Does God Always Want to Heal? (S2 E7)

Father Michael and Father Christopher Trummer explore the complex topic: Does God always want to heal? They discuss various Christian perspectives, particularly focusing on views within the charismatic movement that emphasize healing through faith. The dialogue delves into balancing expectancy in God's healing power with submission to His will, supported by teachings from the Catechism and Biblical references. They highlight the value of redemptive suffering, pointing out instances in scripture and personal experiences where suffering had significant spiritual growth. The episode also addresses potential pitfalls of certain theological interpretations and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy, faith-filled prayer life.

 

00:00 Introduction and Topic Overview 00:34 Does God Always Want to Heal? 01:22 Church Teachings on Healing 02:43 Faith and Healing in the Bible 04:04 Balancing Expectation and Acceptance 04:31 Insights from Bill Johnson 06:12 Jesus' Healing Ministry 07:54 The Role of Faith in Healing 11:21 Ultimate Healing and God's Plan 14:37 Redemptive Suffering and God's Will 20:30 The Already and Not Yet of God's Kingdom 31:34 The Role of Suffering in God's Plan 32:18 St. Paul's Thorn in the Flesh 34:08 The Value of Weakness and Dependence on God 35:14 Redemptive Suffering and Union with Christ 37:25 The Church's Imperfection and the Call to Suffer 39:36 The Example of Jesus and the Father's Will 42:26 Theological Clarifications on Suffering and Healing 50:52 The Problem with the 'Always Heal' Theology 56:31 Persistent Faith and the Mystery of God's Timing 01:00:20 Concluding Thoughts and Prayer