Biblical Perspectives on Healing Touch and Massage

The Bible records that Jesus and His followers frequently utilized the healing touch to restore the sick to health Mark 1:30+1CT 466.1. While specific terminology for massage is not used, the "healing touch" is a central component of the Great Physician's work, as He laid His hands upon the afflicted in every town and village to heal themGW 41.3+2. This practice was given as a lasting injunction to His representatives, confirming that believers shall lay hands on the sick and they shall recover Mark 16:18GW92 403.2+1. This sacred act of touching is not merely a physical gesture but a spiritual ministry intended to testify to Christ's power for the healing of the soulCT 466.1+1. Throughout history, this divine touch has unloosed tongues, opened ears, and even restored life to the dead14LtMs, Ms 128, 1899, par. 6+1. In our own service, we are encouraged to follow this example by coming close to the suffering, kneeling with them in prayer, and utilizing the simple remedies nature provides for restorationMedEv January 1, 1910, par. 14+2.

... ministry would receive confirmation through the restoration of the sick to health. Ye “shall lay hands on the sick,” He said, “and they shall recover.” Mark 16:15, 18. By healing in His name the diseases of the body, they would testify to His ...— CT 466.1 (1913)

The Saviour's work was not restricted to any time or place. His compassion knew no limit. On so large a scale did He conduct His work of healing and ...— GW 41.3 (1915)

...ne of His fingers, at arm’s length; but we may see Him coming close to the afflicted one, and laying His hand upon his shoulder, as brother with brother— PTUK October 31, 1895, page 693.2

...rocession. No captives are to be seen in chains of humiliation. Those who have once been blind, who eyes have felt the healing touch of the Son of God, are the first to lead the way in that wonderful procession. They press as close as possible to the...— 14LtMs, Ms 128, 1899, par. 6

The Saviour devoted more time and labor to healing the afflicted of their maladies than to preaching. His last injunction to his apostles, his representatives on ea...— MMis January 1, 1891, par. 9

... is lying sick of “a great fever,” and “they tell Him of her.” Jesus “touched her hand, and the fever left her,” and she arose and ministered to the Saviour and His disciples. Luke 4:38+1 Matthe...— MH 29.1 (1905)