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Leviathan

Job 41 is an entire chapter dedicated to this monster. Creatures mentioned in the Word such as dragon, serpent, scorpion, etc, are symbolism for the kingdom of darkness. In the last MOD classroom course, we discussed the king of pride: leviathan. CLICK HERE for a PDF on prayers to equip you and scripture concerning this defeated foe.

The material for the class on leviathan was mostly taken from the book I highly recommend: Leviathan Exposed by Robert Hotchkin. Other lists and inforomation was from an online book of leviathan by Amanda Buyes.

The spirit of leviathan Twists, Confuses and then Separates. This twister is involved in divorces, church splits, arguments, and is readily seen at work in the media.

Have you ever said something you thought was clear and concise but then it was utterly twisted into something else the the bearer? Maybe the person who got it twisted in their mind was reliable but insisted that they interpreted what you said correctly. When you cross the path of someone involved in the twisting of leviathan, It is time to love the person, but get into your prayer closet and kick out the real root of the twisting!

Robert Hotchkin says about leviathan, “It is a high level demonic spirit that works to twist communication, create misunderstanding, and damage or break relationship.”

Some of the symptoms of the presence of this high level demon is:

•       Insanity

•       Paralysis

•       Schizophrenia, and other illnesses.

•       Writhing of the body

•       Discord

•       Strife

•       False Accusations

•       Works to stop revival movements and to hinder moves of God

•       Can be used as a spirit guide

•       Chaos and suffering

•       Excessive pride, haughty, condescending, and arrogant

•       Stubborn

•       Cold hearted

•       Lack of concentration

•       Learning difficulties

•       Gloominess and depression

•       Unteachable

•       Judgmental

•       Possessive

•       Legalistic

•       Seeks to control

•       Associated with the Jezebel spirit

•       Independent attitude

•       Excessive self confidence

•       Deafness

•       Blindness to the Holy Spirit

•       Counterfeit ministries and worship

•       Miscommunication

•       Deception

•       Twists the truth (ie: Adam/Eve)

•       Lies, gossip, and slander

You may have come into contact with leviathan if:

In his book, Leviathan Exposed, Hotchkin says, “Leviathan not only twists words, but words can draw the spirit out.”  We need to be careful about what we say. Just like overripe fruit can draw fruit flies into your home, using our words to curse instead of bless or to complain instead of praise can draw leviathan into our presence. Job 3:8

Benefits after leviathan or pride leaves:

I again recommend the book by Robert Hotckin. He discussed 12 things to do to overcome. I do not want to infringe about his book content here so I will leave you to getting that information in the book.

I will, however,  tell you of my experience of receiving healing concerning this spirit and some prayers and strategies that have helped me.  Click here for a printable PDF of the prayer and scripture.

My Story

After many years of being plagued with muscle spasms spanning from my feet to my neckface, imagine my surprise and glee when I found the cause of my torment. I listened to a minister by the name of Ken Fish talk about how some disease, pain, and illnesses could be caused by a root spiritual stronghold. After he spoke the ISDM president, , Bill Sudduth, said we had 30 minutes left, so anyone suffering from a continuous issue could come  line up and receive prayer. I was all in. Had nothing to lose. I joined 100 other ministers as we sought out the Lord to remove whatever was the true cause of the torment.

It was a simple enough prayer. I had my eyes closed but could hear others around me begin to react to whatever God was doing. My chest hurt for a bit but then as I received prayer it subsided. Later, Bill Sudduth stepped up to the pulpit and asked for hands of those who had an immediate healing. Some hands went up. He also asked who would not be able to tell right away but would have to just see…many hands were raised at this point. Mine was one of those hands…so was my mother’s hands.

The following week, my mother had a colonoscopy. She has suffered with a couple of issues for a very long time. The results came back revealing zero sign of colitis or the diverticulitis infection she had prior to going to the meeting. She was delighted that she had been healed.

While often the muscle spasms I experienced were often daily in frequency, I wasn’t ready to testify that I had been healed even though I had not had a spasm episode for several days. I believed God could and would heal me.  I ucould tell there had been a change in my condition. After a couple of weeks, I can say the deep twisting spasms did not return. I was left, however, with a more surface like muscle twitch. To contend for my healing, I opted to faith it up, and instead of fear, I commanded whatever was causing it to leave. The twitches never developed into a spasm although I was aware that if I allowed fear to come in, the spasms could return.  I stayed the course only knowing that He Who is Faithful is Trustworthy!

One day I was talking with a woman about a particular spirit. As soon as I said its name, I felt the twitch in my upper leg. Honestly, I cannot begin to express how painful these spasms have been. Imagine many muscles at once all pulling in various directions. I have watched my feet turn inward against my will and twist in ways a body should not move.  When I would say the name of leviathan, the twist would come. I thought, “Ah ha! Gotcha!” In hindsight, it occurs to me that I should have figured it out before now. Who is the twisting spirit? What spirit carries with it infirmity and lies? That would be none other than Job 41’s leviathan.

For the next day and a half I prayed without speaking out loud concerning this. I was willing to fast and do whatever it took to be completely free. The cause of my pain was on the run and I wanted to make sure it lost all of its grip. On Sunday night I spent time with the Lord praying and commanded the rest of the thing to go. I believe it did.

As the days have progressed, my muscles are getting stronger. I pray as soon as I awake in the morning. Honestly, I have contended for my healing like I never knew was possible. It’s mine and I’m not giving it up. The unclean spirit has been persistent, but is no match for the authority and power of Jesus.

As I have prayed with others, I have noticed that mighty healings have taken place when this spirit is expelled.  I have also noticed that it is more persistent than any I have ever seen and will try to weasel its foul self back to where it came from.

One woman I prayed for has had two back surgeries and suffered with sciatica. I didn’t even know there was a spiritual root, but when we began to pray for her healing, she felt it move in her leg. I recognized leviathan this time. We commanded it to loose her and when it did, all of the sciatica pain left. Two days later she texted me to tell me that she was thrilled. She did say that a few times, the pain triggered and as soon as she commanded it to go the pain left. She is contending and winning through the power of Jesus!

I have seen backs, ears and miscellaneous pains leave when this spirit is expelled.

For this reason, I am posting a morning prayer to help command the beginning of your day as you are fighting this off and contending to keep it away. For me, the fight was fierce and then I just had to stand my ground. I will follow the morning prayer by scriptures that leviathan really despises as well as ideas for praying for freedom from this defeated foe.

 

Morning Prayer

Thank you, Father, for another day. Thank you for healing me, saving me and being my strong tower. (Pro 18:10) I am safe because I trust in Your name. Your grace is sufficient for me and your strength is made perfect in any of my weaknesses. (2 Cor 12:9). I put on my helmet of salvation, shoes of peace, belt of truth, sword of the spirit, breastplate of righteousness, and I lift my shield of faith and I know all the fiery darts of the enemy will be quenched. Thank you for equipping me with weapons that are not carnal but are mighty to pull down any stronghold! (2 Cor 10:4) I believe and receive the authority that I have been given in the name of Jesus who came in the flesh.

I take authority over every assault, plot, or agenda of the enemy in my life. I command anything that opposes the glory of God to go right now. Any unclean spirit in me, on me or around me is to to go right now in the name of Jesus and not return.   (if you know what has been assaulting you, call out the name)

Lord Jesus, order my steps and delight in the way that I experience my day today. (Psalm 37:23) I am yours. Cover me in your truth and love.

Warfare prayer:

If you are declaring war on pride, lies, and leviathan make sure you are hearing God. Fast and pray if you need to do so. You cannot fight this battle on your own, but the Lord is mighty in battle and will fight for you!  Here is a scripture recommended to pray: (The first scripture is adapted from David’s declaration to Goliath.)

“Leviathan, “You come to me with a sword, with a spear, and with a javelin. But I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. 46 This day the Lord will deliver you into my hand, and I will strike you and take your head from you. And this day I will give the carcasses of the camp of the Philistines to the birds of the air and the wild beasts of the earth, that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel. 47 Then all this assembly shall know that the Lord does not save with sword and spear; for the battle is the Lord’s, and He will give you into our hands.” (Reference: 1 Samuel 17:45-47)

Isaiah 27:1 says that In that day the Lord with His severe sword, great and strong, Will punish Leviathan the fleeing serpent, Leviathan that twisted serpent; And He will slay the reptile that is in the sea.

I confess that the Lord Jesus Christ who came in the flesh has ALL power over leviathan so I will not be afraid and I will not agree to being intimidated. Lord, expose any pride or wicked way in me so that I may repent and expel every piece of this rebel.

Father, I ask you in Jesus’ name to sever the head of leviathan right now. (Psalm 74:14) I ask you to separate and cut off leviathan’s scales (Job 41:15) and to put a hook in it and pull it out from where it is hiding. Do not let any part of it stay. I submit to You and resist the king of pride.  You, Jesus, are exalted and are enthroned on high forever.”

More Scripture:

When we have dealt with people who have this root spirit, it often will come up out of hiding and can show anger, hatred or fear when hearing the following scripture. It wouldn’t hurt to have this scripture handy when contending to make sure it knows when it leaves that it absolutely is not coming back.

Job 41  This spirit does not like to be exposed nor does it like the authority of the Word. The whole chapter is dedicated to exposing it.

Psalm 74:14    You broke the heads of Leviathan in pieces, And gave him as food to the people inhabiting the wilderness.

Isaiah 27:1 In that day the Lord with His severe sword, great and strong, Will punish Leviathan the fleeing serpent, Leviathan that twisted serpent; And He will slay the reptile that is in the sea.

The following scripture is good to use before praying for someone battling this spiritual beast.  It is also good to read when the unclean spirit tries to hide or play tricks

“For the word of God is living and effective and sharper than any double-edged sword, penetrating as far as the separation of soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It is able to judge the ideas and thoughts of the heart. No creature is hidden from Him, but all things are naked and exposed to the eyes of Him to whom we must give an account.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭4:12-13‬ ‭HCSB‬‬

Tips:

  1. Make sure you have taken care of any legal grounds this spirit has in your life. For example, make sure you are repented up, you have forgiven, broken any soul ties, etc. (For more information about how to do that, you can see the video course on Keys to Freedom or review some of the posted teachings or recommended books.) I also highly recommend that you ask God to expose any pride in yourself.  (Leviathan is the king of the sons of pride.)
  2. When the spirit is addressed, pay attention to what emotions come up. If it refuses to leave yet you feel angry, ask the Lord why you feel angry. When praying with one woman, it was refusing to leave but she felt overwhelmingly angry. We asked God why the woman was angry…had she come into agreement with the anger of leviathan and had tied herself to it? He revealed the source and once she repented, it came out immediately.
  3. Do not be prideful. If you need help praying concerning this, humble yourself and seek out help.

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