The 40 Miracles of Jesus

The miracles of Jesus are some of the most powerful events recorded in the Bible. Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus healed the sick, gave sight to the blind, cast out demons, multiplied food, calmed storms, raised the dead, and demonstrated authority over creation itself.

But the miracles of Jesus were never simply displays of supernatural power. They revealed who He is. His miracles showed His compassion for suffering people, His authority over sickness and evil, His power over creation and death, and ultimately His divine identity.

The Gospel writers recorded many of these miracles, and John specifically described them as “signs” because they pointed beyond the miracle itself to Jesus.

This article looks at 40 distinct miracles of Jesus found in the four Gospels, along with the Bible verses that tell us what happened.

Quick Answer

The Bible records many miracles performed by Jesus during His earthly ministry. These include healing the sick, casting out demons, raising the dead, multiplying food, calming storms, walking on water, and even controlling circumstances such as the temple tax being found in a fish’s mouth.

Each miracle points us toward something important about Jesus. He has authority over sickness, nature, demons, sin, and death, and He shows deep compassion toward the people who come to Him.

The greatest miracle, however, is not merely one of His healings. It is His resurrection from the dead, through which He demonstrated His victory over death and became the foundation of Christian faith.

1. Jesus Turns Water Into Wine

John 2:1–11

Jesus’ first recorded miracle took place at a wedding in Cana of Galilee. When the wine ran out, Jesus instructed servants to fill six stone waterpots with water. He then turned the water into wine.

“And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there:

And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage.

And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine.

Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.

His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.

And there were set there six waterpots of stone, after the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three firkins apiece.

Jesus saith unto them, Fill the waterpots with water. And they filled them up to the brim.

And he saith unto them, Draw out now, and bear unto the governor of the feast. And they bare it.

When the ruler of the feast had tasted the water that was made wine, and knew not whence it was: (but the servants which drew the water knew;) the governor of the feast called the bridegroom,

And saith unto him, Every man at the beginning doth set forth good wine; and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but thou hast kept the good wine until now.

This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him.”

This miracle was a sign that revealed Jesus’ glory and strengthened the faith of His disciples.

2. Jesus Heals the Nobleman’s Son

John 4:46–54

A royal official came to Jesus because his son was seriously ill. Jesus told him to go home because his son would live, and the man believed Jesus’ word before he even saw the healing.

“So Jesus came again into Cana of Galilee, where he made the water wine. And there was a certain nobleman, whose son was sick at Capernaum.

When he heard that Jesus was come out of Judaea into Galilee, he went unto him, and besought him that he would come down, and heal his son: for he was at the point of death.

Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.

The nobleman saith unto him, Sir, come down ere my child die.

Jesus saith unto him, Go thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the word that Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his way.

And as he was now going down, his servants met him, and told him, saying, Thy son liveth.

Then enquired he of them the hour when he began to amend. And they said unto him, Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him.

So the father knew that it was at the same hour, in the which Jesus said unto him, Thy son liveth: and himself believed, and his whole house.

This is again the second miracle that Jesus did, when he was come out of Judaea into Galilee.”

Jesus did not even need to be physically present to heal the child.

3. Jesus Casts Out an Unclean Spirit

Mark 1:23–28

While Jesus was teaching in the synagogue, a man with an unclean spirit cried out. Jesus commanded the spirit to leave, and it obeyed Him.

“And there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit; and he cried out,

Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art, the Holy One of God.

And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him.

And when the unclean spirit had torn him, and cried with a loud voice, he came out of him.

And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? what new doctrine is this? for with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.

And immediately his fame spread abroad throughout all the region round about Galilee.”

This miracle demonstrated Jesus’ authority over spiritual evil.

4. Jesus Heals Peter’s Mother-in-Law

Matthew 8:14–15

Peter’s mother-in-law was sick with a fever. Jesus touched her hand, and the fever left her.

“And when Jesus was come into Peter’s house, he saw his wife’s mother laid, and sick of a fever.

And he touched her hand, and the fever left her: and she arose, and ministered unto them.”

The account is brief, but it beautifully shows Jesus’ compassion toward someone who was suffering.

5. The Miraculous Catch of Fish

Luke 5:4–11

After the fishermen had worked all night without catching anything, Jesus told Simon Peter to let down the nets again. The result was an enormous catch of fish.

“Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught.

And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.

And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.

And they beckoned unto their partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink.

When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.

For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken:

And so was also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men.

And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him.”

The miracle became part of Peter’s calling to follow Jesus.

6. Jesus Cleanses a Leper

Matthew 8:1–4

A man with leprosy came to Jesus and said that if Jesus was willing, He could make him clean. Jesus touched him and healed him.

“When he was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed him.

And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.

And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.

And Jesus saith unto him, See thou tell no man; but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.”

Jesus was willing to reach out and touch someone whom society often kept at a distance.

7. Jesus Heals the Centurion’s Servant

Matthew 8:5–13

A Roman centurion came to Jesus because his servant was seriously ill. The centurion believed Jesus could heal him simply by speaking the word.

“And when Jesus was entered into Capernaum, there came unto him a centurion, beseeching him,

And saying, Lord, my servant lieth at home sick of the palsy, and grievously tormented.

And Jesus saith unto him, I will come and heal him.

The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed.

For I am a man under authority, having soldiers under me: and I say to this man, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.

When Jesus heard it, he marvelled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.

And Jesus said unto the centurion, Go thy way; and as thou hast believed, so be it done unto thee. And his servant was healed in the selfsame hour.”

This account highlights the centurion’s remarkable trust in Jesus’ authority.

8. Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man

Matthew 9:1–8

Friends brought a paralyzed man to Jesus. Jesus first told him that his sins were forgiven and then healed his paralysis.

“And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee.

And, behold, certain of the scribes said within themselves, This man blasphemeth.

And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts?

For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and walk?

But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (then saith he to the sick of the palsy,) Arise, take up thy bed, and go unto thine house.

And he arose, and departed to his house.

But when the multitudes saw it, they marvelled, and glorified God, which had given such power unto men.”

The healing was also a sign that Jesus had authority to forgive sins.

9. Jesus Heals the Man with the Withered Hand

Matthew 12:9–13

Jesus encountered a man whose hand was withered. Even though religious leaders were watching to accuse Him of breaking the Sabbath, Jesus healed the man.

“And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue:

And, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered.

Then said he to the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it forth; and it was restored whole, like as the other.”

Jesus used this miracle to demonstrate that doing good and showing mercy are consistent with God’s purposes for the Sabbath.

10. Jesus Raises the Widow’s Son

Luke 7:11–15

Jesus came across a funeral procession in the town of Nain. The dead man was the only son of a widow. Jesus had compassion on her and raised her son.

“And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not.

And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise.

And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother.”

This miracle reveals both Jesus’ authority over death and His compassion toward human grief.

11. Jesus Calms the Storm

Mark 4:37–41

A violent storm arose while Jesus and His disciples were in a boat. Jesus rebuked the wind and commanded the sea to be still.

“And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.

And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish?

And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.

And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?

And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?”

The disciples’ question is significant: “What manner of man is this?” The miracle points to Jesus’ authority over creation itself.

12. Jesus Delivers the Gerasene Demoniac

Mark 5:1–20

Jesus encountered a man who had been tormented by many demons. He commanded the unclean spirits to leave him, and the man was later found sitting clothed and in his right mind.

“And they come over unto the other side of the sea, into the country of the Gadarenes.

And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit,

Who had his dwelling among the tombs; and no man could bind him, no, not with chains:

Because that he had been often bound with fetters and chains, and the chains had been plucked asunder by him, and the fetters broken in pieces: neither could any man tame him.

And always, night and day, he was in the mountains, and in the tombs, crying, and cutting himself with stones.

But when he saw Jesus afar off, he ran and worshipped him,

And cried with a loud voice, and said, What have I to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of the most high God? I adjure thee by God, that thou torment me not.

For he said unto him, Come out of the man, thou unclean spirit.

And he asked him, What is thy name? And he answered, saying, My name is Legion: for we are many.

And all the devils besought him, saying, Send us into the swine, that we may enter into them.

And forthwith Jesus gave them leave. And the unclean spirits went out, and entered into the swine: and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the sea, (they were about two thousand;) and were choked in the sea.

And they come to Jesus, and see him that was possessed with the devil, and had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid.

And when he was come into the ship, he that had been possessed with the devil prayed him that he might be with him.

Howbeit Jesus suffered him not, but saith unto him, Go home to thy friends, and tell them how great things the Lord hath done for thee, and how he hath had compassion on thee.”

Jesus Christ not only delivered the man but gave him a testimony to share.

13. Jesus Heals the Woman with the Issue of Blood

Mark 5:25–34

A woman had suffered from bleeding for twelve years. She believed that touching Jesus’ garment would make her whole.

“And a certain woman, which had an issue of blood twelve years,

And had suffered many things of many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse,

When she had heard of Jesus, came in the press behind, and touched his garment.

For she said, If I may touch but his clothes, I shall be whole.

And straightway the fountain of her blood was dried up; and she felt in her body that she was healed of that plague.

And Jesus, immediately knowing in himself that virtue had gone out of him, turned him about in the press, and said, Who touched my clothes?

And his disciples said unto him, Thou seest the multitude thronging thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me?

And he looked round about to see her that had done this thing.

But the woman fearing and trembling, knowing what was done in her, came and fell down before him, and told him all the truth.

And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.”

Jesus called her “Daughter,” showing personal compassion toward someone who had suffered for many years.

14. Jesus Raises Jairus’ Daughter

Mark 5:35–43

Jairus’ daughter had died before Jesus arrived, but Jesus went to the house and raised the girl.

“And he took the damsel by the hand, and said unto her, Talitha cumi; which is, being interpreted, Damsel, I say unto thee, arise.

And straightway the damsel arose, and walked; for she was of the age of twelve years. And they were astonished with a great astonishment.”

Jesus demonstrated again that death itself was not beyond His authority.

15. Jesus Heals Two Blind Men

Matthew 9:27–30

Two blind men followed Jesus and asked Him for mercy. Jesus touched their eyes, and their sight was restored.

“And when Jesus departed thence, two blind men followed him, crying, and saying, Thou son of David, have mercy on us.

And when he was come into the house, the blind men came to him: and Jesus saith unto them, Believe ye that I am able to do this? They said unto him, Yea, Lord.

Then touched he their eyes, saying, According to your faith be it unto you.

And their eyes were opened; and Jesus straitly charged them, saying, See that no man know it.”

16. Jesus Casts Out a Demon from a Mute Man

Matthew 9:32–33

A man who could not speak because of demonic oppression was brought to Jesus.

“As they went out, behold, they brought to him a dumb man possessed with a devil.

And when the devil was cast out, the dumb spake: and the multitudes marvelled, saying, It was never so seen in Israel.”

The miracle again demonstrated Jesus’ authority over spiritual oppression.

17. Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand

John 6:1–14

Jesus took five barley loaves and two small fish and fed a huge crowd. After everyone had eaten, twelve baskets of leftovers were collected.

“And Jesus took the loaves; and when he had given thanks, he distributed to the disciples, and the disciples to them that were set down; and likewise of the fishes as much as they would.

When they were filled, he said unto his disciples, Gather up the fragments that remain, that nothing be lost.

Therefore they gathered them together, and filled twelve baskets with the fragments of the five barley loaves, which remained over and above unto them that had eaten.”

This miracle shows Jesus’ compassion and His ability to provide far beyond what appeared humanly possible.

18. Jesus Walks on Water

Matthew 14:25–27

Jesus came to His disciples by walking on the sea during a storm.

“And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea.

And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear.

But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.”

Peter then stepped out of the boat toward Jesus, but became afraid when he looked at the wind and waves.

19. Jesus Heals the Sick at Gennesaret

Matthew 14:34–36

When Jesus arrived at Gennesaret, people brought their sick to Him.

“And when they were gone over, they came into the land of Gennesaret.

And when the men of that place had knowledge of him, they sent out into all that country round about, and brought unto him all that were diseased;

And besought him that they might only touch the hem of his garment: and as many as touched it were made perfectly whole.”

20. Jesus Heals the Canaanite Woman’s Daughter

Matthew 15:21–28

A Canaanite woman pleaded with Jesus to deliver her daughter from demonic oppression. Jesus ultimately commended her great faith, and her daughter was healed.

“Then came she and worshipped him, saying, Lord, help me.

But he answered and said, It is not meet to take the children’s bread, and to cast it to dogs.

And she said, Truth, Lord: yet the dogs eat of the crumbs which fall from their masters’ table.

Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour.”

Her persistence and faith are an important part of this account.

21. Jesus Feeds the Four Thousand

Matthew 15:32–39

Jesus again fed a large crowd, this time with seven loaves and a few small fish.

“Then Jesus called his disciples unto him, and said, I have compassion on the multitude, because they continue with me now three days, and have nothing to eat: and I will not send them away fasting, lest they faint in the way.

And his disciples say unto him, Whence should we have so much bread in the wilderness, as to fill so great a multitude?

And Jesus saith unto them, How many loaves have ye? And they said, Seven, and a few little fishes.

And he commanded the multitude to sit down on the ground.

And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude.

And they did all eat, and were filled: and they took up of the broken meat that was left seven baskets full.”

22. Jesus Heals a Deaf and Speech-Impaired Man

Mark 7:31–37

Jesus took a deaf man aside from the crowd and healed him.

“And straightway his ears were opened, and the string of his tongue was loosed, and he spake plain.

And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them, so much the more a great deal they published it;

And were beyond measure astonished, saying, He hath done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak.”

The crowd’s response is worth noticing: “He hath done all things well.”

23. Jesus Heals the Blind Man at Bethsaida

Mark 8:22–25

This healing was unusual because it happened in stages. Jesus first touched the man’s eyes, and then touched them again before his sight was completely restored.

“And he cometh to Bethsaida; and they bring a blind man unto him, and besought him to touch him.

And he took the blind man by the hand, and led him out of the town; and when he had spit on his eyes, and put his hands upon him, he asked him if he saw ought.

And he looked up, and said, I see men as trees, walking.

After that he put his hands again upon his eyes, and made him look up: and he was restored, and saw every man clearly.”

This account reminds us that Jesus does not have to work in exactly the same way every time.

24. Jesus Delivers a Boy from an Unclean Spirit

Mark 9:17–27

A father brought his suffering son to Jesus after the disciples had been unable to cast out the spirit.

“Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.

And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.

When Jesus saw that the people came running together, he rebuked the foul spirit, saying unto him, Thou dumb and deaf spirit, I charge thee, come out of him, and enter no more into him.

And the spirit cried, and rent him sore, and came out of him: and he was as one dead; insomuch that many said, He is dead.

But Jesus took him by the hand, and lifted him up; and he arose.”

The father’s words, “Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief,” are especially meaningful for anyone whose faith feels weak.

25. Jesus Provides the Temple Tax Through a Fish

Matthew 17:24–27

When Jesus and Peter were asked about the temple tax, Jesus instructed Peter to catch a fish. A coin would be found in its mouth, enough to pay the tax for both of them.

“Notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and cast an hook, and take up the fish that first cometh up; and when thou hast opened his mouth, thou shalt find a piece of money: that take, and give unto them for me and thee.”

This unusual miracle demonstrates Jesus’ authority and His care in providing what was needed.

26. Jesus Heals a Man Who Was Blind and Mute

Matthew 12:22–23

A demon-possessed man who was blind and unable to speak was brought to Jesus.

“Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb: and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw.

And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David?”

The miracle caused people to consider whether Jesus was the promised Messiah.

27. Jesus Heals the Woman Bent Over for Eighteen Years

Luke 13:10–13

Jesus encountered a woman who had been unable to straighten herself for eighteen years.

“And, behold, there was a woman which had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and was bowed together, and could in no wise lift up herself.

And when Jesus saw her, he called her to him, and said unto her, Woman, thou art loosed from thine infirmity.

And he laid his hands on her: and immediately she was made straight, and glorified God.”

Jesus cared about her suffering and restored her.

28. Jesus Heals the Man with Dropsy

Luke 14:1–4

Jesus healed a man suffering from dropsy, or abnormal swelling, on the Sabbath.

“And, behold, there was a certain man before him which had the dropsy.

And Jesus answering spake unto the lawyers and Pharisees, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath day?

And they held their peace. And he took him, and healed him, and let him go.”

Jesus used the situation to challenge a religious attitude that had become more concerned with rules than mercy.

29. Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers

Luke 17:11–19

Ten men with leprosy cried out to Jesus for mercy. All ten were cleansed, but only one returned to thank Him.

“And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off:

And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.

And when he saw them, he said unto them, Go shew yourselves unto the priests. And it came to pass, that, as they went, they were cleansed.

And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God,

And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan.

And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole.”

The story is not only about healing. It also teaches us about gratitude.

30. Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead

John 11:43–44

Lazarus had been dead and in the tomb for four days when Jesus arrived. Jesus called him out of the grave.

“And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.

And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go.”

This miracle is especially significant because Jesus had already told Martha:

“Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:

And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?”

Jesus was demonstrating His authority over death while pointing to an even greater truth about Himself.

31. Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus

Mark 10:46–52

Blind Bartimaeus repeatedly cried out to Jesus despite people telling him to be quiet.

“And Jesus stood still, and commanded him to be called. And they call the blind man, saying unto him, Be of good comfort, rise; he calleth thee.

And he, casting away his garment, rose, and came to Jesus.

And Jesus answered and said unto him, What wilt thou that I should do unto thee? The blind man said unto him, Lord, that I might receive my sight.

And Jesus said unto him, Go thy way; thy faith hath made thee whole. And immediately he received his sight, and followed Jesus in the way.”

Bartimaeus received his sight and then followed Jesus.

32. Jesus Heals the Man Born Blind

John 9:1–7

Jesus encountered a man who had been blind from birth. He made clay, placed it on the man’s eyes, and instructed him to wash.

“As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.

When he had thus spoken, he spat on the ground, and made clay of the spittle, and he anointed the eyes of the blind man with the clay,

And said unto him, Go, wash in the pool of Siloam, (which is by interpretation, Sent.) He went his way therefore, and washed, and came seeing.”

Jesus’ healing also became part of a larger conversation about spiritual blindness and seeing who He truly is.

33. Jesus Heals the Tenants’ Servant’s Ear

Luke 22:50–51

When Jesus was arrested, one of His disciples cut off the ear of the high priest’s servant. Jesus healed the man’s injury.

“And one of them smote the servant of the high priest, and cut off his right ear.

And Jesus answered and said, Suffer ye thus far. And he touched his ear, and healed him.”

Even while being arrested, Jesus showed mercy toward someone who had come against Him.

34. Jesus Causes the Fig Tree to Wither

Matthew 21:18–20

Jesus spoke to a fig tree that had produced no fruit, and it withered.

“Now in the morning as he returned into the city, he hungred.

And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon, but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away.

And when the disciples saw it, they marvelled, saying, How soon is the fig tree withered away!”

This was a symbolic act that taught about fruitfulness and genuine spiritual life rather than merely outward appearance.

35. Jesus Performs a Second Miraculous Catch of Fish

John 21:5–6

After Jesus’ resurrection, several disciples had been fishing without success. Jesus told them to cast their net on the right side of the ship.

“Then Jesus saith unto them, Children, have ye any meat? They answered him, No.

And he said unto them, Cast the net on the right side of the ship, and ye shall find. They cast therefore, and now they were not able to draw it for the multitude of fishes.”

This miracle took place after the resurrection and reminded the disciples that Jesus was still guiding and providing for them.

36. Jesus Heals Many Sick People

Matthew 8:16–17

Jesus healed many people who were brought to Him, including those suffering from sickness and demonic oppression.

“When the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick:

That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.”

This passage shows the breadth of Jesus’ healing ministry. The Gospels record many individual miracles, but they also describe occasions when Jesus healed large numbers of people.

37. Jesus Heals the Man at the Pool of Bethesda

John 5:5–9

A man had been suffering from an infirmity for thirty-eight years. Jesus asked him whether he wanted to be made whole and then commanded him to rise, take up his bed, and walk.

“And a certain man was there, which had an infirmity thirty and eight years.

When Jesus saw him lie, and knew that he had been now a long time in that case, he saith unto him, Wilt thou be made whole?

The impotent man answered him, Sir, I have no man, when the water is troubled, to put me into the pool: but while I am coming, another steppeth down before me.

Jesus saith unto him, Rise, take up thy bed, and walk.

And immediately the man was made whole, and took up his bed, and walked: and on the same day was the sabbath.”

Jesus’ authority was not dependent upon the pool. He simply commanded the man to rise.

38. Jesus Heals the Man with the Dropsy

Luke 14:4

Jesus encountered a man with dropsy and healed him on the Sabbath.

“And they held their peace. And he took him, and healed him, and let him go.”

This miracle demonstrates again that Jesus was not indifferent to human suffering, even when religious leaders were watching Him critically.

39. Jesus Raises Jairus’ Daughter

Luke 8:54–55

Jesus entered the room where Jairus’ daughter had died.

“And he put them all out, and took her by the hand, and called, saying, Maid, arise.

And her spirit came again, and she arose straightway: and he commanded to give her meat.”

Jesus’ raising of Jairus’ daughter was another powerful demonstration that death did not place Him beyond His authority.

40. Jesus Rises from the Dead

Matthew 28:5–7

The resurrection of Jesus is the central miracle of the Christian faith. After Jesus was crucified and buried, He rose from the dead.

“And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified.

He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.

And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, he goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you.”

The resurrection is different from the other miracles because Jesus was not simply restoring another person to earthly life. He Himself conquered death and rose again.

Paul later summarized the heart of the gospel this way:

1 Corinthians 15:3–4

“For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;

And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures.”

What Do the Miracles of Jesus Teach Us?

The miracles of Jesus give us much more than a collection of amazing stories. They reveal His character and authority.

Jesus showed compassion toward people who were sick, grieving, rejected, oppressed, and afraid. He was not distant from human suffering. He repeatedly stopped to help people who came to Him.

At the same time, His miracles demonstrated authority that went far beyond that of an ordinary teacher or prophet. He commanded demons, forgave sins, controlled the wind and sea, multiplied food, healed diseases, and raised the dead.

The miracles also pointed people toward faith. John explains why the signs were recorded:

John 20:30–31

“And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book:

But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.”

That is ultimately why the miracles matter. They point us to Jesus.

Did Jesus Perform Miracles Only to Show His Power?

Jesus’ miracles certainly demonstrated His authority, but they were not simply demonstrations designed to impress people.

Again and again, we see compassion behind His actions. He had compassion on the hungry crowds. Jesus had compassion on grieving families. Jesus Christ responded to people who were sick and suffering. He touched people who were considered unclean and restored people who had been isolated from others.

His miracles also served a greater purpose. They revealed His identity and pointed people toward the kingdom of God.

This is especially clear in the Gospel of John, where miracles are repeatedly presented as signs that point people toward belief in Jesus.

Do Jesus’ Miracles Mean Christians Will Always Be Healed?

The miracles of Jesus show that He has authority over sickness and that God is able to heal. However, Scripture does not teach that every Christian will always receive physical healing simply because they have enough faith.

Some people Jesus healed lived for many more years. Others eventually died. The ultimate Christian hope is not merely physical health in this present life but resurrection and eternal life with Christ.

That distinction matters because someone who is sick should not be made to feel that their suffering proves they do not have enough faith.

We can pray for healing while also trusting God when the answer is different from what we hoped.

The Greatest Miracle Is Jesus Himself

When we read about the miracles of Jesus, it can be easy to focus on the spectacular events: storms becoming calm, thousands being fed, blind eyes opening, demons fleeing, and the dead being raised.

But every miracle ultimately points us back to the person of Jesus Christ.

He is the One who came into the world to save sinners. Jesus is the One who died for our sins and rose again. He is the One who offers forgiveness and eternal life to those who believe in Him.

The miracles show us that Jesus has authority over sickness, nature, demons, sin, and death. His resurrection declares that death did not have the final word.

John 11:25–26

“Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:

And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?”

That is the question every person eventually has to consider.

The miracles of Jesus are not merely stories about what He did thousands of years ago. They point us toward who He is.

Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, the Saviour of the world, and the One who conquered death.

And the invitation of Scripture is still to believe in Him.

John 3:16

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

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