Kenneth E. Hagin has always said that “healing is the dinner bell for the gospel.” The healing of the body opens people up for the saving of their spirit. Blumhardt states, “…healing is an expression of God’s Love and compassion toward His people,” (p.230) Simply put, the healing of our bodies demonstrates God’s power, might, willingness, mercy, compassion, incredible love toward us! If we were created for Him, wouldn’t He want us healthy, whole, and strong? Nothing else makes sense.
Reading about these different ministers, reveals that God is not bound by one method. Many were healed by the laying on of hands, others by worship and thanksgiving, and many by simply reading the Word of God.
The mode of treatment is exceedingly simple. The first and main objective is to impress the heart; the cure of the body is secondary. There is a short service — a Bible hour — three times a day, and personal visitation of the patients besides. Prayer is made for them, hands are laid on them, and they are anointed with oil. - Trudel 1813-1862 (p. 233)
We are to take every opportunity to minster to the needs of people so that God can also work on their hearts. Every word and every promise in the Word of God is for us! Let’s take it as if it was written just for us. Oh wait, it is! He wrote it for me and He wrote it for you!
The world will be swept by His Spirit as by a rushing, mighty wind. Many who are now silent Christians will lead the movement. They will see a great light, and will reflect this light to thousands now in darkness. Thousands will do more than we have accomplished as God gives them power. - Evan Roberts prophetically speaking of Azusa Street (p.254)
It’s time for another “Great Awakening” — take your place!