healing
Heavenly Father, You are the Great Physician, and I come to You today in need of Your healing touch. Your Word says that by Jesus’ wounds, we are healed (Isaiah 53:5), and I stand on this promise, believing for complete healing in my body. Lord, You forgive all my sins and heal all my diseases (Psalm 103:3). I ask that You renew my strength, restore my health, and bring wholeness to every part of me. May Your power flow through me, renewing every cell and organ. I trust You, Lord, for You are my healer and my hope. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
2. Prayer for Emotional Healing
Loving Father, I bring my broken heart before You today. Your Word promises that You heal the brokenhearted and bind up their wounds (Psalm 147:3). I ask that You mend the deep hurts in my soul, restore my joy, and bring me peace. Jesus, You said to come to You when we are weary and burdened, and You will give us rest (Matthew 11:28). I surrender all my pain, anxiety, and emotional wounds to You. Surround me with Your love, and fill me with Your comfort. I trust that Your healing touch is bringing restoration to my heart. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
3. Prayer for Healing from Chronic Illness
Lord God, You are the giver of life, and I call upon You today for healing from this long-standing illness. Your Word says that when we call on the elders to pray over the sick and anoint them with oil, the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well (James 5:14-15). I believe in the power of prayer and ask that You restore me to full health. As You promised in Jeremiah 30:17, I ask that You restore me to health and heal all my wounds. I trust in Your faithfulness and await Your healing with hope. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.
4. Prayer for Spiritual Healing
Gracious Father, I come before You seeking healing not only for my body but for my spirit as well. Your Word reminds me that Jesus bore our sins in His body on the cross so that we might die to sin and live for righteousness. By His wounds, we are healed (1 Peter 2:24). I ask that You cleanse me from all unrighteousness and restore my spirit to a place of peace and purity. Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me (Psalm 51:10). Thank You for Your mercy and the spiritual healing that flows from Your love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
5. Prayer for Healing from Fear and Anxiety
Father God, I come to You, feeling overwhelmed by fear and anxiety. Your Word tells me not to fear, for You are with me. You promise to strengthen and help me, to uphold me with Your righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10). I hold onto this promise today, asking for Your peace to flood my heart. Your Word also tells me to not be anxious about anything but to bring my requests to You with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6-7). Lord, I lay all my fears at Your feet and ask for healing in my mind and emotions. Fill me with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
