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What is the prayer of faith in James 5?

In James 5:14–16, a sick believer calls the elders, who pray and anoint with oil in the Lord’s name. James places the prayer of faith inside the care of a community that prays, confesses, and supports one another.

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Read the passages in context

Read from verse 13 to see the range of ordinary situations James addresses. The suffering person prays. The cheerful person sings. The sick person can ask the elders to come. The example of Elijah then reminds readers that a person who prays is still a human being like them.

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Continue the study with Elijah’s prayer on Mount Carmel from Vince Baker Ministries.

Put the reading into practice

If you want your church to pray, call an elder or pastor and ask how they handle prayer visits. Agree on who will come and what can be shared. After praying, offer a concrete follow-up, such as checking in on a day the person chooses.

Scripture references link to the King James Version. The explanations and prayers above are written for this teaching library.

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Who should anoint with oil in this passage?

James explicitly directs the sick believer to call the elders of the church.

Can I pray for healing while receiving medical care?

Yes, praying for divine healing and receiving professional medical care can go together. James 5:13–16 encourages believers to pray for the sick. Talk with your clinician before changing any prescribed treatment or medication. MedlinePlus guidance ↗

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