James simply means for someone with a physical illness to do the same, with the promise of eventual physical healing and the assurance of forgiveness of sins.

23 нояб. 2020 г. · The prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.

9 мар. 2022 г. · James instructs the church elders to “anoint” the sick person with oil “in the name of the Lord” (v. 14).

James' instructions to both the sick person and to church elders is simply an outward demonstration of an inward trust in God; a prayer of faith.

James says, “And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up.” The phrase “raise him up” means “to rouse, waken from sleep.” It ...

Is any sick among you? Let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.

4 янв. 2022 г. · Some Christians believe this verse means that, if only one prays with enough faith, healing for the sick person is guaranteed. Others believe ...

11 апр. 2023 г. · The prayer offered in faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up, and if he has committed sins, they will be forgiven him.

The oil of James 5:14 was merely a medicinal item, which together with the prayer would be providentially efficacious in the healing process.