Can God heal my broken heart?
Emotional wounds are real wounds. Discover how God heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
15 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
Authority to Forgive, Heal, and Call Sinners
Jesus demonstrates His authority to forgive sins by healing a paralytic, calls Matthew the tax collector, and responds to criticism by declaring He came not for the righteous but for sinners. Multiple...
Faith, Healing, and Forgiveness
Jesus heals a centurion's servant, marveling at the Gentile's great faith. He raises a widow's son from the dead at Nain. When John the Baptist sends to ask if Jesus is the Messiah, Jesus points to Hi...
Healing at Bethesda and the Authority of the Son
Jesus heals a man who has been an invalid for thirty-eight years at the pool of Bethesda—on the Sabbath. When Jewish leaders object, Jesus claims to work as the Father works, asserting equality with...
Healing at the Temple Gate
Peter and John heal a lame man at the temple's Beautiful Gate, creating opportunity for Peter to preach. He proclaims that faith in Jesus' name has healed this man and calls the crowd to repent. He po...
Parables, Storms, and Power Over Demons
Jesus teaches the parable of the sower, explaining how different hearts receive God's word. He calms a storm on the sea, demonstrating power over nature. He delivers a demon-possessed man and heals a ...
Naaman Healed of Leprosy
Naaman, the Syrian general with leprosy, comes to Elisha at a servant girl's suggestion. Angered by Elisha's simple instruction to wash in the Jordan, Naaman almost leaves—but his servants persuade ...
He Heals the Brokenhearted
Psalm 147 praises God who numbers the stars, heals the brokenhearted, sustains the humble, and blesses Jerusalem with His word.
Jesus' Authority Over Disease, Nature, and Demons
Jesus demonstrates His divine authority through a series of mighty works—healing a leper, a centurion's servant, and Peter's mother-in-law, calming a storm, and casting out demons. Each miracle reve...
Lord of the Sabbath and Conflict with the Pharisees
Conflict escalates as Jesus defends His disciples for picking grain on the Sabbath and heals on the Sabbath, declaring Himself Lord of the Sabbath. The Pharisees plot His death, accuse Him of demonic ...
Conflict, Calling, and the Unforgivable Sin
Jesus heals on the Sabbath despite Pharisees' hostility, withdraws to the sea where crowds follow, appoints the twelve apostles, and warns about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit when accused of casti...
Power Over Demons, Disease, and Death
Jesus demonstrates comprehensive authority: He delivers a man possessed by a legion of demons, heals a woman who touched His garment after twelve years of bleeding, and raises Jairus's daughter from t...
Calling the First Disciples
Jesus calls His first disciples by the Sea of Galilee after a miraculous catch of fish. He heals a leper and a paralytic, demonstrating authority over sickness and sin. When questioned about fasting, ...
Faith, Forgiveness, and the Coming Kingdom
Jesus teaches about causing others to stumble, the duty to forgive repeatedly, and faith like a mustard seed. He heals ten lepers but only one returns to give thanks. He warns that the kingdom comes w...
The Woman at the Well and the Official's Son
Jesus breaks barriers by speaking with a Samaritan woman at Jacob's well, offering her living water that satisfies forever. Many Samaritans believe. Jesus returns to Galilee and heals an official's so...
Peter and John Before the Council
Peter and John are arrested and brought before the Sanhedrin for healing in Jesus' name. Peter, filled with the Spirit, proclaims that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus. The council is amaze...
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