There was a time when I felt trapped—trapped by habits I couldn’t break, negative thoughts that wouldn’t leave, and spiritual heaviness that weighed me down. It’s something I couldn’t shake on my own, but deep down, I knew deliverance was possible. That’s when I turned to self-deliverance prayer.
If you feel like you’re under spiritual oppression, dealing with strongholds that you just can’t seem to break, or struggling with constant temptation, self-deliverance prayer is a powerful tool you can use. It’s a way to ask God to free you from whatever binds you and reclaim the spiritual freedom that belongs to you. This is a step-by-step guide to a self-deliverance prayer that can bring freedom.
1. Prepare Your Heart for Deliverance
Before you even begin praying, it’s important to get your heart ready. Reflect on your life, asking God to reveal areas where you might need deliverance. Spend some quiet time in prayer and repentance, acknowledging any sins, habits, or strongholds that may have given the enemy a foothold.
Opening Prayer for Preparation:
“Lord Jesus, I come before You with a humble heart, ready to be free from everything that is keeping me bound. I ask You to reveal to me anything in my life that does not honor You—whether it be sin, habits, or any spiritual oppression. Forgive me, Lord, for any sins I have committed knowingly or unknowingly. Cleanse me from all unrighteousness, and prepare my heart for deliverance. In Your name, I seek freedom today.”
2. Break the Chains of Sin and Bondage
In the name of Jesus, speak directly to the bondage you want to be free from. Whether it’s addiction, fear, anxiety, or spiritual oppression, declare your desire to break free from it in the authority of Christ.
Prayer to Break Chains:
“In the name of Jesus, I declare that every chain that has been holding me down be broken right now. I renounce and reject [name the specific bondage, sin, or stronghold]. I command this spirit of [fear, addiction, depression, etc.] to leave me in Jesus’ name. You have no authority over me, and I break every hold you have on my life through the blood of Jesus Christ. By His authority, I claim my freedom and command every spiritual force of darkness to leave me now.”
3. Pray for Protection and Armor
After breaking the chains, it’s important to pray for protection. The enemy often tries to come back after deliverance, so you need to fortify yourself with God’s protection by praying on the armor of God.
Prayer for Protection:
“Lord, I ask for Your protection over my mind, body, and spirit. I put on the full armor of God right now. I wear the helmet of salvation to guard my thoughts, the breastplate of righteousness to protect my heart, and the belt of truth to stand firm in Your Word. I take up the shield of faith to extinguish the arrows of the enemy, and I wield the sword of the Spirit, which is Your Word. Let my feet be fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace. Cover me and protect me, Lord, as I stand firm in the freedom You have given me.”
4. Renounce and Close Any Doorways
Deliverance also involves closing any “spiritual doorways” that may have been opened through past actions, behaviors, or even generational curses. In this prayer, renounce and close any access the enemy has had.
Prayer to Close Doorways:
“In the name of Jesus, I renounce any and all agreements, pacts, or doorways that I or my ancestors may have opened to the enemy. I break the power of generational curses, witchcraft, occult involvement, and any ungodly practices that have given the enemy a foothold in my life. I declare that these doors are now closed by the power of Jesus Christ. No weapon formed against me shall prosper, and I plead the blood of Jesus over every part of my life.”
5. Invite the Holy Spirit to Fill Every Space
Deliverance is not just about removing the enemy’s influence; it’s about filling that space with God’s presence. After casting out whatever has been oppressing you, invite the Holy Spirit to fill every part of your heart and life.
Prayer to Invite the Holy Spirit:
“Holy Spirit, I invite You to come and fill every place in my heart and life that has been emptied. I ask for Your presence to take over every part of me—my mind, my thoughts, my emotions, and my spirit. Fill me with Your peace, Your power, and Your wisdom. Where there was once darkness, bring Your light. Where there was once fear, bring Your courage. I ask for an overflow of Your Spirit, that I may walk in the fullness of the freedom You have given me.”
6. Declare Your Victory in Christ
Once you have prayed for deliverance and invited the Holy Spirit to fill you, declare your victory in Jesus’ name. This is a powerful way to affirm the work God has done in your life and stand firm against future attacks.
Prayer of Declaration:
“Lord Jesus, I declare that I am free through Your power and Your blood. I stand in victory today, knowing that You have overcome every force that was working against me. I am no longer bound by [fear, addiction, anxiety, etc.], and I will not return to the things that once held me captive. I proclaim that I am a child of God, and I will walk in the authority and freedom that You have given me. Thank You, Lord, for the victory that is mine through You.”
7. Seal the Prayer in the Blood of Jesus
Finally, seal your prayer and deliverance by asking for the covering of the blood of Jesus. This
final step is crucial in ensuring that the enemy cannot return or undo the freedom you’ve claimed.
Prayer to Seal in the Blood of Jesus:
“Lord Jesus, I seal this prayer, my deliverance, and my freedom under the protection of Your precious blood. Your blood has the power to cover, protect, and keep me from every attack of the enemy. I claim the blood of Jesus over my mind, my home, my family, and every area of my life. I declare that nothing can come against me because I am covered by Your sacrifice. Thank You, Jesus, for Your victory, for Your protection, and for sealing me in Your love. Amen.”
Final Thoughts on Self-Deliverance
Self-deliverance is a powerful practice that allows you to step into the spiritual freedom that God intends for you. But remember, it’s not a one-time event. Maintaining your deliverance means staying close to God, living in His Word, and keeping your life free from the footholds the enemy might try to regain.
To stay free, here are a few important steps:
- Stay in prayer daily: Continue to pray for strength, guidance, and protection.
- Study the Bible: God’s Word is your spiritual weapon, especially in moments of weakness.
- Surround yourself with believers: Engage in a supportive faith community to help you stay spiritually strong.
- Reject old habits: Don’t return to any activities or thoughts that may have led to spiritual oppression.
By praying for deliverance and taking these steps, you’ll not only experience freedom, but you’ll also live in the fullness of life that God has for you.