Faith and doubts
God in illness
Wondering where God is when the body suffers and health is lost.
What the Bible can tell you
The LORD will sustain him on his sickbed, and restore him from his bed of illness.
Psalms 41:3
He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me.
2 Corinthians 12:9
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned, and flame will not scorch you.
Isaiah 43:2
A human reading
In illness some people feel God close and others feel God far away. Both experiences are real. The text speaks of presence in pain, and also of care through doctors and people close to us.
This page offers reflection and companionship; it does not replace a professional. If what you feel weighs heavily or lasts for weeks, talk with someone you trust or with a health professional.