Invisible Barriers to Healing | Derek Prince
Invisible Barriers to Healing
Understanding the Role of the Holy Spirit
- The Holy Spirit is referred to as a person, not an "it," emphasizing His personal nature and desire for relationship with believers.
- He is described as the "Spirit of truth" who guides believers into all truth and reveals what He hears from Jesus.
- The Holy Spirit acts as a steward of all that belongs to the Father and the Son, indicating His vital role in spiritual matters.
- Acknowledging the importance of forming a relationship with the Holy Spirit can lead to greater spiritual wealth and understanding.
Addressing Healing Challenges
- Despite witnessing many healings, some faithful individuals may still struggle with receiving healing due to various barriers. This reality must be acknowledged honestly.
- Deuteronomy 29:29 highlights that while some things remain secret to God, revealed truths belong to us for action; ministers should focus on these truths rather than God's secrets.
Identifying Barriers to Healing
Common Barriers
- Ignorance
- Many Christians lack knowledge of God's word and will, which can hinder their healing process (Isaiah 5:13). Ignorance leads people into captivity spiritually.
- Unbelief
- Unbelief is labeled as sin in scripture (Hebrews 3:12-13), requiring confession and replacement with faith for healing opportunities. Believers are encouraged to proclaim their faith collectively after seeking forgiveness for unbelief.
- Unconfessed Sin
- Proverbs 28:13 states that covering sins prevents prosperity; confessing them brings mercy and healing (Proverbs 28:13). Individuals are urged to acknowledge hidden sins before God for cleansing and forgiveness.
Forgiveness as a Barrier
Attitude Towards Others
- Unforgiveness towards others creates barriers in prayer (Mark 11:25). Jesus instructs believers to forgive before praying for clear communication with God, emphasizing that forgiveness is a decision rather than an emotion.
- Holding onto grievances against others can prevent blessings from God; thus, it’s essential to release those debts symbolically through forgiveness prayers during ministry sessions.
Occult Involvement
Recognizing Spiritual Dangers
- Involvement in occult practices such as fortune-telling or horoscopes serves as significant barriers preventing healing due to spiritual contamination from these activities (Exodus 23:24).
- Personal testimonies illustrate how past occult involvement has led individuals away from receiving healing until they renounce those ties completely during prayer sessions.
Conclusion on Healing Barriers
Final Steps Toward Healing
- Participants are guided through prayers renouncing ignorance, unbelief, unconfessed sin, unforgiveness towards others, and any occult involvement.
- Each barrier addressed requires individual acknowledgment followed by collective prayer aimed at removing these obstacles before ministering healing effectively.
Freemasonry and Its Consequences
The Curse of Freemasonry
- Freemasonry is described as a prevalent secret society in the English-speaking world, which can lead to curses affecting not only individuals but also their families and descendants.
- The speaker shares personal experiences with the negative impacts of Freemasonry, labeling it a false religious system that combines worship of God with pagan deities like Baal and Osiris.
- A specific example is given where the royal arch degree acknowledges a god named Jabulon, indicating a blend of different religious figures that is deemed abominable.
Personal Testimony
- An anecdote from Australia illustrates the curse's impact: a young woman’s newborn baby was unable to take nourishment due to familial ties to Freemasonry. After prayer, both mother and child experienced deliverance from this curse.
- The healing service resulted in the baby taking nourishment after the curse was broken, demonstrating the tangible effects of spiritual issues on physical health.
Renouncing Curses
Prayer for Deliverance
- The speaker invites those involved in Freemasonry or similar organizations to renounce these affiliations through collective prayer, emphasizing confidentiality and personal connection with God.
- A structured prayer is provided for attendees to seek release from any curses associated with such groups, highlighting Jesus' role in breaking these bonds.
Identifying Curses
- Common indicators of curses are outlined: mental breakdowns, chronic sicknesses, miscarriages, family alienation, financial struggles, accident proneness, and unnatural deaths are all signs that may suggest a curse over an individual or family lineage.
- The speaker reassures listeners that Jesus’ sacrifice allows for redemption from these curses if one renounces their causes effectively.
Healing Ministry
Spiritual Warfare Against Evil Spirits
- Healing often involves addressing evil spirits associated with sickness; examples include spirits causing infirmity or pain that need to be expelled for true healing to occur.
- Biblical references are made (Luke 4:40–41) illustrating how Jesus healed many while casting out demons simultaneously—indicating a link between spiritual oppression and physical ailments.
Positive Affirmations
- To combat negative thoughts inviting death spirits into lives, participants are encouraged to declare affirmations about life and purpose based on Psalm 118:17—promoting positive faith declarations among attendees.
Practical Steps for Healing
Laying on Hands
- The ministry will involve laying hands on those seeking healing as instructed by Mark 16:17; recovery may be instantaneous or progressive depending on God's will for each individual case.
- Attendees are reminded not to focus on human ministers but rather look towards Jesus as their healer during this process; cooperation with ushers is emphasized for maintaining order during ministry sessions.
Atmosphere of Worship
- Creating an atmosphere conducive to healing through worship is highlighted as essential; participants should engage actively rather than being passive spectators during the service proceedings.