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Rededicating Your Home To God. Series
Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 8, 2024 (message contributor)
Summary: Today, we gather to reclaim and rededicate our homes to God. Perhaps your home was once a place of evil, idolatry, or sinful practices.
Today, we gather to reclaim and rededicate our homes to God. Perhaps your home was once a place of evil, idolatry, or sinful practices. But I declare to you, that God can transform and redeem any space for His glory!
Have you ever wondered if the home you live in or the property you own was previously dedicated to evil purposes? Perhaps the previous owners or builders had ties to dark forces, or even worse, dedicated the foundation of the house to satanic forces. If so, it's essential to redirect that dedication to the one true God, our Lord Jesus Christ.
SCRIPTURE:
"My house will be called a house of prayer for all nations" (Isaiah 56:7)
The Power of Dedication
Dedication is a powerful act that can shape the spiritual atmosphere of a place. When a home or property is dedicated to evil, it can attract malevolent forces, leading to various forms of suffering, losses, and even spiritual bondage. However, by redirecting that dedication to God, you can transform the spiritual landscape of your home and property.
A Step-by-Step Guide
To redirect the dedication of your home and property to God, follow these steps:
1. Renounce and Rebuke: Renounce any evil dedications or influences, and rebuke the forces of darkness that may be present.
2. Cover with the Blood of Jesus: Symbolically cover your home and property with the blood of Jesus, declaring His protection and redemption.
3. Hedge of Thorns: Pray for a hedge of thorns to surround your property, preventing any evil forces from entering.
4. Surrender to Jesus: Surrender your home, property, and life to Jesus, acknowledging Him as your Lord and Savior.
God's Blessings and Protection
By redirecting the dedication of your home and property to God, you can expect:
- Abundant blessings and favor
- God's protection from evil forces
- Restoration of losses and sufferings
- A transformed spiritual atmosphere, conducive to peace, joy, and worship
Prayer of Rededication:
" Heavenly Father, I come before You today to rededicate my home to You. I renounce any evil, idolatry, or sinful practices that have taken place within these walls. I claim this space for Your glory, Lord. Make my home a house of prayer, a sanctuary for Your presence, and a refuge for Your people. In Jesus' name, Amen."
Declaration:
"I declare my home is now a holy sanctuary, dedicated to God's glory and purposes. I claim God's presence, protection, and peace to fill every room, every corner, and every heart within these walls."
Actions:
- Remove any idols, symbols, or objects associated with evil practices
- Cleanse and consecrate your home with prayer and anointing oil
- Establish a prayer altar or dedicated space for worship
- Invite God's presence and glory to fill your home
Remember:
Don't let the past dedications of your home or property dictate your present and future. Take control, and redirect that dedication to the one true God. By doing so, you'll experience the transformative power of God's blessings, protection, and redemption.
Your home can become a ray of hope, a place of refuge, and a sanctuary for God's presence. Rededicate your home to Him today and watch His transformation and redemption unfold!
Here are some supporting Bible verses for redirecting a home's dedication to God:
Renounce and Rebuke
- "Renounce all sinful practices" (2 Timothy 2:19)
- "Rebuke the devil and he will flee" (James 4:7)
Cover with the Blood of Jesus
- "The blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin" (1 John 1:7)
- "The blood of Jesus protects us from evil" (Exodus 12:13, Revelation 12:11)
Hedge of Thorns
- "God will surround you with a hedge of protection" (Job 1:10, Psalm 91:4)
Surrender to Jesus
- "Surrender your life to God" (Romans 12:1-2)
- "Jesus is the Lord of your life" (Romans 10:9-10)
God's Blessings and Protection
- "God will bless and protect you" (Psalm 91:1-2, 4-7)
- "God will restore what was lost" (Job 42:10, Joel 2:25-26)
- "God will transform your home" (Malachi 3:10, Psalm 107:30)
Remember to pray and declare these verses over your home and property as you redirect its dedication to God. May God bless and inhabit your home with His glory!