Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 107:20
He sent his word, and healed them - He did it by a word; it was necessary for him merely to give a command, and the disease left them. So it was in the life of the Saviour, who often healed the sick by a “word” Matthew 8:8; Luke 7:7; and so now restoration from disease often seems to be accomplished as if some word had been spoken by one who had power, commanding the disease to depart. In all cases, also, whatever means may be used, healing power comes from God, and is under his control.... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 107:20
He sent his word . and healed them; rather, he sends his word, and heals them (see the Revised Version). The "word" intended may be a message sent by a human messenger, like the "word" sent to Hezekiah in. his sickness ( 2 Kings 20:4 ; Isaiah 38:4 ); or it may be a thought suggested to the mind either directly by God, or by an angel, like that spoken of in Job 33:23 , Job 33:24 ; or, lastly, it may be the actual Word of God ( John 1:1 ), the Son, sent by the Father. But this last... read more