![]() ![]() Scripture records numerous causes that bring about sickness in both the Old and New Testament. We have sickness in the world as a result of sin. All suffering we see, whether physical sickness or a natural disaster, is directly connected with the fall. “For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly.because the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of corruption” (Romans 8:20-21). Another area we see the fall effecting is creation. “Therefore, just as through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men” (Romans 5:12). One realm we see the fall affecting is human kind. Second, we see the effects of the fall in the book of Romans. What is the Biblical view of sickness? In order to address this issue, we will attempt to examine Scripture through the lenses of three questions: Why is there sickness? What are causes of sickness? What are God’s purposes for sickness? If we are going to guard our own hearts and effectively minister to the sick, we need to have a clear picture of God’s Word on this issue. Imagine the remorse of a loving parent taking her sick child to be healed, only to find out the child would remain sick because her faith was not strong enough. This kind of health, wealth, and prosperity gospel has corrupted the theology of countless millions and consequently ruined their lives. Wommack’s answer to the question of suffering completely removes God’s sovereignty from the equation. ![]() Moreover, if you or a loved one remain sick, it is simply a lack of faith in God. In other words, God is not responsible for anyone becoming sick. In summary, Wommack believes it is God’s will for you to be healthy and any sickness is a sign of unrepented sin. Even though the title seems theologically sound, he grossly misunderstands the Biblical view of sickness. Take, for example, Andrew Wommack’s, book God Wants You Well. Additionally, it is necessary because a wrong view of suffering will have devastating consequences on your life. ![]() It is natural because suffering seems like the exact opposite thing a good God would want to happen. Have you ever asked the question, “If God is good, why do bad things happen?” As believers living through a global pandemic, this is both a natural and necessary question to ask. ![]()
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