Paul shaking off the serpent’s bite

In the last six months, headlines have been dominated by stories of a global resurgence of health crises—like tuberculosis re-emerging in certain regions and fears over persistent viruses and environmental toxins. This prophetic word cuts through the noise of these headlines, declaring the ancient yet ever-living promise: “By His stripes we are healed.” Just as the headlines speak of diseases threatening lives, the Spirit’s word declares that believers are called to rise in faith, trusting in Jesus’ finished work.

Recent reports have also highlighted how communities coming together—whether in prayer vigils or in health initiatives—bring real change and healing. This echoes the prophetic word: the prayer of faith is not a solitary endeavor, but a uniting force that invites the Spirit’s power. In a world shaken by disease and despair, this prophetic call to stand in faith and covenant living is a beacon of hope, aligning perfectly with the news that true healing comes through collective faith, Spirit-led obedience, and the abiding presence of the Great I AM.

The Gathering of Faithful Hearts

Hear the voice of the Spirit in this hour! The prayer of faith is not the lone cry of an isolated soul, but the symphony of hearts in one accord. For in the fellowship of believers, the Holy Spirit ignites a greater flame. This is the prayer that opens heaven’s storehouses, commanding blessings on every provision and promise.

The Lord’s voice echoes still: “Blessed be your storehouses.” Like the ancient covenant, His word yet commands prosperity to rest upon His children, for He delights to see His people blessed. But know this: blessings are not the fruit of rebellion or the self-willed heart. The covenant life is the only life that flourishes. “If you obey Me,” He says, “I will pour out My blessings.”

See also the ministry of healing released to every believer—not the privilege of the few, but the commission of the many. Jesus sent out the Twelve and they healed “everywhere,” proving the Gospel’s power in both soul and body. Peter and John knew that their holiness was nothing of themselves—it was the Spirit’s work. They spoke plainly: “Not by our own power or holiness,” but by the name of Jesus.

As David treasured the Word, so must we. Let it be our meditation, our delight, our lifeline. “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet,” and in this light, we walk with confidence. The power is in the Word, and the Word is near—on our lips and in our hearts. Let every heart be found echoing the Living Word, for God’s promises stand sure across generations.

The Lord who healed in days of old has not changed. The promise of Psalm 91:16—“With long life will I satisfy him”—was not merely for ancient days. It is the covenant of life for every believer dwelling in the secret place of the Most High.


Power, Authority, and Healing in the Name

The Spirit of prophecy declares: “You have been redeemed from every affliction!” Jaundice, consumption, cancer—the Lord has broken the power of these afflictions. By His stripes, He has borne not only our sins but the spiritual root of every disease. The judgment that fell on Him was for our complete deliverance.

Like Paul shaking off the serpent’s bite, we are not called to provoke or test, but to trust and obey. Even in a world filled with toxins and dangers, we are covered by His command: “They shall drink any deadly thing, and it shall not hurt them.” Let this be your confession: “I am redeemed. The Lord commands blessings upon me.”

The unclean spirits that resist must yield to the authority of Jesus’ name. In the synagogue of the religious, the demon had to go. Such was the demonstration of power that astonished the watchers. When Jesus speaks, all other voices must fall silent. His authority is complete, and we walk in it as His body.

The Lord is still the I AM—ever-present, sustaining all by the Word of His power. Every breath, every heartbeat is a testament to His self-existent glory. In Him, all things hold together. In Him, healing flows to every obedient child of the covenant.

Let your faith arise in this hour. Be led by the Spirit in every decision—whether to go, to stay, to take medicine or trust for healing. The Spirit leads where your faith is ready to stand. And remember, it is not our might or our name that breaks the yoke. It is Jesus, lifted high. His name silences demons, heals the sick, and brings life to the broken.

May the Spirit grant fresh revelation today—of the One who was bruised for our transgressions, who bore the root of every disease. Let every doubting heart be filled with faith. And let the healing that testifies to Jesus be seen in this generation.

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