Everyone would love to find a supernatural cure for complete wellness. A pill and a promise seem to go a long way in the world we live in. But what about "faith"? Does it have anything to do with our becoming completely "well"?
Mention the word "faith healing" and some will scatter while others will listen out of curiosity and (perhaps) a desire to experience what they have not yet so far; to be healed. If you are a believer in the power of God, then having faith to believe in healing doesn't seem so far fetched. Christ's ministry on earth was known for many things, including healing the sick. But the scripture I love best embodies what it requires from us for our "divine" healing; faith (something initiated from us towards God).
"And behold, a woman who had been suffering from a hemorrhage for twelve years, came up behind Him and touched the fringe of His cloak; for she was saying to herself, "If I only touch His garment, I shall get well," But Jesus turning and seeing her said, "Daughter, take courage; your faith has made you well." And at once the woman was made well." Matthew 9:20-22.
So what is the power of faith for healing? Is it supernatural or psychological? Does our brain interact with our body in such a way to perform healing naturally? Or is it God stepping in on our behalf to heal and restore us? And why do some people get healed while others do not? I wish I had all the answers but I do not. But what I can tell you is this; if you believe in God then you have faith in God's answer for your healing. Faith requires us to trust the one who provides the answer versus trusting in the answer.
Many devout people of faith pray for healing and never receive it. Many people never pray and become healed. Both leave each side questioning if faith has anything to do with being healed. Here's what I say; faith requires us to trust God with every aspect of our lives and embrace everything in this life (including our health) as part of our journey through this life.
The woman who reached out to touch the hem of Jesus' garment did so out of faith. But look at what Jesus said to the woman when she did; "your faith has healed you." The power of faith for healing requires us to take the first step of faith. The rest is up to God. Both require our participation.
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