Wednesday, February 02, 2011

Familiar Spirits Exposed: A Biblical Warning Every Christian Must Know

Familiar Spirits Exposed: A Biblical Warning Every Christian Must Know

Familiar Spirits Exposed: A Biblical Warning Every Christian Must Know


In today’s world, many unknowingly invite dangerous spiritual forces under the guise of curiosity or misguided religious beliefs. One such force is the familiar spirit—a demonic entity that has operated since ancient times. The Bible speaks clearly against interacting with familiar spirits, necromancers, or sorcerers, labeling such acts as abominations.

📖 What Are Familiar Spirits?

The term “familiar spirit” refers to a demon that interacts closely with a person, usually through sorcery, witchcraft, necromancy, or divination. In Hebrew, the word for familiar spirit is 'ob', which literally means “leathern bottle.” It symbolized that the person was merely a vessel for the indwelling spirit. The Greek counterpart is pytho, as seen in Acts 16:16, where a girl possessed with a spirit of divination brought her masters profit through fortune-telling.

These spirits pretend to be helpful or informative, often impersonating deceased loved ones or spiritual guides. But they are, in fact, deceiving demons, aligned with Satan, meant to trap the soul and lead it away from God.


⛔ What Does the Bible Say?

God strongly forbids His people from consulting mediums, necromancers, or anyone with familiar spirits. Here are some direct scriptures:

  • Leviticus 19:31 – "Regard not them that have familiar spirits... I am the Lord your God."

  • Deuteronomy 18:10-11 – "There shall not be found among you... a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer."

  • Isaiah 8:19 – "Should not a people seek unto their God? For the living to the dead?"

These spirits lead people into spiritual bondage. Scripture also shows how God dealt with those who entertained them. King Saul, once chosen by God, fell into rebellion and eventually sought the witch of Endor (1 Samuel 28), an act that sealed his downfall.


👿 How Familiar Spirits Operate

Familiar spirits imitate the dead, speak through mediums, or influence the thoughts and actions of individuals. They can manifest through:

  • Dreams or visions

  • Voices or impressions

  • Psychic powers or prophetic imitations

  • Emotional torment or false comfort

They pretend to be servants, guides, or even "angels of light" (2 Corinthians 11:14), but they deceive the soul into spiritual slavery.


🧙‍♂️ Necromancy, Witchcraft & Sorcery

Necromancy is the attempt to communicate with the dead, often through rituals. Witchcraft and sorcery, similarly, involve calling upon spirits for power or knowledge. These practices are strictly forbidden by God and are often how familiar spirits gain access.

Examples in Scripture:

  • The Witch of Endor (1 Samuel 28:7-25)

  • Simon the Sorcerer (Acts 8:9-11)

  • The girl at Philippi (Acts 16:16) possessed by a spirit of divination

  • Magicians in Pharaoh's court (Exodus 7:11-22)

  • False prophets and dreamers (Jeremiah 14:14; Ezekiel 13:6)

These practices are rooted in paganism, Babylonian mysticism, and Satanic deception—bringing spiritual corruption to any who partake.


🌀 Demon Possession & Manifestations

Scripture reveals many examples of demonic possession:

  • The Gadarene demoniac (Mark 5:1-20)

  • The deaf and mute boy (Mark 9:17-29)

  • Mary Magdalene, delivered from seven demons (Luke 8:2)

  • Saul, tormented by an evil spirit (1 Samuel 16:14)

These demons often cause physical, emotional, and mental torment. Jesus cast them out with authority, demonstrating His power over all darkness (Mark 1:23-26; Luke 4:33-36).


🛡️ Deliverance Is Possible

Praise God, Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8). He gave us power over all unclean spirits (Luke 10:19). Deliverance is available through:

  • Repentance from sin and occult practices

  • Renouncing all involvement with witchcraft, necromancy, and spiritualism

  • Calling on the name of Jesus Christ with authority

  • Receiving prayer and ministry through the Holy Spirit

The early church demonstrated this power (Acts 5:16, 8:7, 19:12), and believers today can walk in that same authority through the Holy Spirit.


🏛️ Rooted in Pagan Culture

Most of these occult practices originated in Babylon, Egypt, Greece, and Rome—cultures that worshipped many gods and spirits. Their spiritual beliefs centered around manipulation, control, and power through false gods and demonic spirits.

Examples include:

  • Balaam the diviner (Numbers 22-24)

  • Jezebel's sorceries (2 Kings 9:22)

  • The Chaldeans’ enchantments (Daniel 2:2)

Their gods were often demons disguised as deities. These cultural practices were meant to control outcomes, curse enemies, or predict the future—all forbidden in God’s kingdom.


⚖️ Final Judgment Awaits These Spirits

Demons know their time is limited. Scripture tells us they tremble before God (James 2:19) and will be judged (Matthew 8:29; Jude 1:6; Revelation 20:10). Satan, their leader, is described in many ways: Abaddon, Apollyon, the dragon, the serpent, the liar, the accuser. His destiny is eternal fire—and so is the fate of all demons.


✨ Freedom in Christ

You don’t need to remain in fear or bondage. If you’ve participated in these practices—knowingly or unknowingly—Jesus is ready to set you free. His blood breaks every curse and cleanses every soul.

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Symptoms of a Spirit of Fear – Overcoming the Spirit of Fear

Symptoms of a Spirit of Fear – Overcoming the Spirit of Fear

Symptoms of a Spirit of Fear – Overcoming the Spirit of Fear

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The spirit of fear is one of Satan’s most destructive weapons against God’s people. It is more than just a feeling—it is a demonic stronghold that can invade the soul and body, leading to physical, emotional, and spiritual bondage. Fear opens the door to torment (1 John 4:18), and when not addressed, it can lead to breakdowns in health, joy, relationships, and purpose. Below are symptoms and manifestations of the spirit of fear, followed by biblical steps to overcome it through Christ.


Physical Manifestations of the Spirit of Fear

Fear begins spiritually but often manifests physically. When fear becomes chronic, it produces real stress on the body. The body and mind are connected—what affects one, affects the other. Symptoms may include:

  • Tension or tight muscles (especially in the neck, shoulders, or jaw)

  • Headaches or migraines

  • Back pain or stiffness

  • High blood pressure

  • Numbness or tingling in arms or legs

  • Indigestion, heartburn, or acid reflux

  • Irritable bowel, colitis, or peptic ulcers

  • Difficulty breathing, asthma, shortness of breath

  • Chest tightness or angina

  • Skin issues: rashes, eczema, itching

  • Allergies or frequent infections due to a weakened immune system

  • Chronic fatigue, exhaustion, low energy

  • Dry mouth, lump in the throat sensation

  • Cold hands or feet (circulatory disruption)

  • Difficulty falling or staying asleep

  • Overeating or lack of appetite

  • Unhealthy weight gain or loss

  • Diabetes-related stress reactions

These physical symptoms can be compounded by emotional trauma, generational curses, or unaddressed spiritual wounds. The longer fear rules, the deeper it roots itself.


Emotional and Mental Symptoms of a Spirit of Fear

Fear is a paralyzer. It shuts down joy, decision-making, and hope. When fear is allowed to fester, it takes over the mind and emotions:

  • Constant anxiety or nervousness

  • Depression, lack of joy or enthusiasm for life

  • Mental exhaustion or brain fog

  • Inability to concentrate or focus

  • Forgetfulness and indecisiveness

  • Feeling emotionally drained or mentally strained

  • Pessimism, sarcasm, or cynicism

  • Frequent crying or being emotionally on edge

  • Feelings of being overwhelmed, overcommitted, or unable to cope

  • Low self-worth, self-condemnation, or feeling broken in spirit

  • Negative self-talk or perfectionist demands

  • Overreacting or underreacting to stress

  • Moodiness or emotional instability

  • Loss of sense of humor or inability to laugh

  • Difficulty adjusting to changes in life

  • Feeling “stuck,” hopeless, or unable to move forward

  • Obsessive thoughts or racing mind

  • Trouble letting go of past disappointments


Behavioral Signs of Fear Operating in Daily Life

Fear doesn’t just stay internal—it shows up in our actions, choices, and relationships. When under the influence of fear, people may:

  • Withdraw from social contact or avoid people

  • Exhibit nervous habits (e.g., nail-biting, pacing, fidgeting)

  • Feel panicky or driven by urgency

  • Become workaholics or perfectionists

  • Set unrealistic goals or deadlines

  • Attempt to "do it all" to gain approval or feel worthy

  • Engage in escapist behaviors (shopping sprees, binge eating, excessive TV, etc.)

  • Take tranquilizers, alcohol, or other substances to relax

  • Avoid conflict or confrontation

  • Perform below potential at work or school

  • Become overly competitive, even in unneeded areas

  • Struggle to bounce back from setbacks

  • Feel out of control or powerless

  • Overfill their schedules to prove worth

These self-defeating patterns are often deeply rooted in a stronghold of fear and must be addressed at the spiritual level.


Scriptural Truth: God Has Not Given Us the Spirit of Fear

2 Timothy 1:7 declares, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” Fear is a lying spirit. It pretends to protect but actually enslaves. It robs believers of peace, joy, and clarity. Jesus came to set the captives free (Luke 4:18), including those in bondage to fear!


Steps to Overcome the Spirit of Fear

1. Recognize the Root – Ask the Holy Spirit to show where fear entered: trauma, generational sin, abuse, witchcraft, or rejection.

2. Take Responsibility – Acknowledge fear as sin when you’ve come into agreement with it.

3. Repent and Renounce – Break covenant with fear. Say aloud:
“I repent for allowing fear into my life. I renounce and break agreement with the spirit of fear in Jesus’ name!”

4. Remove the Spirit – Command it to go:
“Spirit of fear, I bind you and cast you out in the name of Jesus Christ! You no longer have legal access to my life!”

5. Replace with Truth – Fill your mind with the Word.
Key Scriptures:

  • Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you…”

  • Psalm 34:4 – “I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.”

  • Romans 8:15 – “You did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear…”

6. Anoint Yourself with Oil – As a prophetic act, anoint your forehead and declare peace and soundness of mind in Christ (James 5:14).

7. Rejoice and Restore – Thank the Lord for deliverance and walk in faith daily. Rebuild your spiritual strength through prayer, worship, and renewing your mind.


You Can Be Free from Fear Today!

Jesus Christ has already won the battle over fear at the cross. You don’t have to stay stuck in torment, confusion, or panic. You can walk in peace, power, and purpose! If you're experiencing these symptoms and suspect a spiritual root, don’t delay—seek deliverance.


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Taking the Spoils — A Biblical Strategy for Victory

✍️ Taking the Spoils — A Biblical Strategy for Victory

Taking the Spoils — A Biblical Strategy for Victory


“So the Lord smote the Ethiopians before Asa and before Judah; and the Ethiopians fled… and they carried away very much spoil.”
—2 Chronicles 14:12–13

The story of King Asa in 2 Chronicles 14–16 presents a powerful illustration of what it means to walk in obedience to God, prepare in seasons of peace, and trust Him in the face of overwhelming battles. The reward? Victory and spoil.

I. The Path to Peace Begins with Obedience (2 Chronicles 14:1–7)

I. The Path to Peace Begins with Obedience (2 Chronicles 14:1–7)


Asa inherited a kingdom and immediately began cleansing the land. He removed pagan altars, high places, and images. He didn’t just tolerate evil; he tore it down. This bold obedience was honored by God.

Asa commanded Judah to seek the Lord and to obey His law. As a result, God gave him ten years of peace. But Asa didn’t waste that peace. He used it to build—fortified cities, walls, towers, and an army of valiant men. He understood that peace is not a time for complacency but a time for preparation.

Personal Application:
Have you torn down the spiritual idols in your life—bitterness, fear, pride, or unforgiveness? Peace comes when our hearts are wholly turned toward the Lord.


II. When the Enemy Returns (2 Chronicles 14:8–15)

Peace doesn’t last forever. The enemy always returns—just as Satan returned to tempt Jesus again after the wilderness. Asa faced an invading army of a million Ethiopians with 300 chariots. But instead of panicking, Asa prayed:

“Help us, O Lord our God; for we rest on thee, and in thy name we go against this multitude” (v.11).

He acknowledged his weakness and fully relied on God. The result? The Lord Himself defeated the enemy. Asa and his army pursued them and gathered great spoil—livestock, riches, and goods. This is more than just winning; this is taking ground.

Spiritual Truth:
When you fight in God’s strength, He not only brings victory but also increases your spiritual inheritance. Like Asa, you can take the spoils of healing, restoration, and deliverance when you overcome by faith.


III. The Danger of Forgetting God (2 Chronicles 15–16)

God sent Azariah the prophet to warn Asa: “If you seek Him, He will be found. If you forsake Him, He will forsake you” (15:2). Asa listened—for a time. For thirty-five years, he reigned in peace and prosperity. But he failed to completely remove all idol worship.

In Asa’s thirty-sixth year, a new threat arose. But this time, Asa relied on a foreign king rather than God. He used the temple’s gold to bribe Ben-Hadad of Syria for military help. It “worked”—temporarily. But God sent another prophet, Hanani, to rebuke him:

“Because you have relied on the king of Syria, and not on the Lord your God, therefore… you shall have wars” (16:7–9).

Instead of repenting, Asa became angry, imprisoned the prophet, and oppressed the people. His spiritual decline continued until his death. He died diseased, having trusted physicians over God (16:12).

Warning for Today:
When we stop seeking God and begin relying on human solutions—whether psychology, medicine, or worldly strategies—we forfeit the spiritual victories and spoils we could have gained through faith.


IV. Spoils from the Lord Throughout Scripture

This biblical principle of “taking the spoils” is not isolated to Asa:

  • Israel in Egypt: God gave the Israelites favor and they “spoiled the Egyptians” as they departed (Exodus 12:36, Psalm 105:37).

  • David and Goliath: After David’s faith-filled victory, Israel took the Philistines’ goods (1 Samuel 17:53).

  • Jehoshaphat: Surrounded by enemies, he turned to God and collected so much spoil it took three days to gather it all (2 Chronicles 20:25).

  • Paul and Silas: Imprisoned but praising, they took the “spoil” of salvation in the form of the jailer and his entire household (Acts 16).

  • Jesus Christ: The ultimate victor. Through the cross, He “spoiled principalities and powers” (Colossians 2:15) and now divides the spoils with the strong (Isaiah 53:12).


V. How Believers Today Can Take Spoil

You were not called to just survive life. You were called to conquer—then take spiritual spoil:

  • Overcome the world by faith in Jesus (1 John 5:4–5).

  • Overcome demonic opposition by the Spirit of God and truth (1 John 4:4).

  • Be more than a conqueror—take what the enemy tried to steal and use it for God’s glory (Romans 8:37).

Every trial you overcome becomes a testimony. Every healing you receive is a weapon against future attacks. Every deliverance is a spiritual spoil that strengthens your walk and helps others.

With love and truth,
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How to Overcome the Spirit of Self-Pity and Walk in Freedom from a Broken Heart

How to Overcome the Spirit of Self-Pity and Walk in Freedom

How to Overcome the Spirit of Self-Pity and Walk in Freedom


Jesus Came to Mend a Broken Heart: Overcoming the Spirit of Self-Pity

Self-pity is more than just feeling sorry for yourself; it is a spirit that binds you tightly to the painful past like super glue, preventing you from stepping into the glorious future God has ordained for you. This spirit is not from God but from the enemy, aiming to keep you trapped in bitterness, defeat, and despair.

What Is Self-Pity?

Self-pity is a spiritual stronghold that creates a cycle of mental, emotional, and physical decline. It convinces you that your past wounds are too deep to heal and that your life’s purpose is lost. However, this is a lie from the devil to stop you from fulfilling your God-given destiny.

The Bible warns about such spirits that accuse and bind us. Revelation 12:10 calls Satan the “accuser of the brethren,” and self-pity often comes accompanied by accusing spirits that hold you fast in feelings of worthlessness and despair.

The Demonic Connection Behind Self-Pity

Demons rarely work alone. When self-pity gains entrance, it opens the door for other destructive spirits like defeatism, depression, anger, hatred, and bitterness to come flooding in. These spirits feed on your pain and keep you chained in a downward spiral.

This negative emotional state often leads to destructive behaviors: alcoholism, drug abuse, sexual immorality, overeating, or eating disorders such as anorexia. These are often coping mechanisms for the hopelessness that self-pity brings.

Mind, Body, and Soul: The Connection

The Bible teaches us that our spirit, soul, and body are interconnected (1 Thessalonians 5:23). When the mind is overwhelmed with negative thoughts—often fueled by self-pity—it releases harmful chemicals that can contribute to sickness and disease. Proverbs 17:22 says, “A merry heart does good, like medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones.”

Self-pity damages the mind and the spirit, which in turn harms the body. Thus, healing must be holistic—spiritually, mentally, and physically.

How to Break Free from Self-Pity

  1. Surrender It to God
    Self-pity must be surrendered to God for healing to begin. As Psalm 147:3 promises, “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Pray earnestly, asking Jesus to heal your wounded heart.

  2. Focus on God’s Promises
    One effective way to break the habit of self-pity is to meditate on God’s Word and promises. Choose scriptures that speak of hope, healing, and restoration. For example, Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us, “For I know the plans I have for you… plans to give you a future and a hope.”

  3. Practice Gratitude and Praise
    Develop a heart of gratitude. Begin by thanking God for small blessings. Praise shifts your focus from self to God and breaks the grip of self-pity. Psalm 34:1 says, “I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.”

  4. Forgive Those Who Hurt You
    Unforgiveness is often the root that sustains self-pity. Holding on to bitterness gives the enemy legal rights to torment your spirit. Jesus commands forgiveness in Matthew 6:14-15. Forgiving others unlocks the chains and releases God’s healing power.

  5. Seek Deliverance Prayer
    Self-pity can become a spiritual stronghold requiring deliverance. Jesus came to set the captives free (Luke 4:18). Deliverance prayers can break curses, remove demonic spirits, and restore your soul’s health. Don’t hesitate to seek help from a trusted deliverance ministry.

Signs You May Be Under the Spirit of Self-Pity

  • Constant feelings of being a victim

  • Replaying painful memories without release

  • Resentment and bitterness toward others

  • Despair and depression

  • Physical sickness linked to emotional stress

  • Addictive or compulsive behaviors

The Danger of Allowing Self-Pity to Rule Your Life

When self-pity dominates, it imprisons your heart and mind. It stops you from pursuing God’s purpose and can lead to spiritual death if left unchecked (Ephesians 4:27 warns, “do not give the devil a foothold”).

It also opens the door for generational curses related to bitterness and unforgiveness, which can be passed down from ancestors. The Bible states in Exodus 20:5 that God visits “the iniquity of the fathers on the children.”

The Healing Power of Jesus

The good news is Jesus specializes in healing broken hearts. Isaiah 61:1 declares, “He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives.” Jesus’ death and resurrection provide victory over every spirit that seeks to bind you—including self-pity.

You are not alone. Through prayer, God’s Word, forgiveness, praise, and deliverance, you can overcome self-pity and live a life full of hope and freedom.


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🧠 Demolishing Strongholds: Breaking Mental Bondage Through God’s Word

🧠 Demolishing Strongholds: Breaking Mental Bondage Through God’s Word

Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God...” – 2 Corinthians 10:5

What Are Strongholds?

Strongholds are mental and emotional fortresses built over time through life experiences—often rooted in trauma, fear, lies, or false identity. These strongholds can be demonic in origin, deeply embedded in our thoughts, and designed to resist the truth of God's Word. According to 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, believers have divine power through Christ to tear down these destructive patterns.

They begin subtly—through what we see, hear, feel, taste, or smell. Traumatic experiences—like abuse, rejection, or abandonment—lay the foundation for lies such as “I am worthless,” “God doesn’t love me,” or “I will always be broken.” These lies become emotional strongholds, often protected by spirits of fear, shame, guilt, or self-hatred.

A Real-Life Example of a Mental Stronghold

A young girl molested by someone she trusted—perhaps a father or brother—may begin to believe, “I am dirty, unworthy, or shameful.” These thoughts don't just exist in the mind; they embed themselves into the personality and even affect physical health through the mind-body connection.

When the truth of God’s Word attempts to penetrate these lies, the stronghold reacts. It resists, often reinforced by demonic spirits whispering more lies. The goal? To keep the person from freedom and healing.

The Root System of Strongholds

Imagine a stronghold as a corrupted root in the brain. It feeds twisted thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that oppose God’s truth. The ruling center of this stronghold is demonic, and it uses deception, fear, and false identity to maintain control. The spirit of fear is the master weapon—fear of rejection, failure, abandonment, poverty, or even fear of God’s judgment.

God commands us 365 times to “Fear Not.” Why? Because perfect love casts out fear (1 John 4:18). Love begins the battle for freedom. It tears down walls of self-deception and empowers the truth of Christ to reign.

Demolishing the Stronghold

Freedom doesn’t come just by casting out demons. Deliverance requires recognizing the lie, taking responsibility, repenting for believing it, and renouncing it. Only then can the stronghold be dismantled. However, if you don’t fill that area of your life with truth, the enemy will return with greater force (Luke 11:24-26).

Steps to Freedom:

  1. Identify the lie you’ve been believing.

  2. Repent and renounce the false belief.

  3. Speak the truth from God’s Word to replace the lie.

  4. Invite the Holy Spirit to renew your mind.

  5. Surround yourself with a body of believers for prayer and support.

  6. Memorize scripture and listen to praise music to cultivate gratitude.

  7. Seek deliverance ministry if necessary to help evict demonic residents.

Defending Against the Counterattack

Even after deliverance, strongholds often try to regain access. Don’t let your guard down! Demons desire to return to the place they once inhabited. But this time, they’ll bring reinforcements (Matthew 12:43-45).

The key to maintaining victory is truth saturation:

  • Read and meditate on Scripture daily.

  • Guard your mind from toxic input.

  • Keep a list of powerful verses for spiritual warfare.

  • Worship with thanksgiving—praise shifts the atmosphere.

  • Stay connected to a faith-filled community who uplifts you.

Walking in Victory

You’ll know a stronghold is broken when your thoughts begin to shift—when truth becomes more natural than lies. Your emotions begin to align with the Word. That’s the power of a renewed mind. Your body may even begin to heal because it’s no longer ruled by spiritual oppression or trauma-driven reactions.

Victory is not just possible—it’s promised through Christ.

“You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” —John 8:32

With love and truth,
Teresa Morin
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How to Repent and Renounce Sins That Give Demons Legal Right


How to Repent and Renounce Sins That Give Demons Legal Right


How to Repent and Renounce Sins That Give Demons Legal Right

How to Repent and Renounce Sin for Deliverance and Freedom

The Bible tells us that confession of sin is necessary for salvation—but for full deliverance and freedom, true repentance and renunciation must follow.

What Does “Renounce” Mean?

To renounce is to publicly disown, reject, and forsake something evil or unclean. It's more than feeling sorry—it's cutting ties with sin, Satan, and anything that once ruled over you.

“As we have received mercy, we faint not; but have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty...”
—2 Corinthians 4:1-2


✝️ Two Biblical Reasons to Renounce Sin

✅ Reason #1: To Provide Evidence of a Transformed Life

When believers publicly renounced occult practices and burned witchcraft books, it proved God’s power and caused revival to spread.

“Many of them also which used curious arts brought their books together and burned them... So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed.”
—Acts 19:18–20

Your public renunciation becomes a testimony and a weapon in the spiritual realm.


✅ Reason #2: To Stay Free from Demonic Bondage

“He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.”
—Proverbs 28:13

“As the bird by wandering... so the curse causeless shall not come.”
—Proverbs 26:2

Sin opens legal doors to demons. Demons accuse, torment, and oppress where repentance is lacking. But when we renounce and forsake, the curse is broken, and legal rights are revoked.


🚨 What Happens If We Don't Renounce?

Unrepented sin invites demonic attachment. Jesus may have forgiven you, but if you’re still entangled, demons still have a foothold. Many Christians suffer mental torment, anxiety, poverty, lust, addiction, and unexplained illnesses—because the door remains open.

“Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh... the works of the flesh... they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.”
—Galatians 5:16–21


🧱 The Works of the Flesh Must Be Renounced

“Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; adultery, fornication... idolatry, witchcraft... murders, drunkenness... and such like...”
—Galatians 5:19–21

These aren’t minor issues—they give demons legal ground. If we continually practice them without true repentance, we forfeit spiritual inheritance.


🧎‍♂️ What Needs to Be Renounced?

1. Personal Sins

These are sins you committed that grieved God. Even after salvation, if not renounced, demons may remain.

Renunciation prayer example:

_“I humble myself before the Lord. I confess and renounce the sin(s) of ______. I break all legal rights of the enemy and expel every associated demon in Jesus' name.”


2. Ancestral Sins (Generational Curses)

Even if you didn’t commit the sins of your forefathers, demonic spirits still travel through bloodlines unless severed.

Renunciation prayer:

_“I renounce all ancestral and generational sins in my bloodline, especially ______. I break every curse and command every demon to leave me in Jesus’ name.”


3. Sins Done Against You

Abuse, molestation, witchcraft, and manipulation by others can leave spiritual residue and trauma that must be healed and renounced.

Renunciation prayer:

_“I renounce the sins done to me, including ______. I break the soul ties, curses, and demonic entrance these actions caused. I forgive and release them in Jesus’ name.”


❗️ You Must Forgive and Renounce Together

If you’ve been hurt, abused, abandoned, or molested, you must forgive the abuser. Unforgiveness keeps demonic doors open.

“If ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.”
—Matthew 6:15


4. False Religions and Occult Involvement

“What fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? …Come out from among them and be ye separate.”
—2 Corinthians 6:14-17

Even if you "just dabbled," it gave legal ground to demonic spirits.

Renunciation prayer:

_“I renounce every involvement in false religion and occult practices including _____. I break all covenants, curses, and demonic rights in Jesus’ name.”

Occult Religions Include:

Wicca, Witchcraft, Freemasonry, Mormonism, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Islam, Buddhism, New Age, Santeria, Taoism, Hinduism, Kabala, Satanism, Christian Science, Atheism, Agnosticism, and all systems that deny Jesus Christ as Lord.


5. Objects Offensive to God

Even physical items can carry demonic attachments. Ask God to show you what needs to go.

Examples of cursed objects:

  • Occult books (Witchcraft, Wicca, Satanic Bible)

  • Pagan statues, idols, crystals

  • Harry Potter books, Magic cards, Pokémon items

  • Pornography

  • Yoga paraphernalia

  • Dreamcatchers, spirit masks

  • Drugs, sex toys, horror movies

Prayer:

“Lord, reveal to me every item in my possession that is offensive to You. I renounce and destroy every cursed object in Jesus’ name.”


📜 Sample List of Sins to Renounce

🩸 Bitterness & Rejection:

Unforgiveness, rage, hatred, violence, suicide, self-hatred, rejection

🗣️ Accusation & Gossip:

False accusation, backbiting, slander, judging

👁️‍🗨️ Perversion & Sexual Sin:

Fornication, masturbation, pornography, sodomy, incest, molestation, homosexuality, bestiality, adultery

🕯️ Occult & Witchcraft:

Rebellion, sorcery, idolatry, control, necromancy, spirit guides, horoscopes

😨 Fear:

Doubt, anxiety, unbelief, torment


💣 Break Free Through Bold Renunciation

Every sin, curse, or occult practice must be confessed, renounced, and cut off. This is how you reclaim your soul and body from demonic bondage.

“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
—James 4:7


🕊️ Prayer of Repentance & Renunciation

Repeat this prayer out loud and mean it from the heart:

“Heavenly Father, I repent for all my sins, known and unknown. I renounce every sin, iniquity, and rebellion in my life and bloodline. I sever ties with every false god, demonic spirit, soul tie, cursed object, and evil covenant. In the name of Jesus, I command every evil spirit that entered through these sins to leave me now. I am bought by the blood of Jesus and belong to Him alone. Amen!”


Written by:

Traci Morin, Healing and Deliverance Minister
President, Touch of God International Ministries
🕊️ Ordained Minister | Public Speaker | Who’s Who of America Recipient
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Kundalini Warning

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KUNDALINI  WARNING by Andrew Strom

The Kundalini Invasion


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Kundalini Warning Syndrome:

kundalini spirit in the church

Common manifestations of the risen Kundalini in occult practices - Kundalini Warning

  • Muscle twitches, cramps or spasms.
  • Energy rushes or immense electricity circulating the body
  • Itching, vibrating, prickling, tingling, stinging or crawling sensations
  • Intense heat or cold
  • Involuntary bodily movements, jerking, tremors, shaking; feeling an inner force pushing one into postures or moving one's body in unusual ways.
  • Alterations in eating and sleeping patterns
  • Episodes of extreme hyperactivity or, conversely, overwhelming fatigue
  • Intensified or diminished sexual desires
  • Headaches, pressures within the skull
  • Racing heartbeat, pains in the chest
  • Digestive system problems
  • Numbness or pain in the limbs (particularly the left foot and leg)
  • Pains and blockages anywhere; often in the back and neck
  • Emotional outbursts; rapid mood shifts; seemingly unprovoked or excessive episodes of grief, fear, rage, depression
  • Spontaneous vocalizations (including laughing and weeping)
    -- are as unintentional and uncontrollable as
    hiccups
  • Hearing an inner sound or sounds, classically described as a flute, drum, waterfall, birds singing, bees buzzing but which may also sound like roaring, whooshing, or thunderous noises or like ringing in the ears.
  • Mental confusion; difficulty concentrating
  • Altered states of consciousness: heightened awareness; spontaneous trance states; mystical experiences (if the individual's prior belief system is too threatened by these, they can lead to bouts of psychosis or self-grandiosity)
  • Heat, strange activity, and/or blissful sensations in the head, particularly in the crown area.


    "These are the effects that I have witnessed on people who have attended this movement and either have had hands laid on them or claim to have been imparted with "the spirit":
  • They come back with this kind of childlike drunken stupor.
  • Descriptions of a burning sensation either in their veins, heads or stomachs.
  • Descriptions of being washed back and forth like the waves in the ocean;
  • Dancing about like drunk...
  • Inappropriate yelling and screaming like they're at a football game;
  • Young men whistling over and over and holding their heads and claiming that they "feel the Holy Spirit about to split them in two";
  • One young man's back two teeth turned completely too some metalic finish
  • People with their eyes rolled in the back of their heads and weaving around like they're lost.
  • Women just gyrating and pulsating like they're being ravaged from behind from some unseen force.
  • Drunken uncontrollable laughter in the middle of a solemn prayer time.
  • People being "slain in the spirit"... BUT NOT just falling down - being unable to move (like something's holding them down)..."
Long-time effects of Kundalini symptoms:
  • Not able to concentrate or focus
  • Electromagnatic field sensitivity (EI)
  • Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS)
  • Not able to read the word
  • Not able to stay awake in church
  • Tormenting thoughts
  • Tormenting dreams
  • Sometimes a band around the head
  • Throat problems
  • Perception messed up
  • Feeling sex with demons
  • Fits of rage
  • Demonic possession
  • demonic oppression
  • and much more.
Visit Andrew  Strom's website.

by: Traci Morin, Touch of God International Ministries, a Christian Healing and Deliverance Ministry
Ordained Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ
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