As I've delved more into the topic of divine healing, it has become apparent to me that different camps of people have different things in mind when they talk about "God's Will." It is essential to clarify this term if the Christian community is to make any progress in understanding one another on the issue of divine healing (and many other essential doctrines). I will do my best to make relevant distinctions in this article in order to help us avoid future misunderstandings.
What is "God's Will"?
First off, let me point out two ways in which we can collect data about how God set up creation:
- We observe past and present circumstances, note the outcome of each circumstance, and extrapolate to find general principles by which God operates.
- We read God's Word, note the principles taught in each passage, and extrapolate to find general principles by which God operates.
