When the church prays for a sick person, several things can happen:

1. Comfort and encouragement: The sick person feels comforted and encouraged, knowing that others are caring for them and praying for their well-being.

2. Spiritual support: The prayer provides spiritual support, helping the person to stay positive and hopeful, even in the face of illness.

3. Physical healing: Many believe that prayer can lead to physical healing, either through a miraculous intervention or through the natural processes of the body, guided by God’s providence.

4. Emotional healing: Prayer can bring emotional healing, helping the person to cope with anxiety, fear, or depression related to their illness.

5. Peace and calm: The prayer can bring a sense of peace and calm, reducing stress and promoting a sense of well-being.

6. Intercession: The church’s prayer serves as an intercession, asking God to intervene in the person’s life, bringing His grace, mercy, and healing power.

7. Community building: The prayer fosters a sense of community, as believers come together to support and care for one another.

8. Faith strengthening: The prayer can strengthen the faith of both the sick person and the praying community, as they trust our Lord Jesus.

– Written by Dr. Massey