DETHRONING WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IN THE FAMILY
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Micah 7:6
Key Verse:
“For the son dishonoureth the father, the daughter riseth up against her mother, the daughter in law against her mother in law; a man’s enemies are the men of his own house.” — Micah 7:6 (KJV)
Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:36, Galatians 3:1, 1 Samuel 15:23, Acts 8:9-11, Psalm 68:6
INTRODUCTION:
The family is the first institution established by God, designed as a place of love, unity, and divine purpose. However, the enemy has always targeted the family because it represents God’s order and covenant on earth. Witchcraft manipulation seeks to invade families, controlling emotions, decisions, and relationships to bring division, confusion, and destruction.
In many homes today, strange manipulations operate subtly: husbands and wives turn against each other, children rebel against parents, and siblings harbour hatred and envy. These are not mere coincidences; they are often spiritual manipulations rooted in witchcraft operations.
But glory be to God! Every manipulation can be dethroned through the power of prayer, discernment, and the authority of Jesus Christ. When the Spirit of God reigns in a family, peace, unity, and divine progress are restored.
1. UNDERSTANDING WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IN THE FAMILY
Witchcraft manipulation is not limited to charms or spells; it includes spiritual control, emotional domination, and manipulation of the will within the family unit.
a) The spirit of control (1 Samuel 15:23):
Witchcraft thrives wherever one person seeks to dominate others instead of submitting to God’s order. It manipulates minds and emotions to achieve selfish purposes.
b) The spirit of rebellion (1 Samuel 15:23):
Rebellion against divine authority and family leadership is a manifestation of witchcraft. It opens the door for strife and disunity.
c) The spirit of confusion (James 3:16):
Witchcraft manipulates through confusion, miscommunication, and false accusations, breaking the bond of unity.
d) The spirit of deception (Genesis 27:5-10):
Jacob was manipulated by his mother Rebekah into deceiving his father Isaac; an example of witchcraft-like manipulation in family decisions.
Biblical Example:
Delilah manipulated Samson emotionally until he lost his divine strength and purpose (Judges 16:4-21).
2. SIGNS THAT WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IS AT WORK IN A FAMILY
When witchcraft influence invades a family, it manifests through disorder, emotional instability, and spiritual stagnation.
a) Constant misunderstanding and strife (James 4:1):
Continuous quarrels and disunity are indicators of a spiritual battle within the home.
b) Emotional control and manipulation (Genesis 37:3-4):
Parental favouritism or emotional manipulation among siblings breeds hatred and jealousy.
c) Unexplained hatred and division (Micah 7:6):
When family members turn against one another without clear reason, manipulation is often behind it.
d) Hindrance to progress and destiny (Daniel 10:13):
Witchcraft manipulation delays breakthroughs and frustrates divine purpose in families.
Biblical Example:
In Joseph’s family, jealousy and manipulation caused his brothers to sell him into slavery, though God later turned it for good (Genesis 37:18-28).
3. HOW TO DETHRONE WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IN THE FAMILY
Deliverance begins with discernment and spiritual warfare. The power of witchcraft can only be broken when families submit to God’s authority and walk in His Word.
a) Expose and confront it with truth (Ephesians 5:11):
Light exposes darkness. Families must confront manipulative behaviour through the Word of God.
b) Engage in prayer and fasting (Matthew 17:21):
Some strongholds require deep spiritual warfare. Prayer dismantles every hidden altar of witchcraft.
c) Walk in forgiveness and love (Colossians 3:13-14):
Witchcraft loses its grip where genuine love and forgiveness prevail.
d) Submit to divine authority (James 4:7):
Rebellion empowers manipulation, but submission to God dethrones it permanently.
Biblical Example:
In 2 Kings 9:30-37, Jezebel’s manipulative power over Israel and Ahab’s household was destroyed when Jehu executed divine judgment, restoring God’s order.
4. MAINTAINING VICTORY OVER WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION
Victory over witchcraft must be sustained by consistent spiritual discipline, holiness, and unity.
a) Stay filled with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18):
A Spirit-filled family becomes untouchable to the enemy.
b) Build a family altar of prayer (Genesis 18:19):
Abraham’s family was preserved because he taught them to walk in God’s ways.
c) Keep unity and love alive (Psalm 133:1-3):
The anointing flows in an atmosphere of unity and peace.
d) Declare the Word of God continually (Isaiah 55:11):
Families that confess God’s promises daily will always live in victory.
Biblical Example:
Joshua’s declaration, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord,” (Joshua 24:15) established divine authority and ended every manipulation in his household.
CONCLUSION:
Witchcraft manipulation in the family is a satanic agenda to destroy the structure that God Himself established. But no power of darkness can prevail where Christ reigns. Every manipulation: whether through conflict, fear, or emotional control, must be dethroned through prayer, truth, and submission to God’s authority.
A praying family is a powerful family. When Christ is enthroned in the home, witchcraft loses its influence, and peace, progress, and divine order are restored. Let every home enthrone Jesus and dethrone manipulation permanently.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, thank You for exposing every form of witchcraft manipulation in my family.
2. Father, let Your light scatter every hidden work of darkness in my household.
3. Every spirit of control and manipulation, lose your grip over my family in Jesus’ name.
4. Lord, restore peace, unity, and divine order in my home.
5. Every altar of witchcraft raised against my family, catch fire now.
6. Let the blood of Jesus cleanse and sanctify every relationship in my family.
7. Father, give us discernment to recognise and resist manipulation.
8. Every curse of family division and misunderstanding, break in Jesus’ name.
9. Lord, establish Your throne and presence in my household.
10. Holy Spirit, reign in my family and make us instruments of Your peace.
