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Why Christians still need deliverance from demonic oppression

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In recent years, there has been a growing silence in the modern church around one of the most critical ministries Jesus modeled: deliverance. While salvation is the cornerstone of our faith, the Bible makes it clear that many believers still walk in bondage — spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. The question we must ask ourselves is this: If Jesus cast out demons as part of His ministry, why has the Church become so hesitant to do the same?

Deliverance is not a fringe doctrine. In Mark 16:17, Jesus said, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils…” The ministry of deliverance was never meant to be an occasional intervention — it was intended to be a consistent demonstration of Christ’s power and compassion. Yet, many Christians today suffer silently, tormented by fear, anxiety, generational curses, and spiritual oppression, all while being told that believers cannot be afflicted by demons.

As a deliverance minister and pastor, I have witnessed firsthand how demonic oppression hides in plain sight — even within church walls. People who love the Lord, read their Bibles, and serve in ministry can still be plagued by nightmares, addiction, sexual torment, and even suicidal thoughts. They do not need judgment, they need help. They need freedom. They need Jesus, not only as Savior but also as Deliverer.

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In recent years, there has been a growing silence in the modern church around one of the most critical ministries Jesus modeled: deliverance. While salvation is the cornerstone of our faith, the Bible makes it clear that many believers still walk in bondage — spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. The question we must ask ourselves is this: If Jesus cast out demons as part of His ministry, why has the Church become so hesitant to do the same?
Deliverance is not a fringe doctrine. In Mark 16:17, Jesus said, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils…” The ministry of deliverance was never meant to be an occasional intervention — it was intended to be a consistent demonstration of Christ’s power and compassion. Yet, many Christians today suffer silently, tormented by fear, anxiety, generational curses,
There are no "generational curses."
God does not punish the children for the sins of the fathers (Eze 18:20).
 
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In recent years, there has been a growing silence in the modern church around one of the most critical ministries Jesus modeled: deliverance. While salvation is the cornerstone of our faith, the Bible makes it clear that many believers still walk in bondage — spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. The question we must ask ourselves is this: If Jesus cast out demons as part of His ministry, why has the Church become so hesitant to do the same?

Deliverance is not a fringe doctrine. In Mark 16:17, Jesus said, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils…” The ministry of deliverance was never meant to be an occasional intervention — it was intended to be a consistent demonstration of Christ’s power and compassion. Yet, many Christians today suffer silently, tormented by fear, anxiety, generational curses, and spiritual oppression, all while being told that believers cannot be afflicted by demons.

As a deliverance minister and pastor, I have witnessed firsthand how demonic oppression hides in plain sight — even within church walls. People who love the Lord, read their Bibles, and serve in ministry can still be plagued by nightmares, addiction, sexual torment, and even suicidal thoughts. They do not need judgment, they need help. They need freedom. They need Jesus, not only as Savior but also as Deliverer.

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I totally agree with you that Deliverance is important. I have met people who report and instantaneous deliverance from oppression that only fits with what was reported in the gospels.

I have anointed the doorposts and window sills of our home with some olive oil that was blessed in the name of Jesus or Yeshua and there was a shift in the atmosphere there very quickly.
 
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You may not know this, but there is a common sentiment among protestants that if you need deliverance then you're not saved.
Yeah, my understanding is people who teach that believe you are somehow spared from it. I disagree. I think if you are saved, if anything you'll be attacked more. I agree he will see you thru in the end. I think it comes from 'Jesus just wants you to always be happy' theology.
 
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In recent years, there has been a growing silence in the modern church around one of the most critical ministries Jesus modeled: deliverance. While salvation is the cornerstone of our faith, the Bible makes it clear that many believers still walk in bondage — spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. The question we must ask ourselves is this: If Jesus cast out demons as part of His ministry, why has the Church become so hesitant to do the same?

Deliverance is not a fringe doctrine. In Mark 16:17, Jesus said, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils…” The ministry of deliverance was never meant to be an occasional intervention — it was intended to be a consistent demonstration of Christ’s power and compassion. Yet, many Christians today suffer silently, tormented by fear, anxiety, generational curses, and spiritual oppression, all while being told that believers cannot be afflicted by demons.

As a deliverance minister and pastor, I have witnessed firsthand how demonic oppression hides in plain sight — even within church walls. People who love the Lord, read their Bibles, and serve in ministry can still be plagued by nightmares, addiction, sexual torment, and even suicidal thoughts. They do not need judgment, they need help. They need freedom. They need Jesus, not only as Savior but also as Deliverer.

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First - Salvation is deliverance:

Col 1:13 He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love,​

Second, many (not necessarily you) try to get believers delivered from what the Word of God calls flesh.

Gal 5:19 Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, 20 idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, 21 envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand, just as I also told you in time past, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.​
 
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In recent years, there has been a growing silence in the modern church around one of the most critical ministries Jesus modeled: deliverance. While salvation is the cornerstone of our faith, the Bible makes it clear that many believers still walk in bondage — spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. The question we must ask ourselves is this: If Jesus cast out demons as part of His ministry, why has the Church become so hesitant to do the same?

Deliverance is not a fringe doctrine. In Mark 16:17, Jesus said, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils…” The ministry of deliverance was never meant to be an occasional intervention — it was intended to be a consistent demonstration of Christ’s power and compassion. Yet, many Christians today suffer silently, tormented by fear, anxiety, generational curses, and spiritual oppression, all while being told that believers cannot be afflicted by demons.

As a deliverance minister and pastor, I have witnessed firsthand how demonic oppression hides in plain sight — even within church walls. People who love the Lord, read their Bibles, and serve in ministry can still be plagued by nightmares, addiction, sexual torment, and even suicidal thoughts. They do not need judgment, they need help. They need freedom. They need Jesus, not only as Savior but also as Deliverer.

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This is a very important point and it is for this reason that the Orthodox Church provides Baptism, Chrismation, and the Eucharist to those who join her (unless one has a valid baptism) including infants and children, as these holy sacraments not only protect against demonic activity, but also in the case of Baptism includes an exorcism, like in the Roman Rite (your church historically referred to it a “minor exorcism”).

I do have a concern about unqualified people trying to do exorcisms in cases which are actually mental illness or drug abuse.
 
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You may not know this, but there is a common sentiment among protestants that if you need deliverance then you're not saved.
Hmmm...I actually wasn't aware of that. I won't go into detail, but I know of some Pentecostal lay preachers who do an exorcism of sort. They do it with believers too.
 
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This is a very important point and it is for this reason that the Orthodox Church provides Baptism, Chrismation, and the Eucharist to those who join her (unless one has a valid baptism) including infants and children, as these holy sacraments not only protect against demonic activity, but also in the case of Baptism includes an exorcism, like in the Roman Rite (your church historically referred to it a “minor exorcism”).

I do have a concern about unqualified people trying to do exorcisms in cases which are actually mental illness or drug abuse.
Yup. Every person baptized into the Catholic Church receives a minor exorcism. There is even a special exorcism for the medal of St. Benedict! (Which I had blessed by my parish priest many years ago!)
 
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Hmmm...I actually wasn't aware of that. I won't go into detail, but I know of some Pentecostal lay preachers who do an exorcism of sort. They do it with believers too.
I'm aware. When posting that I was recollecting bleating sheep trying to end uncomfortable discussions.
 
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In recent years, there has been a growing silence in the modern church around one of the most critical ministries Jesus modeled: deliverance. While salvation is the cornerstone of our faith, the Bible makes it clear that many believers still walk in bondage — spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. The question we must ask ourselves is this: If Jesus cast out demons as part of His ministry, why has the Church become so hesitant to do the same?

Deliverance is a part of the gifts of healings. Every person that was delivered from demonic possession by Jesus in scripture (from what I've seen so far) was also healed. It is a spiritual healing.

Deliverance is not a fringe doctrine. In Mark 16:17, Jesus said, “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils…” The ministry of deliverance was never meant to be an occasional intervention — it was intended to be a consistent demonstration of Christ’s power and compassion. Yet, many Christians today suffer silently, tormented by fear, anxiety, generational curses, and spiritual oppression, all while being told that believers cannot be afflicted by demons.

As a deliverance minister and pastor, I have witnessed firsthand how demonic oppression hides in plain sight — even within church walls. People who love the Lord, read their Bibles, and serve in ministry can still be plagued by nightmares, addiction, sexual torment, and even suicidal thoughts. They do not need judgment, they need help. They need freedom. They need Jesus, not only as Savior but also as Deliverer.

It seems this person is talking more about spiritual warfare against Saints.
 
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