God created us in His very own image planning for humankind to live on earth and to fellowship with Him. He designed the human body to live in health and wholeness. God’s perfect plan was not that we suffer in physical, mental or spiritual weakness and sickness. Sin – the original sin of Adam & Eve and the sin of every human born since – marred God’s intention, but Scripture reveals God’s loving desire for us to be whole.
“Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you even as your soul is getting along well.” (3 John 2 NIV)
This verse highlights the “whole man” philosophy I heard often as a student at Oral Roberts University. God is interested in the healing, wellness, and salvation of the whole person – spirit, mind and body. John prayed that his friend would enjoy good health as well as the wholeness of his spirit. John’s concern for Gaius provides biblical warrant for desiring total welfare of our Christian friends!
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life and have it to the full.” (John 10:10 NIV) (“more abundantly” KJV)
The intent of satan is to kill and steal and destroy in any way he can. In an attempt to hurt God, satan hurts the people that the Lord made and redeemed for at such a high price. Jesus was intent upon destroying the works of satan (1 John 3:8). Jesus gives life in abundance and that includes abundant health.
God’s intent is that we live and prosper in total health as He originally created us to live. The Lord has good plans in mind for His children. Ultimately, relationship with Jesus Christ is the key to receiving God’s ability to be whole in our spirit, mind and body. Through Christ, He gives us new life for the spirit, mind and body.
