BREAKING DEMONIC AND SPIRITUAL BARRIERS
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Colossians 2:15
Key Verse: “Having disarmed principalities and powers, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross.” (Colossians 2:15)
Supporting Texts: Ephesians 6:12; 1 John 4:4; Isaiah 54:17; James 4:7
INTRODUCTION:
Spiritual and demonic barriers can hinder progress, steal breakthroughs, and delay destiny. Many believers struggle with repeated cycles of setbacks, oppression, and stagnation, unaware that Christ has already provided victory over every principality and power. Understanding how to access this victory is crucial to breaking free and walking in the fullness of God’s purpose.
The enemy often attacks through fear, limitation, oppression, and spiritual interference to keep you from fulfilling your God-given assignment. These barriers can appear overwhelming, but the Word assures us that they have already been defeated by the cross of Jesus Christ.
This message will reveal the keys to identifying, confronting, and breaking every demonic and spiritual barrier in your life. As you apply these principles, you will see supernatural breakthroughs, divine acceleration, and unexplainable victories manifest in every area of your life.
1. RECOGNIZING SPIRITUAL BARRIERS
Understanding the nature of spiritual barriers is the first step toward overcoming them. Many believers fail because they do not see the invisible forces working against them.
a) Spiritual opposition exists in every realm of life (Ephesians 6:12) – Recognize that your struggles are not merely physical or natural; they often have spiritual roots.
b) Demonic forces aim to limit your destiny (Isaiah 54:17) – They attack your finances, health, family, and purpose to slow your advancement.
c) Every barrier has a source (James 4:7) – Identifying whether an obstacle is demonic, generational, or natural allows you to strategically confront it.
d) Victory begins with awareness (1 John 4:4) – Knowing that the Spirit of God within you is greater than any external force is the foundation for breakthrough.
Biblical Example: Paul recognized spiritual opposition in his ministry and declared the victory of Christ over principalities, ensuring the Gospel advanced unhindered (Acts 16:16-18).
2. EQUIPPING YOURSELF TO BREAK BARRIERS
Victory over spiritual forces requires preparation and activation of God-given authority. Spiritual tools are given to you to confront and demolish every hindrance.
a) Clothe yourself with the armor of God (Ephesians 6:13-17) – Prayer, faith, righteousness, and the Word serve as weapons for spiritual warfare.
b) Use the authority of the name of Jesus (Philippians 2:9-11) – Speak the name of Jesus over obstacles and watch them bow.
c) Engage in persistent prayer and fasting (Matthew 17:21) – Consistent spiritual discipline breaks resistance and releases divine breakthroughs.
d) Declare God’s promises over your life (Romans 8:37) – Boldly speak victory, overcoming, and freedom into every area under attack.
Biblical Example: Jesus confronted demonic powers and set captives free, demonstrating that authority and prayer are essential to breaking spiritual barriers (Mark 1:32-34).
3. REMOVING GENERATIONAL AND INVISIBLE HANDS
Some spiritual barriers are inherited or sustained through generational curses and demonic assignments. These must be identified and removed to experience full liberation.
a) Recognize generational limitations (Exodus 20:5) – Identify patterns of failure, sickness, and oppression that may have passed through your lineage.
b) Break ungodly covenants and assignments (Galatians 3:13) – Through the blood of Jesus, you can declare freedom from ancestral limitations.
c) Renounce every agreement with darkness (Deuteronomy 28:15-68) – Verbal and spiritual renunciation is a powerful tool against hidden demonic influence.
d) Activate blessings and divine inheritance (Psalm 103:17-18) – Replacing curses with God’s promises positions you for generational breakthrough.
Biblical Example: Daniel and his companions broke generational and spiritual oppression through prayer and steadfast faith, leading to favor and protection in Babylon (Daniel 1:8-20).
4. WALKING IN CONTINUAL VICTORY
Breaking barriers is not a one-time event; it requires consistent application of God’s Word and spiritual authority to maintain freedom.
a) Stay connected to God through daily fellowship and worship (Psalm 16:11) – Intimacy with God ensures continual guidance and protection.
b) Operate in faith, not fear (2 Timothy 1:7) – Boldness and confidence keep the enemy from regaining ground.
c) Resist the devil daily (James 4:7) – Consistent spiritual resistance ensures that barriers do not re-establish themselves.
d) Give thanks for victory already won (1 Corinthians 15:57) – Gratitude activates faith and multiplies results.
Biblical Example: Joshua’s obedience and steadfastness allowed Israel to enter and possess the Promised Land, demonstrating the importance of perseverance after barriers are broken (Joshua 6:1-20).
CONCLUSION:
Spiritual and demonic barriers are real, but they are not greater than the power of God. Recognizing them, equipping yourself with God’s authority, removing generational hindrances, and walking in continual victory ensures that you will live a life of breakthrough and fulfillment.
As you apply these principles, expect divine acceleration, open doors, and supernatural favor to manifest in every area of your life. Today, declare that no power of darkness will hinder your progress, and embrace the fullness of God’s promises over your destiny.
PRAYER POINTS
1. Father, give me the grace to identify and confront every spiritual barrier in my life.
2. Lord, disarm every principality and power working against my destiny.
3. I command every demonic assignment to be destroyed by fire, in Jesus’ name.
4. Father, release me from all generational limitations and hidden spiritual hands.
5. Lord, strengthen me to operate in the authority of the name of Jesus every day.
6. I declare freedom from fear, oppression, and spiritual stagnation, in Jesus’ name.
7. Holy Spirit, empower me to walk boldly and persistently against every obstacle.
8. Father, let every chain of the enemy in my life break today, in Jesus’ name.
9. I declare continual favor, acceleration, and divine breakthroughs, in Jesus’ name.
10. Lord, keep me vigilant and protected against any returning hindrance or attack.
