Sanar A Los Enfermos
Introduction to Healing the Sick
The Role of the Holy Spirit in Healing
- The topic of healing is introduced as a spiritual gift achieved through the anointing power of the Holy Spirit.
- Emphasis on love among disciples and how miracles demonstrate divine power over sickness.
Biblical Examples of Authority and Anointing
- Reference to Jesus reading from Isaiah, highlighting miracles performed by the Holy Spirit.
- Example of Elijah and Elisha illustrates loyalty and receiving greater blessings as a disciple. Elisha's double portion signifies potential for greater works than his mentor.
Connection Between Forgiveness and Healing
Importance of Preaching Before Healing
- Healing is not isolated from forgiveness; it requires preaching God's word first, as demonstrated by Jesus' ministry.
- The story of the woman with a blood issue shows that faith can draw healing even when Jesus was not actively preaching at that moment.
Authority Given to Disciples
- Jesus grants authority to His disciples in Luke 10:19, empowering them against evil forces. This authority is crucial for their mission.
- Matthew 28 emphasizes sending out disciples with this authority, indicating empowerment before action. Obedience and faith are essential for fulfilling His commands.
Methods of Healing in Scripture
Different Ways Healings Occur
- Various methods exist for healing according to scripture, including laying on hands as mentioned in Mark 16:15, which instructs spreading good news globally while performing miracles.
- Touching Jesus resulted in healing for those who believed, demonstrating that carrying the anointing allows God’s power to manifest through believers.
Faith as a Key Element
- Faith is highlighted as critical; without it, one cannot please God or expect effective ministry outcomes (e.g., casting out demons). A lack of faith led to failures among disciples when attempting healings.
Understanding Faith and Signs
The Role of Faith in Healing
- Jesus addresses the lack of faith among his disciples when they fail to heal a boy, referring to them as a "generation of unbelief" due to their insufficient faith.
- This generation of disbelief can exist within us if we lack communion or intimacy with God, which are essential for spiritual strength and understanding.
- Jesus emphasizes that certain challenges can only be overcome through prayer and fasting; however, he instructs his disciples to focus on having faith rather than just rituals.
Purpose of Miracles
- The primary purpose of miracles is to affirm belief in Jesus as the Son of God, not for personal glory or recognition but to draw people towards faith.
- Miraculous signs serve as testimonies that encourage individuals to listen and learn about Jesus' teachings, reinforcing their belief even without witnessing events firsthand.
The Power of Prayer and Belief
- When believers pray with genuine faith, they can expect God’s intervention without fear of embarrassment; acting in His name opens possibilities for miraculous outcomes.
- An example given is the multiplication of loaves and fishes, illustrating that sincere prayer combined with faith allows God's power to manifest through believers.
Encouragement for Future Leaders