Matta 2 - Kitham Gina Giyaŋ 1966 (HBN)

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

Healing, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, is something everyone seeks at some point in life. In times of suffering, pain, or brokenness, the Bible offers comfort, hope, and promises of restoration. God is described as the Great Healer who mends our wounds and brings wholeness to every aspect of our lives. Scripture reminds us of God’s ability to restore not just the body, but also the heart, soul, and mind.

Here are seven Bible verses that speak to God’s healing power and offer encouragement for those in need of restoration.

1. Jeremiah 30:17
“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, declares the Lord.”

God’s promise in this verse is one of restoration. No matter how deep the wound or how severe the brokenness, God assures His people that He will bring healing. This verse serves as a reminder that nothing is too far gone for God to repair. His desire is to bring health and wholeness to His children, both physically and spiritually.

2. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

While physical healing is important, God also tends to the brokenness in our hearts. When we feel crushed by life’s circumstances or overwhelmed by grief, He is near, offering comfort and healing. He binds up the wounds that no one else can see, restoring our inner peace.

3. James 5:14-15
“Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up.”

God invites His people to seek healing through prayer and the support of the community of believers. The act of calling on others to pray in faith demonstrates a trust in God’s ability to heal. This scripture reassures us that God hears and responds to prayers offered in faith.

4. Isaiah 53:5
“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.”

Through Christ’s suffering and death, spiritual healing is made possible for all. His wounds bring us salvation, and in that salvation, we find the ultimate healing for our souls. This verse serves as a reminder of the eternal healing that comes through Christ’s sacrifice.

5. Exodus 15:26
“He said, ‘If you listen carefully to the Lord your God and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, who heals you.'”

God reveals Himself as “Jehovah Rapha,” meaning “the Lord who heals.” This verse underscores God’s power and desire to bring healing to His people. It is a reminder that God not only heals, but He also protects and preserves His people when they walk in obedience to His word.

6. Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

True healing is found in coming to Him. When life’s burdens become overwhelming, Jesus offers rest and restoration for the soul. His gentleness and compassion bring peace and relief to those who are weary, making Him the source of ultimate healing for our emotional and spiritual struggles.

7. 1 Peter 2:24
“He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed.”

Through Jesus’s death and resurrection, we are offered new life, free from the bondage of sin. The healing referred to here is both spiritual and physical, pointing to the completeness of the restoration that Jesus offers.

Conclusion

Healing is a multifaceted process that touches every aspect of our being—our bodies, minds, hearts, and spirits. These verses remind us of God’s deep care and His promise to heal us in every way. Whether we are seeking relief from physical illness, emotional pain, or spiritual brokenness, the Bible assures us that God is the Great Healer, and His power is available to those who seek Him.

Addictions come in many shapes and forms, whether it’s lust, alcohol, substances, gambling, gaming, or even excessive use of your mobile phone and social media. There is professional help to get as well as counselling from your priest or pastor.

Also, read the Bible and lay your addiction before God in prayer. Here are some passages from the Word of God to reflect upon.

James 1:14-15 But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death.

We all have weaknesses within us that can make us fall and lead to an addiction. Acknowledging this, and admitting that you struggle with addiction is an important step to be free from it.

1 John 2:16 For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world.

Addictions don’t come from God, but from the world and our desires, lusts and pride. We can rely on God wanting us to be free from any addiction.

1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

You may feel that you can’t break your addiction. But the Bible tells us that God can. God will provide the way of escape. Turn to God, turn from your addiction. Let God fill you with his presence.

1 Corinthians 6:12 “All things are lawful for me,” but not all things are helpful. “All things are lawful for me,” but I will not be dominated by anything.

Addiction is many times when something takes control over you. Those things that are not helpful in your life and dominate your thoughts and desires you may need to cut out of your life.

1 Peter 2:11 Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul.

Addictions come from this world and not from God. In the end, addictions replace God as the number one in our lives. It’s not just about addictions, but also about our souls.

Matthew 6:13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

Lay your struggles before God. Ask for God’s protection and deliverance.

John 8:36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

This is the promise of Jesus Christ, that when he sets us free, it is real freedom.

This article is not intended as a replacement for medical or therapeutic help or treatment for addiction, but a complement and inspiration to those who battle addiction.

Liji lina libebra lidhi daŋa Yasuuⓐuŋw

1 Dina ma Yasuuⓐ liŋini Betlaẖm gwa Yahuudiiya gi lamun lina liro lai Hiiruudus malik, a liji ila lina libebra sharak gwai, aleladha Urushaliim. 2 Alarnu, Malik gwa Yahuud gwiliŋinu na gwai? Anaŋa laŋadhi luduma luŋun sharak gwai, anabeladha dorthadha. 3 A dina ma Hiiruudus gwina gwiro malik diŋini dhuŋuna ibidhe, ŋwalo galo dir, a liji peth la Urushaliim. 4 Ŋwuwureje lelenya peth la gusus liduŋw a jathib ja liji, ŋwulothaije galo kalo gai gina ga giliŋina al Masiiẖ. 5 Alabiŋaijo, alaici, Betlaẖm gwa Yahuudiiya; gwulinina minoŋ kitham ga nebi, 6 Betlaẖm gwai, gi len la Yahuudha, ŋa gwati gwitinyanu gi leleny ganu la Yahuudha no; duguŋa Mudiir gwaji gwabinyina, a gwaji gwaro gwora gwa Israayiil lina liro liji liny. 7 A Hiiruudus ukejiye gi liji lina libebra nyim, ŋwulothaije galo micol lamun lai lina luŋinu lai ludum. 8 Ŋwulbukeje gi Betlaẖm, ŋwulaici, Idhul nyaliŋedha kaloŋa gina gijina ŋari ŋina ŋogaŋ; abi manya liŋedha kaloŋa, nyilbaura, nyilabiŋaijo, nyela ko nyorthadha. 9 A dina mal diŋini dhuŋuna dha malik, alela gi dhai dhegen; a ludum lina laŋadhilo sharak gwai ŋwulmadhinijo, di ŋwila ŋwudhuna kalo alaŋ gina gijina ŋari ŋina ŋogaŋ. 10 A dina aŋadhilo luduma aliŋir dugore gwuleny. 11 Alila gi dunu, alaŋa ŋare ŋina ŋogaŋ Maryam gwai gwina gwiro nana gwuŋun; alide ŋwurko ŋwai, alorthadha; aligiye ŋida ŋegen, aldhedha hadiiya, gwina gwiro dahab, a ŋara ŋina ŋiro gwudhurul, a murr. 12 Albi Kalo teje galo dhiŋidia ŋwari lati laurai di Hiiruudus no, albela gi len legen dhai dhiter.

Abire gwegen gwina gwubirudhil gwai gi Mas̱r

13 A dina malela, a malaak gwa Kweleny uŋina dhiŋidia di Yuusuf, ŋwaicinu, Diro, ŋapai ŋare ŋina ŋogaŋ a nana gwuŋun, ŋela Mas̱r, athenaŋa ŋa dire galo kalo ibige no di maŋabiŋaijo; ŋinena ari Hiiruudus gwarinya ŋare ŋina ŋogaŋ. 14 Minoŋ ŋwudire, ŋwapai ŋare ŋina ŋogaŋ a nana gwuŋun gile, ŋwulela Mas̱r. 15 Alje mine di ma Hiiruudus ai; a dhuŋun uthi je ganu dhina dhabiŋu Kweleny kitham ga nebi, ŋwarnu, Gi Mas̱r nyi gwurnio ŋari ŋiny.

Hiiruudus gwirinyii keleŋa gina gitigitiny gina gathije Betlaẖm

16 A dina ma Hiiruudus liŋa darnu gwukinejo liji ganu lina libebra, ŋwuka dhugore gwuleny, ŋwukeje lijo gi Betlaẖm dilrinya keleŋa peth gina gitigitiny gina giro loma, a ŋwen peth ŋwina ŋwijaiji galo Betlaẖm ŋalai, gina giro jidhileo ram a gidon, ŋwaliŋa lamun lina muŋwudiŋini lijo lina libebra. 17 A dhuŋun uthi je ganu dhina dhabiŋu Irmiya gwina gwiro nebi, ŋwarnu, 18 Gi Raama ŋwal ŋwijo, alare, alruni gwuleny, Raaẖiil gwurudhi keleŋa guŋun, ŋwudoinya inaŋw gwa liji, ŋinena athilijo no.

Aura gwegen gi Mas̱r

19 Abi dina ma Hiiruudus ai, a malaak gwa Kweleny uŋina dhiŋidia di Yuusuf gi Mas̱r. 20 Ŋwaici, Diro, ŋapai ŋare ŋina ŋogaŋ a nana gwuŋun, ŋaure gi len la Israayiil; ŋinena ma ŋediŋa ai lina lara larinya ŋare. 21 Ŋwudire, ŋwapai ŋare ŋina ŋogaŋ a nana gwuŋun, ŋwaura gi len la Israayiil. 22 Abi ma Yuusuf diŋini darnu Arkhiilaawus gwimaro kweleny gwa Yahuudiiya gi li dhugur la babo gwuŋun gwan Hiiruudus, ŋwudhenya duŋwela mine; a Kalo abiŋaijo dhiŋidia, ŋwela, ŋwuje gi len leta la Jaliil. 23 Ŋwila, ŋwuje gi len leta lina lan Naas̱ira; a dhuŋun dha nebiŋa uthi je ganu, alarnu, Gwaji gwan Gwinaas̱ira.