Bible Verses About Intercessory Prayer: Commanded

First of all, then, I counsel that petitions, prayers, intercessions and thanksgivings be made for all human beings,

Is someone among you ill? He should call for the elders of the congregation. They will pray for him and rub olive oil on him in the name of the Lord.

Therefore, openly acknowledge your sins to one another, and pray for each other, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.