Prayers for the health of the sick - a medicine for the soul

In Christianity, the attitude to illness is ambiguous. In one version they act as a test, sent down by God for the good of the soul. Bodily weakness teaches humility, patience, and tames pride. In another version, the ailments are the machinations of the evil one, again in the struggle for the spirit of man, since the believer can fall into despondency and anger at the Creator. Therefore, like everything that happens to us in this earthly life, malaise should be carried meekly and humbly, reflecting on what could lead to them in terms of subtle matter, reading prayers for the sick person's health while doing so.

Work on yourself

Perhaps a person has become profound in the sin of pride, denying all his dependence on other people, believing that it is not necessary for him to ask for services. But today he lies, chained to a bed and can not drink or wash without the participation of another. Or maybe weakened in faith and succumbed to despondency. Such a weakened "immunity" will not fail to take advantage of demons, to further plunge the Christian into depression, and there and to suicide not far away. Therefore, prayers for the health of the sick will be beneficial if the person turned his face to the Lord, realized his mistakes and intends to correct them with the daily work of his soul.

God has no other hands than yours

Of course, you need to understand that in any disease you need to use the available methods of treatment. Cases of unusual healings are, but nevertheless, it is not necessary to neglect traditional medicine, medicines, operations, which the doctor prescribes. If God has given people the opportunity to improve their health without direct participation, it is a sin not to use them, expecting a personal miracle. Many of the saints knew how to heal, and this is not forbidden by the Bible, nor is it acceptable to take medication. For example, St. Luke was a surgeon and professor of medical science . Prayer for health is needed more for the soul than for the body. The Christian first of all should be thinking about how to heal his immortal part, and not worry too much about mortal flesh. Though thoughts of recovery are natural for every person and will not be considered sinful. If for any reason traditional treatment is impossible for the patient, he must certainly read prayers for the health of the patient (himself) and penitential. But in this case it is unacceptable to extol your denial of doctors to a feat, to fall into pride.

Abomination to the Lord

Often, a long and very sick person or his family is tempted to turn to sorcerers, psychics or "grandmothers." Doing this can not be categorical, since their manipulations will only worsen the situation. Often these people lull the vigilance of the "client", claiming that they are being treated with the help of prayer for the sick person's health and reading of the divine texts. This is an impudent lie! Even if the body gets better, the harm to the soul will be much greater. In addition, after such a "treatment" a relapse can be just awful.

The Power of Prayer

God already knows better than ourselves what we need. We need prayer, not him, through it the soul of a person approaches Heavenly Father, cleansing from all filth. Praying for the health of the patient can be both he and his relatives, close people, but it is necessary that the sufferer and those who want to help be baptized. Prayer can be pronounced at home or in the church, with a sincere attitude, it will be heard from everywhere. Prayer to the Theotokos about health is considered very strong, it is desirable to pronounce it before the icon of the Mother of God with a sincere belief in healing. Also, the Holy Matron, Miracle-worker Nicholas, Panteleimon the Healer and other saints are asked for corporal healing. You can order sorokoust, prayers for health, put candles and ask God to help.