God’s Will for Healing from Croup
We’re going to dive into God’s Word and apply what it says about healing directly to the sickness of croup. Croup is a distressing condition for a child, marked by that distinctive, barking cough. It affects their windpipe, voice box, and airways, often causing difficulty breathing. It most commonly affects children between 6 months and 3 years old. We’re going to look at what the Bible says about God’s will for healing, so we can stand in faith for a child suffering from this condition.
God’s Will Is to Heal
The first and most important question is, “Is it always God’s will for a child to be healed from croup?” Some have been taught that sickness might be part of God’s plan, but we must look to the ultimate source for truth: the Bible. Jesus is the perfect representation of God’s will. Throughout His ministry, He never turned anyone away who came to Him for healing, whether they were an adult or a child. In Matthew 8, Jesus healed many people, and His actions show us God’s heart. He didn’t put sickness on anyone; He took it away. Just as a good father would never want his child to suffer from a distressing condition like croup, our Heavenly Father doesn’t either. He is good, and sickness is not from Him.
Our Authority Over Sickness
God has given believers authority over sickness and disease, including croup. In Luke 9:1, Jesus gave His disciples power over evil spirits and diseases. This authority wasn’t just for them; it’s a part of our inheritance as believers. We are redeemed from the curse of the Law, which includes all forms of sickness. The Bible describes sickness as a vile disease (Psalm 41:8, NIV). Croup can be a frightening experience for a child and a parent, but we can stand on God’s Word, which says we have been redeemed from all curses. We can use the authority given to us in Christ to rebuke this condition. Just as Aaron stopped the plague in Numbers 16 by making atonement, Jesus, our ultimate Mediator, has made atonement for us, providing redemption from the “plague” of sickness.
The Power of Faith
Our faith is what connects us to God’s promises. Faith isn’t a magical feeling; it’s a rational response to what God has said in His Word. When we are faced with a child struggling to breathe because of croup, our faith is challenged. But we can choose to believe what God has promised. “This is the work of God, that you believe” (John 6:29). Sickness doesn’t move God, our faith does. God doesn’t move based on needs; He moves in response to faith. We can stand on the promise in Psalm 91, which talks about being spared from pestilence and disease. When you have a child with croup, you can see in your mind’s eye the finished work of the cross, where Jesus already took that sickness. By faith, we can appropriate that healing and declare it over our child.
The Supernatural and Confession for Healing
When a child is struggling with a barking cough and difficulty breathing, it’s a human instinct to focus on the physical symptoms. But as believers, we need to shift our focus to the supernatural. Jesus is not just a historical figure; He is God Himself, manifested in the flesh. He is Spirit, and He is Supernatural. He has authority over all physical ailments.
The Supernatural Touch of Jesus
The Bible shows us many instances of Jesus’ supernatural power over sickness. Mark 7:33-35 describes how Jesus healed a man who couldn’t hear or speak by touching him and giving a single command. The result was immediate. With croup, the physical touch of a parent laying hands on their child and praying in faith is a powerful act. We can pray for the same supernatural power of Jesus to touch the child’s body, opening their airways and soothing the inflammation. Just as Jesus’s word “Ephphatha” (Be opened) brought immediate results, we can speak to the sickness of croup and command it to go in the name of Jesus. The confronting of evil spirits was a regular part of Jesus’ ministry, and we have that same authority.
Our Confession of Faith
Our words are powerful. When we are anxious or fearful about a child with croup, it’s easy to speak negatively. But we must align our words with God’s promises. While confessing sin is important, our focus today is on the positive side of confession—speaking what God’s Word says. Instead of saying, “My child is so sick with croup,” we can declare, “I’ve been redeemed from the curse of the Law, and that sickness has no hold on my child.” This is not a denial of the symptoms, but a declaration of a higher truth. It’s what God has already provided for us. This is how we walk in the blessings of God and avoid the low experience of living in fear and anxiety. We must use our confession to activate our faith.
Faith refuses to see anything but God and what He says. When you are watching your child struggle with croup, you can refuse to see it as an extraordinary affliction and instead declare, “My child is good, they are redeemed from this.” This steadfast faith is our privilege and our duty. It is how we can see God’s whole plan of healing carried out in our lives and in the lives of our children. Let’s stand firm on His promises and declare health over our loved ones today.
Join Me in a Prayer for Healing If you are looking for physical relief and a moment of spiritual peace, I invite you to pray along with me in this video. Let’s stand in faith together.
For more information on recognizing the symptoms, home care tips, and when to seek emergency medical attention for this condition, please visit the Mayo Clinic Guide to Croup.
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About the Authors:
Tony and Lorna Egar are dedicated Christians based in Brisbane, Australia.
With a heart for seeing the sick made whole.
Lorna moves in a gift of healing that isn’t confined to church walls; she has witnessed God’s power touch lives in supermarkets, city parks, and everyday street encounters.
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