King Asa had a disease in his feet. Scripture says he sought help from physicians and not from the Lord. He began well, but turned away from God in his old age.

Here is my opinion … ALWAYS seek the Lord first about health issues. As with anything, God wants us to put Him first. Then, seek medical help.

Jesus Himself said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.” [Mark 2:17]

Our dependency should be upon the Lord rather than doctors or medicine. However, it’s not wrong to consult the medical community for what they can offer, after we have expressed our faith in God.

I see three factors: firstly, we pray and ask God for help, then we seek medical assistance, and then we do all we can to help the process.

PRAYER: Lord, our hope and trust is in You. We are grateful for the healing discoveries medicine has made to help us live healthier.

READ: 2 Chron. 16-18