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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: 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.
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James 5:14-15 • KJVThis passage directly instructs believers to pray for the sick and promises that faithful prayer will lead to healing. It establishes the biblical foundation for communal prayer and spiritual care for those who are ill.