‘Ready to Come Roaring Back’—John MacArthur Breaks Silence on Health

Amid rumors of declining health, John MacArthur says that he is recovering well and is “ready to come roaring back to ministry.”

In a video posted to X, MacArthur gave an update about his current condition despite discussions that he was on the verge of death.

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“I feel fine,” MacArthur says. “I’m not ill at all. My heart is working well. My lungs are working well.”

He further notes that there is “nothing terminal” happening to him right now.

“In fact, my heart is probably stronger now than it has been in the last decade of my life,” he says.

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MacArthur says he is currently receiving quality care, and that after his lung and heart procedures, he had no choice but to stay in the hospital for seven weeks. However, he now is ready to head back onto the ministry scene.

The rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated. 🤓 So thankful to the Lord for your prayers as I continue to recover.

— John MacArthur (@johnmacarthur) April 16, 2025

“I’m ready to come roaring back into public and pick up my ministry again.”

As he prepares to resume his work, MacArthur’s recovery highlights the importance of maintaining hope at all times. Continue to lift him up in prayer.

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Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.