In looking at Hindrances to healing we found that a lack of knowledge of God's word is a powerful hindrance to receiving healing. See Hosea 4:6. For the word of God to truly be "medicine" to our bodies, (Proverbs 4:22) we must approach it in a consistent and submissive way. We need to study it, confess it and do it in order for it to work for us, especially the scriptures that deal with healing and health. Remember, "faith cometh by hearing."    Romans 10:17

 Today I want to look at the second on our list of hindrances - unforgiveness. This is a spiritual cancer that opens the door of our life for sickness and disease. In Matthew chapter 18 Jesus referred to "tormentors" in verse 34. If you read the entire parable you find that it was the man who failed to forgive who was given over in judgment to those tormentors. I personally believe there are certain cases of tormenting illnesses that are brought on because of unforgiveness. Even medical science recognizes the negative effects of bitterness on our bodies.

 In Mark 11:25-26 Jesus makes it clear that we must forgive if we expect to have our prayers answered. Of course this would include a prayer for healing as well as anything else.

 Listen carefully to your words, check your heart and make sure you don't allow any ill will or animosity toward anyone. Ask the Holy Spirit to show you if there is anyone you need to forgive or get something right with.  Practice forgiveness and position yourself for healing and health.

 Pastor Greg