While listening to the Gospel from July 12, 2025, Jesus sent out 72 disciples giving them the power to heal and totally depend on others to provide for them. They were to go without bringing anything – also testing their them to live dependent upon God alone. This got me thinking about all of the times that Jesus has healed, and what was required of the receiver of the healing (if anything at all). Let’s explore each miracle healing, and how the healing affected those who received or witnessed the miracle.
1. Healings Triggered by Faith
The Centurion’s Servant (Matthew 8:5–13; Luke 7:1–10)
Image by Michael Heck from Pixabay
The centurion’s profound belief that Jesus could heal with just a word—even from a distance—moved Jesus to marvel at his faith. The servant was instantly healed, and those nearby were struck by the reach and power of Jesus’ spoken authority.
The Woman with the Issue of Blood (Mark 5:25–34; Luke 8:43–48)
Image by Michael Heck from Pixabay
After twelve years of suffering, this woman quietly touched the edge of Jesus’ garment believing it would heal her. Her bleeding stopped immediately, and Jesus praised her faith, making her story a testimony of hope in front of the entire crowd.
Blind Bartimaeus (Mark 10:46–52; Luke 18:35–43)
Despite others trying to silence him, Bartimaeus cried out loudly, recognizing Jesus as the “Son of David.” Jesus responded to his persistent faith, restoring his sight, and Bartimaeus followed Him—causing others to glorify God in amazement.
The Two Blind Men (Matthew 9:27–31)
Image by Christine Schmidt from Pixabay
These men pursued Jesus and affirmed their belief in His power, saying, “Yes, Lord.” He healed them according to their faith, and though He told them to keep quiet, they spread the news widely, leaving people in awe.
The Canaanite Woman’s Daughter (Matthew 15:21–28)
Image from Donnie Ray Jones on Flickr
This Gentile mother pleaded boldly for her daughter’s healing, undeterred by social and religious barriers. Jesus honored her unwavering faith, healing the girl instantly, and the moment expanded the understanding of who could receive His mercy.
2. Healings Following Forgiveness
The Paralytic Lowered Through the Roof (Matthew 9:1–8; Mark 2:1–12; Luke 5:17–26)
Photo from Olivier Chafik Flickr
Four friends broke through a roof to get the paralyzed man to Jesus, whose first response was to forgive the man’s sins. Then He healed him physically, stunning the crowd and drawing both praise and controversy for demonstrating divine authority.
The Man at the Pool of Bethesda (John 5:1–15)
Image from Gandalf’s Gallery on Flickr
Jesus found this man waiting beside the pool after decades of suffering, asking if he truly wanted to be healed. After restoring his body, Jesus urged him to stop sinning—reminding onlookers that true wellness goes beyond physical change.
3. Healings Without Mention of Forgiveness
Peter’s Mother-in-Law (Matthew 8:14–15; Mark 1:29–31; Luke 4:38–39)
Image from Flickr
Upon entering Peter’s home, Jesus saw his mother-in-law bedridden with fever and healed her with a touch. She immediately got up and began serving, and her quick recovery became a spark for others to bring their sick to Jesus. (this one always makes me chuckle)
The Man with the Withered Hand (Matthew 12:9–13; Mark 3:1–6; Luke 6:6–11)
Photo by form PxHere
Jesus encountered a man with a shriveled hand and healed him in full view on the Sabbath to challenge rigid religious norms. The man’s restoration left bystanders amazed and provoked religious leaders to begin plotting against Jesus.
The Ten Lepers (Luke 17:11–19)
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
Ten men afflicted with leprosy approached Jesus from a distance, and He sent them to the priests before healing them. All were cleansed, but only one returned in gratitude, prompting Jesus to highlight the power of thankful faith.
The Deaf and Mute Man (Mark 7:31–37)
Image on Flicker
In the region of the Decapolis, Jesus privately healed a man by touching his ears and tongue and saying, “Be opened.” The man’s speech and hearing were restored instantly, and the crowd declared that Jesus did “all things well.”
4. Pure Acts of Forgiveness
The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 8:1–11)
Dragged before Jesus by accusers demanding justice, the woman was met not with condemnation but with mercy. Jesus forgave her and told her to leave her life of sin, and her accusers departed in silent conviction.
Jesus on the Cross (Luke 23:34)
Image on eCatholic
In the midst of excruciating pain, Jesus looked down upon those crucifying Him and prayed, “Father, forgive them.” His mercy in that moment shook witnesses and planted seeds of repentance that would later bloom. And don’t forget the forgiveness of the Good Thief! He joined Jesus in paradise, while the unforgiving thief did not.
The Sinful Woman at Simon’s House (Luke 7:36–50)
Image by Mona El Falaky from Pixabay
This woman wept at Jesus’ feet and anointed them with perfume, moved by deep reverence. Jesus forgave her sins publicly, sparking tension among guests and drawing attention to love as a response to grace.
This is just a very small sample of documented healings Jesus performed. There are others where a multitude were healed in crowds during Jesus’ ministry. In every healing story, Jesus reveals layers of restoration—whether through faith, forgiveness, or compassion. These miracles transformed physical bodies, reshaped identities, and opened the eyes of whole communities to the nature of divine mercy. How have you been healed, body and soul by Jesus? Be sure to comment and share your encounters with Jesus, which may inspire the crowds.