Dethroning Witchcraft Manipulation In Marriage

DETHRONING WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IN MARRIAGE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Galatians 3:1

Key Verse:

“O foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth…?” — Galatians 3:1 (KJV)

Supporting Texts: Genesis 3:1-6, 1 Samuel 15:23, Ephesians 5:22–33, Matthew 19:6

INTRODUCTION:

Marriage is a divine institution designed by God to reflect His love, unity, and purpose between Christ and the Church. It is meant to be a covenant of companionship, joy, and spiritual growth. However, the devil fights marriages because they represent God’s image and authority on earth. When Satan cannot destroy a believer directly, he often attacks through manipulation and control within the home.

Witchcraft manipulation in marriage manifests as control, emotional domination, constant conflict, lack of peace, and the inability of the couple to progress together spiritually or materially. This is not ordinary; it is often a result of spiritual interference from the spirit of witchcraft.

But glory be to God! Through prayer, discernment, and obedience to God’s Word, every power manipulating your marriage can be dethroned. God’s design is for your marriage to thrive in love, unity, and peace — and not under the oppression of manipulation or control.

1. UNDERSTANDING WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IN MARRIAGE

Witchcraft is not just about spells or incantations; it is the exertion of ungodly control or influence over another person’s will to achieve selfish desires.

a) The spirit of control (1 Samuel 15:23):

Witchcraft operates through domination and manipulation; when one spouse tries to rule over the other through fear, guilt, or emotional pressure, it opens the door for demonic influence.

b) The spirit of rebellion (1 Samuel 15:23):

Rebellion against divine order in marriage, whether from husband or wife, invites spiritual manipulation and conflict.

c) The spirit of deception (Genesis 3:1-6):

Witchcraft uses lies and deceit to sow distrust and misunderstanding, just as the serpent deceived Eve and disrupted divine harmony.

d) The spirit of confusion (James 3:16):

When constant arguments, mistrust, and suspicion dominate a home, witchcraft manipulation may be at work to destroy unity.

Biblical Example:

Ahab and Jezebel’s marriage was under the influence of witchcraft; Jezebel manipulated Ahab’s emotions and decisions, leading him into sin and destruction (1 Kings 21:5–25).

2. SIGNS THAT WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IS OPERATING IN A MARRIAGE

There are spiritual symptoms that show when manipulation has entered a marital relationship.

a) Constant strife and emotional coldness (Proverbs 21:9):

When peace disappears and bitterness reigns, the enemy may be sowing seeds of manipulation.

b) Financial frustration and strange delays (Haggai 1:6):

Witchcraft manipulation often causes strange financial hardship and stagnation to frustrate the couple’s unity.

c) Inability to pray together (Matthew 18:19):

When husband and wife cannot agree in prayer, it is a major sign of spiritual interference.

d) Unfaithfulness or spiritual blindness (2 Corinthians 4:4):

Manipulation blinds partners from seeing truth, causing betrayal and ungodly connections.

Biblical Example:

Samson’s marriage to Delilah is a classic case of witchcraft manipulation, his affection was twisted and used to destroy his destiny (Judges 16:4-21).

3. DETHRONING WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IN MARRIAGE

Deliverance begins when both partners submit to God’s authority and allow His Word to rule over their hearts.

a) Expose and reject manipulation (Ephesians 5:11):

Bring every hidden agenda to light through the Word and prayer. Witchcraft thrives in secrecy.

b) Submit to divine order (Ephesians 5:22-25):

The husband must love his wife as Christ loves the Church, and the wife must submit in godly respect. Obedience to divine structure destroys manipulation.

c) Engage in prayer and fasting (Matthew 17:21):

Witchcraft cannot stand against persistent prayer and fasting; such strongholds must be dismantled spiritually.

d) Renew your mind with God’s Word (Romans 12:2):

When your mind is renewed, you can discern and resist manipulation effectively.

Biblical Example:

In Genesis 31, Jacob confronted Laban’s manipulations through divine revelation and instruction from God, and he was set free from years of control and oppression.

4. BUILDING A MARRIAGE THAT IS FREE FROM MANIPULATION

Victory over manipulation must be sustained through the presence of God, consistent prayer, and the bond of love.

a) Build your marriage on truth and transparency (Ephesians 4:25):

Honesty destroys the power of deception.

b) Maintain a strong prayer altar (Matthew 18:19-20):

Couples that pray together become spiritually united and unshakable.

c) Walk in love and forgiveness (Colossians 3:13-14):

Love disarms every manipulative power; forgiveness releases healing and restoration.

d) Depend on the Holy Spirit daily (John 16:13):

The Spirit gives wisdom, discernment, and unity in marriage.

Biblical Example:

Aquila and Priscilla built their marriage on Christ and became powerful vessels in God’s hands (Acts 18:2-3, 24-26). Their unity became a fortress against manipulation.

CONCLUSION:

Every marriage is a battlefield; but it is also a covenant field. When manipulation, control, and confusion take root, they must be dethroned by the authority of Christ. Witchcraft cannot survive where truth, love, and divine authority reign.