In every family of believing Christians there must be an icon with the image of our Lord Jesus Christ. Sincere prayers, raised to God by such an icon, will be surely heard, and the faith of the praying will be strengthened and the heart will find comfort. Before the blessed Face of the Lord they pray for help in trouble, for healing serious illnesses, they are asked to indicate the right way in choosing the solution on which someone's fate depends.
The image of the Virgin is the most revered among Christians. Icons with its image are in every temple. God's mother helps in healing from diseases. In addition to health, this holy face is asked for peace and tranquility in the house.
The Prophet John the Baptist (Forerunner) is the most revered saint after the Divine Mother for a Christian. His icons are in every Orthodox church. The life of the Forerunner is exciting and shaking with the steadfastness of a saint.