Teaching summary
Pastors Leonard and Lori Rola emphasize that healing does not come through a rigid formula, but through hearing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Many teachings contain "truths"—valuable principles—but they are not "the Truth." Healing follows faith, and faith comes by hearing the message of Christ. Each person’s journey to healing may look different because the Holy Spirit gives individual instruction. The core of every healing testimony is this: they heard.
Bible verses referenced
- Genesis 14:20 – "And blessed be the most high God, which hath delivered thine enemies into thy hand. And he gave him tithes of all."
- Mark 16:15-17 – "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues."
- Romans 1:16 – "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek."
- John 14:6 – "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me."
Teaching notes
Table of Contents
- Introduction: Encouragement and Appreciation
- Misunderstood Truths About Healing
- The Trap of Guilt, Shame, and Condemnation
- Testimonies and the Problem of Prescriptive Healing Formulas
- The One Common Denominator: They Heard
- The Gospel Preached and the Power to Heal
- The Role of the Holy Spirit in Individual Guidance
- Hearing and Faith in Action: Biblical Examples
- The Truth of Jesus Christ: The Way, the Truth, the Life
- Closing Thoughts and Encouragement
Introduction: Encouragement and Appreciation
Pastors Leonard and Lori begin by thanking the viewers for their love, support, and encouragement. They remind everyone that they are “God’s hand extended.” Financial support and kind words are received as gifts sown out of grace and abundance, just like Genesis 14:20: "And blessed be the most high God… And he gave him tithes of all."
Misunderstood Truths About Healing
Many believers are told that if they aren’t healed, it’s because they didn’t do something right. They’re taught to plant, water, command, believe, use authority, and confess—all of which are truths. But the danger is in treating these truths as the truth. This rigid teaching often leads people to think, "It will never happen for me."
The Trap of Guilt, Shame, and Condemnation
When healing doesn’t happen as expected, guilt, shame, condemnation, and fear arise. People worry they will never get it right. The pastors warn this mindset is not of God—it is a bondage that keeps people from rest and faith.
Testimonies and the Problem of Prescriptive Healing Formulas
Testimonies are powerful, but often they are presented in a way that makes others feel they must follow the same exact steps to be healed. Pastor Leonard points out that many people emphasize what they did: “I commanded,” “I believed,” “I stood on the word.” But in most cases, the main truth—Jesus—is buried under technique.
The One Common Denominator: They Heard
Every healing testimony has one thing in common: they heard.
As Pastor Leonard emphasizes, “Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the word of God.” Although Romans 10:17 was not quoted directly, this is the foundational concept. Healing comes after hearing the message about Christ.
The Gospel Preached and the Power to Heal
Mark 16:15-17 – "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature… And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues."
Jesus commanded the disciples to preach. The signs follow the preaching, and the preaching must be about Him. This is the same gospel Paul speaks of in Romans 1:16 – "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ… it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth."
The Role of the Holy Spirit in Individual Guidance
After faith arises from hearing, the Holy Spirit then gives the specific instruction needed: command it, use the name of Jesus, take communion, sit quietly in His love. Healing may follow any of these steps, not because of the act, but because of the Spirit’s leading.
Hearing and Faith in Action: Biblical Examples
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The Centurion believed Jesus only had to speak the word, and his servant was healed.
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The woman with the blood issue believed she only needed to touch His garment. But before she said this, she heard. Her faith was based on hearing that many had been healed by touching Him.
Each responded differently because of what their faith moved them to do. But they all heard first.
The Truth of Jesus Christ: The Way, the Truth, the Life
Many truths exist, but only one is The Truth. John 14:6 – "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." Jesus leads us to the Father. The goal of our faith is not healing—it’s a relationship. Healing flows from being in the Father’s love. The more you grow in knowing how much He loves you, the more you’ll hear the Holy Spirit’s instruction.
Closing Thoughts and Encouragement
To the question: “How do I hear?” the pastors answer: Just rest in God’s love. The hearing will come naturally.
We hope this article has blessed you. Share this teaching with someone in need of healing, encouragement, or a fresh revelation of God’s love. Let the gospel be heard. Let faith rise.