In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. (Mark 16:17b-18)
Jesus described the signs that will follow those who believe. These were not suggestions but rather they are promises—evidence of faith in action. Jesus clarified that believers would see the supernatural manifested when they operate in His name. Casting out demons, speaking in new tongues, protection from harm, and healing the sick are all connected to faith in His authority.
The word "recover" (Greek: kalos) means to be made well or to be in a good place. Healing through the laying on of hands does not depend on the individual administering it; it depends on the delegated authority given by Jesus. When believers act in faith, they serve merely as vessels for His power to work. People often seek outward signs of power—flashes of excitement, loud declarations, or dramatic displays.
However, true spiritual authority does not require theatrics. Jesus didn’t say, “They will put on a show in My name.” He said, “They will do these things in My name.” The authority of Jesus functions whether or not it is accompanied by a spectacle. The real proof lies in the testimonies of those who have experienced healing, supernatural answers, and freedom from bondage in His name.
When a believer lays hands on someone in faith, the power is not in the hand itself—it’s in the authority of Jesus that flows through faith. You've witnessed this firsthand if you’ve ever received healing through prayer. It’s not about the minister’s charisma or the atmosphere; it’s about faith in the onoma—the authority of Jesus.
Some believers mistakenly plead the blood of Jesus in situations where He has already granted authority to use His name. While the blood of Jesus is essential—it redeemed and cleansed us—it is His name that we use to exercise authority. Authority in His name is not a ritual; it is a legal right.
Practical Application
When we use Jesus’ name, we enforce the victory He has already won. Jesus’ name is what makes the difference!