Main Idea: Many people have an unbiblical view of healing that exalts physical well-being over spiritual maturity. To protect ourselves from this type of misunderstanding, we need to make three commitments to develop a biblical understanding of the doctrine of healing.
I. Understand the Biblical Purpose of Healing
A. Exalt Christ
B. Establish the Church
II. Affirm the Biblical Priority of Healing
A. Salvation is more important
B. Saints are not guaranteed healing
C. Suffering is commended by God as a tool for spiritual maturity
III. Pursue a Biblical Approach to Healing
A. Pray
B. Call for the elders of the Church
C. Examine your heart
D. Acknowledge God’s Sovereignty over the situation
E. Be thankful, even if God doesn’t heal you
Sermon was a little long (1 hour), but God was gracious and the church were encouraged.
