Throwback Thursday | August 2nd 2015 | Like and subscribe!

Main message: Healing is kingdom-alignment brought about by the Holy Spirit and accessed when believers bring people into Jesus' presence, pray in faith, and exercise Christ's authority — using Jesus' example as a guide (not a formula). The church is called to practice praying for others with compassion, repentance where needed, and persistence.

Key points:

• Healing = alignment with the kingdom of God; it happens through the Holy Spirit, not by our power.
• Jesus provides a guide, not a formula: his methods varied (words, touch, spitting, commanding), so adapt under the Spirit.
• Practical steps when praying for someone: ask what needs healing, ask how long/what’s happening, listen, and ask if they believe.
• Address unbelief or unresolved sin: invite confession/repentance (e.g., “help my unbelief”) so God’s power can flow.
• Invite the Holy Spirit and use Jesus’ authority (command in Jesus’ name), then ask the person how they feel and pray again if needed.
• Practice praying for others regularly, do so with love and encouragement, and be persistent even if results aren’t immediate.

Scriptures mentioned: Mark 9:14-25, Mark 8:22