Scripture Collection · King James Version
Bible Verses About Healing
Whether you are praying for physical recovery, emotional healing, or a wounded heart, the Bible offers deep comfort and hope. These Bible verses about healing gather Scripture’s promises about God as our healer — the one who binds up the brokenhearted and restores health to the weary. They are meant to encourage anyone walking through sickness, grief, or pain, and to strengthen your faith as you pray.
The Bible presents God as compassionate and near to those who suffer, and it invites us to bring our needs to Him honestly. From the Psalms to the promises of Isaiah, these verses remind us that God cares about every part of us. Read them over yourself or a loved one, trusting God’s goodness even as you wait on His timing and will.
15 verses below · King James Version (KJV), public domain
01Jeremiah 17:14
“Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou {art} my praise.”
02Psalm 147:3
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. {wounds: Heb. griefs}”
03Isaiah 53:5
“But he {was} wounded for our transgressions, {he was} bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace {was} upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. {wounded: or, tormented} {stripes: Heb. bruise}”
04Exodus 15:26
“And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I {am} the LORD that healeth thee.”
051 Peter 2:24
“Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. {on: or, to}”
06Jeremiah 30:17
“For I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the LORD; because they called thee an Outcast, {saying}, This {is} Zion, whom no man seeketh after.”
07Psalm 103:3
“Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;”
08Psalm 41:3
“The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing: thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness. {make: Heb. turn}”
09Matthew 11:28
“Come unto me, all {ye} that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
10Psalm 30:2
“O LORD my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me.”
11Proverbs 4:22
“For they {are} life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. {health: Heb. medicine}”
12Malachi 4:2
“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.”
133 John 1:2
“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. {wish: or, pray}”
14James 5:15
“And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.”
15Isaiah 41:10
“Fear thou not; for I {am} with thee: be not dismayed; for I {am} thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about healing and Scripture.
What does the Bible say about healing?
The Bible describes God as a healer who cares about our bodies, minds, and hearts. It says He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds (Psalm 147:3), and it invites us to bring our sickness and pain to Him in prayer. Scripture treats healing as an expression of God’s compassion and power.
What is a good Bible verse for healing?
Jeremiah 17:14 is a heartfelt prayer: “Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed.” Psalm 147:3 and Isaiah 53:5 are also treasured verses about God’s healing. Many people pray these words over themselves or loved ones who are unwell.
What Bible verses help with emotional healing?
Psalm 34:18 and Psalm 147:3 speak of God’s nearness to the brokenhearted and His care for wounded hearts. Matthew 11:28 invites the weary and burdened to come to Jesus for rest. These verses remind us that God cares about our inner pain, not only our physical health.
Does the Bible promise God will heal everyone?
Scripture shows that God is able to heal and often does, yet it does not promise that every illness will be cured in this life. Even faithful believers sometimes wait, suffer, or are ultimately healed only in eternity. What the Bible does promise is God’s presence, comfort, and grace through every circumstance.
How should I pray for healing using the Bible?
You can pray Scripture back to God, asking Him to heal as verses like Jeremiah 17:14 express. James 5:14-15 encourages believers to pray for the sick and even to involve church leaders in prayer. Pray honestly, trust God’s goodness, and surrender the outcome to His loving will.
What does it mean that by His stripes we are healed?
Isaiah 53:5 and 1 Peter 2:24 say that by the wounds of Jesus we are healed. This points first to spiritual healing — forgiveness and restoration of our relationship with God through the cross. Many Christians also see it as an expression of God’s heart to heal and make whole.
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. {wounds: Heb. griefs}” Psalm 147:3 (KJV)