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Bible Verses About Healing
Bible verses related to Healing from the King James Version (KJV)


Isaiah 41:10 - Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Jeremiah 17:14 - Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.

Jeremiah 33:6 - Behold, I will bring it health and cure, and I will cure them, and will reveal unto them the abundance of peace and truth.

1 Peter 2:24 - Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.

Isaiah 53:5 - But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

James 5:15 - And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.

Psalms 103:2-4 - Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: (Read More...)

James 5:14 - 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:

3 John 1:2 - Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

James 5:16 - Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Psalms 41:3 - The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing: thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness.

Psalms 147:3 - He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.

Matthew 10:1 - And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease.

Proverbs 17:22 - A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.

How to Read the Entire Bible in a Year (and Actually Finish): A Practical Guide for the New Year


It’s about this time every year that countless people resolve to read through the entire Bible starting in January. It’s one of the most common (and most abandoned) New Year’s resolutions. Many of us start strong in Genesis, sail through Exodus, and then start to get a little off track somewhere around Leviticus. Simply put, reading the entire Bible in a year is not the easiest thing in the world to do.

But what if there was a way to read the whole Bible that keeps your attention, strengthens your faith, and transforms your daily rhythms?

It Starts With a Plan
If you’ve ever tried to read the Bible cover to cover, you already know how challenging it can be. The Bible isn’t a single book. It’s a library of sixty-six books in multiple genres, written across centuries by a wide array of authors in unique cultural settings. Without a good plan to guide you, it’s easy to lose your way. A good Bible reading plan provides structure, accountability, and balance. It helps you stay engaged by giving you a clear roadmap for each day. More importantly, it cultivates a daily habit of reading God’s word.

There are a ton of great Bible reading plans out there, and I have followed several over the years. My new favorite is one that I found in the NIV Daily Scripture Bible. This plan is unique because each day includes a reading from the Old Testament, the New Testament, and Psalms or Proverbs.

This structure keeps your heart and mind engaged while balancing depth and variety. Here’s why this plan works so well.

It Keeps Things Fresh
Let’s be honest: some parts of the Bible are easier to read than others. Genesis and Exodus are full of gripping narratives and divine encounters, but by the time you reach Leviticus and Numbers, the momentum can fade. The Daily Scripture plan helps you avoid getting stuck by using readings from three different parts of Scripture every day. So while you may be moving through a more challenging Old Testament section, you’re also spending time in the New Testament and Psalms or Proverbs that day as well.

Reading this way keeps you motivated and prevents you from abandoning your plan in the middle of the year. It’s a way of saying, “Every day, I want to hear from God’s Word in a balanced, life-giving way.”

You Get Time With Jesus Every Day
The New Testament comprises less than 25 percent of the Bible. This means that if you read straight through from Genesis to Revelation, you have to read for nine months before you get to the gospel of Matthew and are able to spend time with Jesus (yes, I know that the Old Testament is filled with references to Jesus, but his presence in the New Testament is more direct). This plan includes the New Testament from Day 1, so you will interact with Jesus and his first followers every day for an entire year.

That daily connection with Christ can change everything. As you read about Jesus’ teachings and miracles alongside the story of Israel in the Old Testament, you’ll see the full arc of Scripture in a new way. You’ll begin to recognize the unity of God’s redemptive plan woven throughout every page.

It Builds a Daily Rhythm
Some plans give you days off, which can be a good thing for certain people, but I love that the Daily Scripture reading plan is just that: daily. There are no “off days.” That consistency matters because transformation happens not through occasional inspiration, but through faithful repetition. Spending time in God’s Word every day grounds you, shapes your thoughts, and renews your mind.

Over time, you’ll notice how this rhythm spills into every part of life. Your prayer life deepens. Your perspective widens. You begin to see God’s hand not only in Scripture but in your everyday moments.

6 Proven Tips for Success
Reading through the entire Bible in a year is an ambitious goal, but with the right approach, it’s completely achievable. Over the years, I’ve both succeeded and failed at this challenge, and those experiences have taught me what makes the difference. Here are six tips to help you not only start strong, but finish well.

1. Stick to the Plan
The biggest obstacle to completing any Bible reading plan is inconsistency. Missing a day or two isn’t the problem — it’s the discouragement that comes after falling behind. The best way to stay on track is to make Bible reading a non-negotiable part of your daily routine.

Set aside 10–15 minutes each day, and if you miss a day, simply double up the next. If you know a certain day of the week is consistently hectic, plan ahead by reading extra the day before. The key is to keep moving forward.

2. Find a Bible You Love
The Bible you use matters more than you might think. Choose a translation you understand and enjoy. Whether that’s the NIV, ESV, NLT, or another trusted version, the right translation will make the text come alive (check out my book Bible Translations for Everyone if you need help figuring out which one is right for you).

Then find a Bible format that suits your habits. Perhaps you need a journaling Bible for note-taking, a study Bible for deeper insights, or a premium edition that feels inviting to hold and read. When you find a Bible you truly love, you’ll look forward to spending time in it every day.

3. Read at the Same Time and Place
Habits form best through consistency. Pick a specific time and place for your daily reading. For many, mornings work best. Others prefer a quiet evening moment.

Find a setting where you can focus and reflect. For me, it’s a small room at the front of my home, where the morning light filters in and a good cup of coffee is close by. Wherever you choose, make this a consistent rhythm in your life and it will quickly become something you look forward to every day.

4. Engage With the Text
Don’t just read the Bible, engage with the text in a deeper way. Write down questions that come to mind while you’re reading, and then go look up the answers after you finish your reading for the day. Highlight or underline key words or phrases that stand out to you.

Consider choosing one verse each week to memorize or meditate on throughout your day. The goal is not only to read the Bible but to let it read you. Invite the Holy Spirit to illuminate, convict, and comfort you through the living Word.

5. Invite Someone to Join You
The only thing better than reading the Bible in a year is doing it with someone you love. Invite a friend or family member to join you on this journey through the Bible. This will naturally create some accountability to stick to the plan. It will also give you someone to share your thoughts and questions with. The Bible was written not just for individuals but for God’s people together, and reading it in community reflects that truth.

6. Remember to Pray
Bible reading and prayer belong together. Before you open the Scriptures, ask God to speak to you. As you read, listen for His voice. Afterward, pray about what you’ve learned.

Prayer transforms reading from information-gathering into relationship-building. It reminds us that the goal isn’t merely to finish the Bible in a year, it’s to encounter the living God who inspired it.

A Journey Worth Taking
The Bible is more than a book. It’s the living Word through which God speaks, guides, and renews his people. As you prepare for a new year, consider making this your most meaningful resolution: to immerse yourself daily in Scripture.

Whether you’ve read through the Bible many times or never made it past Exodus, this can be your year to complete the journey. Approach it not as a task to accomplish but as a relationship to nurture. Trust that God will meet you through his Word in ways both ordinary and extraordinary. As you do, you’ll discover the truth of Psalm 119:105 in your own life: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”

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OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL

DATE: MONDAY JANUARY 5TH 2026

TOPIC: LET THERE BE LIGHT

MEMORISE:
And God said, Let there be light: and there was light. - (Genesis 1:3)

BIBLE READING: ACTS 3:1-8 (KJV)

1 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour.

2 And a certain man lame from his mother's womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into the temple;

3 Who seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple asked an alms.

4 And Peter, fastening his eyes upon him with John, said, Look on us.

5 And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them.

6 Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.

7 And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ancle bones received strength.

8 And he leaping up stood, and walked, and entered with them into the temple, walking, and leaping, and praising God.

MESSAGE:
When God said, "Let there be light" in today's memory verse, it simply meant that there was darkness before then, and at that moment, light was yet to come. "Let there be light" signifies an end to sorrow and the beginning of joy. In Psalm 30:5, the Bible says that sorrow may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. Sorrow changes to joy when light comes. Likewise, confusion gives way to clarity at the entrance of light.

If you are driving on a dark highway and suddenly, your car headlamps malfunction, you might find yourself in total darkness. In such cases, it is wise to quickly look for a safe space to park the vehicle because it is not safe to drive in total darkness. This is why darkness is associated with stagnation; there is usually no movement in an environment that is totally dark. If whatever is wrong with the car is corrected, however, and the headlamps begin to work again, then you can continue your journey. Whenever there is light, there is usually progress. I pray that light will come into your life in this new year, and there will be an end to stagnation. This year, you will experience progress and joy, in Jesus' name.

In today's Bible reading, we read about a man who was born lame. For many years, he was carried to the same spot daily so he could beg for alms. He had been stagnant all his life; however, when the Almighty God decided to visit him, not only did he start walking, he was jumping and praising God. Light shone on him because he had met Jesus through Peter and John, and he experienced a great turnaround. When the light of God comes into your life, you will move forward and upwards.

People normally sleep at night, and this is why Apostle Paul said in (1 Thessalonians 5:7) that those who sleep do so in the night. There is usually no movement when people are asleep. However, when the day breaks, light comes, and people awake from their sleep to go about their daily activities. Stagnancy gives way to progress when light comes. Beloved, I pray for you that the light of God will shine on every aspect of your life. There shall be no stagnancy in your life, and throughout this year, you will only move forward and upwards, in Jesus' name.

PRAYER POINT:
Father, please let Your light shine upon all areas of my life this year, in Jesus' name.

AUTHOR PASTOR E A ADEBOYE

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: GENESIS 18-20

HYMNAL: 19 ROCK OF AGES, CLEFT FOR ME

1 Rock of Ages, cleft for me,
let me hide myself in thee;
let the water and the blood,
from thy wounded side which flowed,
be of sin the double cure;
save from wrath and make me pure.

2 Not the labors of my hands
can fulfill thy law's demands;
could my zeal no respite know,
could my tears forever flow,
all for sin could not atone;
thou must save, and thou alone.

3 Nothing in my hand I bring,
simply to the cross I cling;
naked, come to thee for dress;
helpless, look to thee for grace;
foul, I to the fountain fly;
wash me, Savior, or I die.

4 While I draw this fleeting breath,
when mine eyes shall close in death,
when I soar to worlds unknown,
see thee on thy judgment throne,
Rock of Ages, cleft for me,
let me hide myself in thee.

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