Woodlake Church

What does the Book of Acts teach us about healing?

Healing comes through Jesus and points to Jesus.

Healing comes through Jesus.

ἰάομαι (iaomai). vb. to heal.

“The narrative is brief, without reference to any supportive action, putting the focus on the sudden outcome and the effect on those outside the church. Many unbelievers - in Lydda and the surrounding coastal plain of Sharon - turned to Jesus as Lord, acknowledging his divine authority and saving power through the actions and words of his apostle. The risen Jesus continues to heal through Peter. - David G. Peterson

Divine healing is an integral part of the gospel. Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the atonement, and is the privilege of all believers.
-Assemblies of God

Whereas Jesus had said in Aramaic, “Talitha, cumi” (translation: “Little girl, arise!”), Peter said, “Tabitha, cumi” (“Tabitha, arise!”)—a difference of only one letter. - Life Application Bible Commentary

Healing points to Jesus.

Tabitha was ‘resuscitated’ to her old life (only to die again), whereas Jesus was ‘resurrected’ to a new life (never to die again). - John R. W. Stott

Healing comes through Jesus and points to Jesus.