Bible Verses for Healing
For every kind of hurt, these verses hold a prayer for healing and the nearness of the God who mends.
The Bible speaks to healing. Verses such as Psalms 147:3, Revelation 21:4, and Isaiah 57:18 remind us that God is near, that we can bring our hearts to him, and that we are not alone in it.
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”
Psalms 147:3“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
Revelation 21:4“I have seen his ways, and will heal him: I will lead him also, and restore comforts unto him and to his mourners.”
Isaiah 57:18“To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.”
Isaiah 61:3“But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall.”
Malachi 4:2“For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.”
Psalms 30:5“Turn again, and tell Hezekiah the captain of my people, Thus saith the LORD, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee: on the third day thou shalt go up unto the house of the LORD.”
2 Kings 20:5“The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing: thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness.”
Psalms 41:3“But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour.”
Matthew 9:22“Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rereward.”
Isaiah 58:8“Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.”
Jeremiah 17:14“For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.”
Revelation 7:17
These verses are offered for comfort and are not a substitute for professional care.
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Common questions
What does the Bible say about healing?
The Bible speaks to healing. Verses such as Psalms 147:3, Revelation 21:4, and Isaiah 57:18 remind us that God is near, that we can bring our hearts to him, and that we are not alone in it.
What is the best Bible verse for healing?
Psalms 147:3 is one of the most turned-to verses for healing, and many also return to Revelation 21:4 and Isaiah 57:18. The best verse is the one that meets you where you are today; read a few slowly and keep the one that steadies you.
What are short Bible verses for healing?
Short, easy-to-hold verses for healing include Psalms 147:3, Jeremiah 17:14, and Psalms 41:3. A single line, read slowly and carried through the day, can quiet a hard moment.
Which Psalm helps with healing?
Psalms 147:3 is a comforting psalm for healing. The Psalms give honest words for what the heart feels, from sorrow to trust, which is why so many return to them.
How can I use these Bible verses for healing?
Read one verse slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words. Keep it somewhere you will see it, and let it be a companion through the day rather than a task to finish.