Understanding And Overcoming Household Witchcraft Series

Household witchcraft refers to the subtle and often hidden forms of manipulation, control, and destruction that can occur within families or close relationships. This phenomenon can manifest through various behaviors, including jealousy, envy, criticism, and betrayal. In this sermon, we will explore the causes, effects, and signs of household witchcraft, as well as biblical strategies for overcoming it.

Causes of Household Witchcraft

• Excessive attachment or love: 2 Corinthians 11:3 (But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent's cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ.)

• Jealousy and envy: Galatians 5:26 (Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.)

• Success and celebration: Genesis 4:4-5 (The Lord looked with favor on Abel and his offering, but on Cain and his offering he did not look with favor. So Cain was very angry, and his face was downcast.)

Effects of Household Witchcraft

• Opposition and criticism: Psalm 55:12-13 (For it was not an enemy that reproached me; then I could have borne it: neither was it he that hated me that did magnify himself against me; then I would have hid myself from him: But it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance.)

• Destruction and sabotage: Psalm 41:9 (Even my close friend, someone I trusted, one who shared my bread, has lifted up his heel against me.)

Signs of Household Witchcraft

• Mockery and ridicule: 1 Samuel 1:6 (Her rival used to provoke her severely, to irritate her, because the Lord had closed her womb.)

• Misjudgment and criticism: Matthew 7:1-2 (Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.)

Overcoming Household Witchcraft

• Be born again: John 3:3 (Jesus replied, "Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.")

• Pursue spiritual maturity: 2 Peter 3:18 (But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.)

• Forgive and love: Matthew 6:14-15 (For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.)

Conclusion

Household witchcraft is a real and destructive force that can manifest in various ways. By understanding its causes, effects, and signs, individuals can take steps to overcome it. Through spiritual maturity, forgiveness, and love, believers can break free from the influence of household witchcraft and experience God's deliverance and blessings.