Does God Still Work Miracles Today?
Benny Hinn
Our
Lord Jesus told us, “Verily, verily,
I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also;
and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father” (John 14:12).
According
to Webster’s, a miracle is an “event that appears to be contrary
to the laws of nature and is regarded as an act of God; an event or action that
is totally amazing, extraordinary, or unexpected.”
Most
believers in the world today, regardless of their denominational background,
generally acknowledge that God is able to heal and that He wants to pour
blessings upon His children. However, their views on how and when He heals vary
widely.
Yesterday Only … ?
Some
hold firmly to the belief that God does not heal today, maintaining that He
healed only in what they refer to as “the day of miracles,” a time when the
Lord Jesus was on earth.
People
who believe this way assert with deep conviction that since Jesus is no longer
on earth physically to perform supernatural works, miracles are no longer
possible.
Others
reluctantly admit that God, at times, may still heal some needy individual,
rescuing that person from certain tragedy through an act of divine
intervention.
Still
others advocate a mind-over-matter approach, insisting that by maintaining a
strong mental attitude, victory can be realized over sickness and adversity.
The
world has many theories about God, of course, and the question of miracles has
been discussed and debated for centuries by great theologians. Yet mankind’s
opinions have no bearing on God Almighty.
The
Bible is the final authority on healing and miracles, and only through its
sacred pages can we discover the true nature and character of God, along with
the benefits and blessings that belong to us as His children.
So … What Does the Bible Say About Miracles?
Both
the Old and New Testaments have much to say about miracles of healing!
And
the Scriptures tell us clearly that it is God’s will to heal His children today
and that it is His desire for us to enjoy the blessings of divine health and
His healing touch.
God’s
ever-present desire toward us regarding health and healing—His very
character—is revealed in His covenant of healing with the children of Israel:
“I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I
have brought upon the Egyptians, For I am the Lord that healeth thee” (Exodus 15:26).
He
said, “I am the God”—in present
tense. He didn’t say, “I was,” not “I will be,” but “I am!”
God is ever-present!
We
serve “Jesus Christ the same
yesterday, and today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8).
There
are no boundaries, limitations, or time constraints on God’s promises. His
promise to us for healing and health is the same today as it was to any past
generation.
The
words of David acknowledged that covenant when he said:
“Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me,
bless his holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his
benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases” (Psalm 103:1-3).
The
Scriptures reveal how the Lord Jesus ministered healing to the sick, performing
miracles to all who came to Him. God is and has
“When the even was come, they brought unto him many
that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and
healed all that were sick” (Matthew 8:16).
Again
and again, the Scriptures declare that Jesus went and healed all—not one, not
two, not three, not 10, but all!
In
addition to performing miracles of healing, the Lord Jesus also gave power to
His disciples to heal, for the Bible declares:
“Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave
them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases. And he sent
them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick” (Luke 9:1-2).
Does God Perform Miracles Today?
Today
many believers acknowledge God’s ability to heal. However, like the leper who
came to Jesus in Matthew 8 begging for healing, they pray, “If it be
your will, Lord, heal me.” They are just not sure that it is God’s
will for them to be healed.
God’s promises are timeless!
When
you bring your need to the Lord in prayer, take the “if” out of your asking
and pray in faith, expecting to receive! As Scripture promises, “The prayer of faith shall save the sick,
and the Lord shall raise him up” (James 5:15).
It
is God’s will for you to walk in divine health and be in a right relationship
with Him:
“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest
prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth” (3 John 2).
God
assures us that He has not and will not change: “I am the Lord, I change not” (Malachi 3:6).
Just
as it was when the Lord Jesus walked on this earth and people saw Him perform
signs, wonders, and miraculous acts, so it is today. Miracles still happen
today. Blind eyes still receive their sight. Deaf ears still begin to hear. The
crippled and the lame still leap to their feet and walk.
God’s
unchanging character is certain. He truly desires to pour blessings upon His
children, and as His child you can expect them to be showered on you:
“Even by the God of thy father, who shall help thee;
and by the Almighty, who shall bless thee with blessings of heaven above” (Genesis 49:25).
Miracles
are certainly part of the vast provision that God has made
Whether a miracle occurs instantaneously or by process
of time, God does heal yesterday, today, and forever!
Talk
to the God of the universe and let Him work in your behalf.
He
says, “I will instruct you and teach you
the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you" (Psalm 32:8).
Ask
God to show you what to do. Pray the following prayer:
“Heavenly Father,
I admit that I am a
sinner and my sins have separated me from You. I now want to turn away from my
past sinful life and begin a new life with You.
Please forgive me. I
now receive your Son, Jesus Christ as my Savior, my Master and my Lord. I
believe and confess that Jesus Christ died for my sins, was buried, and rose
from the dead.
I want to receive all
that Jesus Christ has provided for me as my Savior. Your Word says, ‘Whosoever
shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved’ (Romans
10:13).
I believe and confess
that Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and no man comes unto
the Father, but by Him.
Lord Jesus, I pray and
ask You, to come into my heart and be Lord of my life. I thank You that you
have given me eternal life, and according to Your Word, I am born again.
Heavenly Father, thank
You for the gift of the Holy Spirit that is in me now. I surrender my life to You.
. I promise to study Your Word – the Bible.
Use me for Your glory.
In Jesus Name. Amen.”
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"I Am The God That Healeth
Thee"
Don Moen
lyrics
I am the God that
Healeth thee
I am the Lord
Your healer
I sent My word
And I healed your disease
I am the Lord
Your healer
You are the God that
Healeth me
You are the Lord
My healer
You sent Your word
And You healed my disease
You are the Lord
My healer
You sent Your word
And You healed
My disease
You are the Lord
My healer
You sent Your word
And You healed
My disease
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My healer
My Urgent Request
to You
Clearly, miracles
are for today, and God has called this ministry to take the life-saving and
miracle-working message of the Gospel to the nations.
That has been my
calling for over four decades, and this desire to proclaim the Good News burns
more than ever in my soul!
As long as I have
breath in my body and a beating heart, I must go and proclaim what God says in
His Word.
Eternal souls hang
in the balance!
So I’m asking you
from the deepest part of my being that you give today for this mighty work of
God so we can continue to make advance preparations for all that God wants us
to do during the coming days.
We must make a
great financial commitment, in advance, so we can take the good news of Jesus
Christ through the awesome doors that have been opened to us. We must continue
to produce and distribute This Is Your Day around the globe, both
through broadcasting stations, networks, and the Internet. We must continue our
mission outreaches around the world.
And you are a vital
part of everything we do to proclaim God’s miracle-working power!
The Supernatural
Seed-faith Miracle that Keeps Giving and Blessing
Untold blessings
and miracles are promised to those who plant seed to help preach the Gospel
toward the worldwide harvest of souls.
The Scriptures tell
us that whatever we do for Him is not lost or forgotten. When you serve Him, He
rewards you today and eternally.
When you give to
His work, you sow for both today and tomorrow, for Scripture declares:
“Cast thy bread
upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days. Give a portion to
seven, and also to eight; for thou knowest not what evil shall be upon the
earth” (Ecclesiastes
11:1-2
).
).
Righteousness puts
you in line to prosper, as God’s Word tells us, “A faithful man shall
abound with blessings” (Proverbs
28:20).
).
Didn’t the Son of
God Himself also give this promise?
Give, and it shall
be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running
over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete
withal it shall be measured to you again. —Luke 6:38
God wants you to be
blessed so you can be a blessing!
It is time to
abound in God’s blessings!
I need to hear from
you today—to know that you are standing with me to help pay the massive
expenses of our Miracle Healing Services, broadcasts, and Internet and mission
outreaches!
The need is urgent,
but I know I will hear from you! God will speak to you. I know you love Him
enough to hear His voice.
Thank you for
serving Him as my precious partner! I look forward to hearing from you today.
For the glorious
and eternal cause of our precious Lord Jesus Christ,
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