DOCTOR OR GOD?

Who heals you?

Should you go to a physician when you are sick, or does that indicate you don't have faith that God will heal you? Many Christians have wrestled with that dilemma. But such a wrenching decision is not needed.

The Principles of Spiritual Healing:

The ultimate healer is God Himself. In Exodus 15:26, God introduces Himself as "Jehovah-Rapha, the Lord God that heals thee." Going to a physician is not a sign of weakening faith that God can and will heal you. The doctor, in a way, becomes a surrogate of God.
At times God's healing is spontaneous and instantaneous. Other times healing is a process that requires patience and perseverance as your health is gradually returned.
Call on a physician who is filled with the Holy Spirit.
Know God's Word about healing. Memorize Bible verses about healing and bring them into your life every day. (Start with Ex. 23:25, Jer. 30:17, Matt. 21:21)
Seek God's pathway to healing for you. God heals in His own way, in His timing and with the pathway - natural or supernatural - that He chooses.
Do what He tells you to do. Listen to His voice. Work closely with your doctor, if that is part of your pathway. Remember, there is wisdom in a multitude of counsel. Don't be afraid to get a second or third medical opinion.
Receive the support and prayers of other Christians who will encourage you and minister to you as they exercise with you the mighty prayer of agreement.
Inner peace is essential to good healing. You need to prepare yourself for healing by getting rid of worry, fear, and anxiety.
Be persistent in seeking your healing. If medicines are needed, take them meticulously. If exercise is required, don't let pain or lethargy deter you from it.
Do what you can do. God will do what you can't do.
Faith is essential to healing. Be persistent in your faith. The lack of faith is a major hindrance to healing.
Pray with power and authority. Get God's Word into your spirit, thoughts, and words. Get the right attitude - a feisty attitude toward disease in your body.

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