Understanding how to Prevail in Prayers for deliverance
Deliverance is not just a church activity; it is a necessity for believers who want to experience divine breakthroughs.
Why do I need deliverance?
1. For things to work this year:
Luke 4:18 – " The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed…”
Jesus came to set the oppressed free — and if we are in any kind of captivity, we must be delivered to walk in divine purpose.
Joseph had to be delivered from the prison to bring delivereance to Egypt. While he was in prison he could not do that.
2. Without deliverance, things may not work
Many believers fast, pray, and even work hard — yet without spiritual freedom, their efforts remain hindered.
Things That May Not Work Without Deliverance (Isaiah 42:18–24):
Spiritual Growth and Understanding
1. A person in bondage struggles to pray, study the Word, or grow spiritually.
Isaiah 42:20 – “You have seen many things, but have paid no attention…”
2. Destiny and Purpose
When spiritually bound, one may live far below their God-ordained potential. Luke 4:18 – “To set at liberty those who are oppressed...” – Jesus came to free people so they can fulfill purpose.
3. Marriage and Family
Generational curses, spiritual spouses, or patterns of brokenness can hinder marital peace or delay godly relationships.
4. Finances and Work
Financial stagnation, constant losses, devourers (Malachi 3:11), or spiritual embargoes may frustrate efforts.
5. Health
Some sicknesses have spiritual roots and may persist without deliverance (Luke 13:11–13 — the woman bound by a spirit of infirmity).
6. Mental and Emotional Stability
Fear, anxiety, depression, or tormenting thoughts can be signs of spiritual bondage (2 Timothy 1:7).
7. Favor and Relationships
A person may suffer rejection or constant opposition due to unseen spiritual forces working against them.
8. Ministry and Service
Anointed but limited. Without deliverance, one may struggle to break through in ministry effectiveness or influence.
9. Progress and Breakthroughs
Patterns of near-success syndrome, delay, and unexplainable failure can be spiritual — needing deliverance.
Why do I need deliverance
3.I need deliverance to change position and placement this year. Lk 4:18
4. The path of the just is as a shining light and it takes person deliverance to change the levels. Prov 4:18
5. I need deliverance to walk freely in this year. John 8:36
What are the things that puts believers in bondage:
Ignorance is NO. 1 thing that puts us in bondage. The most thing in this life is not to know everything but like Rev. Emmanuel will say the important thing that you have to know if you don’t know. It is a pity
1. When the believer lacks knowledge or have no knowledge of his kingdom inheritance or demands
What Keeps Believers in Bondage?
Example hen walks everywhere caught in womens hair or some threads ..little that thread sometimes chop of their feets.
Disobedience to God’s Ways
Isaiah 42:18–24 –
“Who gave Jacob for a spoil... Was it not the Lord, He against whom we have sinned?...”
Bondage often comes as a result of straying from God’s path.When we break divine principles, we open doors for oppression.
How to Prevail in Prayer for Deliverance
1. Confess Your Sins
Proverbs 28:13 – “He who conceals his sins will not prosper…”
Isaiah 59:1–2 – “Your iniquities have separated you from your God…”
1 John 1:8–10 – “If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves…”
A sincere heart of repentance attracts God's mercy
2.Forsake Your Sins
Proverbs 28:13b – “…but whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy.”
It’s not enough to confess; we must turn away from the sin.
3.Engage the Blood, the Word, and the Spirit
• 1 John 5:7–8 –
“There are three that bear witness... the Spirit, the water (Word), and the blood…”
The Blood cleanses, the Word renews, and the Spirit empowers.
• Plead the Blood of Jesus to break legal rights of the enemy.
• Declare the Word of God over your life and mind.
• Invite the Holy Spirit to empower and guide you.
4. We must engage the Spirit in prayer to access revelation in the word –1 cor 2:9-11
• We must pray for the grace to walk in the revelation found in the word. James 1:22-25
5. We must engage the cry of the Spirit and walk soberly
Scripture:
1 Peter 5:8–9 – “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith…”
Explanation:
The cry of the Spirit refers to deep, Spirit-led prayers—often groanings, travail, or tongues—birthed by the Holy Spirit within us.
These prayers go beyond human reasoning; they touch the heart of God and align with His perfect will.
When we pray this way, God is committed to respond, because it is the Spirit interceding through us.