Biblical Answer

The Nature of Faith and Healing

The question of whether we can trust our doctor when they say there's no cure is a complex one, but it is not necessarily a question of faith versus science. As the apostle Paul wrote, "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick" (Mark 2:17). This means that faith is not about denying the reality of a disease, but about trusting in the power of God to heal. Jesus never healed by denying the reality of the disease He intended to cure. Rather, He affirmed its reality and glorified God for its cure.

The Role of Faith in Healing

Faith is not about relying on doctors or medicine instead of relying on the Lord. Rather, it is about trusting in God's power to heal, even when the doctors say there's no cure. As Jesus said, "Your faith has healed you" (Mark 5:34). This means that faith is not just about having a positive attitude or expecting a certain outcome, but about trusting in God's power and character. When we trust in God's power to heal, we are not denying the reality of the disease, but affirming the reality of God's power to cure it.

The Importance of Trusting God's Sovereignty

Ultimately, the question of whether we can trust our doctor when they say there's no cure is a question of trusting God's sovereignty. As the Bible says, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble" (Psalm 46:1). This means that we can trust in God's power to heal, even when the doctors say there's no cure. We don't have to rely on our own understanding or our own power to heal, but can trust in God's power and character to bring about healing. As the apostle Paul wrote, "I can do all this through him who gives me strength" (Philippians 4:13). This means that we can trust in God's power to heal, even when the doctors say there's no cure.