In the book of James, specifically in verses 13-20 of chapter 5, there’s a powerful message about the effectiveness of prayers from the righteous.
James encourages believers to turn to prayer in times of trouble and to sing praises when joyful. The passage emphasizes the importance of sharing our struggles with others and seeking the prayers of fellow believers.
It highlights the healing power of prayer and the forgiveness that comes from confessing our sins. James urges the righteous to pray fervently, assuring them that such prayers are potent and can bring about healing and restoration.
The message is clear – the prayers of the righteous are not only heard but hold great significance in the eyes of God.
Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The fervent prayer of a righteous person is very powerful.
Anointing of the Sick
13 Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone in good spirits? He should sing praise.
14 Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters of the church, and they should pray over him and anoint [him] with oil in the name of the Lord,
15 and the prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed any sins, he will be forgiven.
Confession and Intercession
16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The fervent prayer of a righteous person is very powerful.
17 Elijah was a human being like us; yet he prayed earnestly that it might not rain, and for three years and six months it did not rain upon the land.
18 Then he prayed again, and the sky gave rain and the earth produced its fruit.
Conversion of Sinners
19 My brothers, if anyone among you should stray from the truth and someone brings him back,
20 he should know that whoever brings back a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins.
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