Curses are real and often lie at the root of persistent financial struggles. Many remain unaware of this truth Zec. 1:17-21; Pro. 26:2; Isa. 42:22-25. Today, we focus on breaking the curses that hinder financial prosperity. Riches is one of our rights in redemption, but many are held back from experiencing it by certain unseen forces Rev. 5:12. Scripture illustrates that Israel endured the curse of misfortune in Egypt for 400 years until they cried out to God, who led them to fortune Exo. 3:7-10, 21.

Characteristics of Curses.

1. Spiritual Imprisonment.

Curses confine individuals, denying them access to their rights and inheritances Isa. 42:22-24. God will open every prison door today Oba. 17; Acts 16:25-30.

2. Cycles of Evil.

Curses create patterns of evil in one’s life that persist until broken Eph. 6:12. This manifest as addiction, financial misfortune, and more.

3. Generational in Nature.

Curses can transfer across generations, 3-4 generations, lasting 300-400 years Exo. 20:4-5; Gen. 15:13-14. Recurring issues in a lineage may indicate a curse.

Biblical Sources of Curses.

Disobedience to God’s commands invites curses Deu. 28:15-16; Psa. 112:1-3; Mal. 3:6-11.

2. Fear of the Unknown.

Fear can trap individuals, leading to captivity Job 3:24-25; Pro. 29:25; Rms. 8:15.

Pride leads to downfall and destruction (Pro. 16:18; Dan. 4:30-33; Acts 12:21-23.

4. Misuse of the Tongue.

The tongue has power over blessings and curses Jms. 3:5-6; Pro. 18:21.

5. Serving Other Gods.

Obeying anything other than the living God brings curses Mat. 6:24; Exo. 20:3-6.

6. Parental Dishonor.

Dishonoring parents places one under curses Exo. 20:12; Eph. 6:1-3.

7. Diabolical Connection.

Involvement in diabolical practices brings curses 1Sam. 17:42-43; Num. 23:8.

When Does God Bless?

1. New Birth.

Salvation through Christ frees individuals from curses Gal. 3:13-14; 1 John 5:4.

2. Commit to Serve Only God.

Serving God sustains blessings (Exo. 23:25-26; Matt. 6:33.

3. Obedience of Faith.

Obedience leads to blessings Deu. 28:1-3; Psa. 112:1-3.

Giving a tenth opens the heavens and brings blessings Mal. 3:10-11; Heb. 7:7-8.

5. Giving to the Needy.

Generosity triggers blessings and breaks curses Psa. 41:1-3.

6. Altar of Sacrifice.

Sacrificial giving effectively breaks curses Gen. 8:20-22; Psa. 50:5.

7. Goodwill to All Men.

Expressing goodwill diminishes evil’s power 1Pet. 3:13; Gen. 12:1-3.

Conclusion.

Curses are often self-inflicted Jer. 2:14-17. Breaking them requires personal responsibility 1Jn. 5:18.

Salvation Prayer.

To anyone reading this who desires to give their life to Christ, pray this prayer out loud with me from your heart:

“Lord Jesus, I surrender my life to you today. Forgive me my sins; wash me with your blood. I believe you died for me; on the third day you rose again that I may be justified. Right now, I believe that my sins are forgiven; I’m justified by your blood; I’m born-again; I’m saved; I’m a child of God; I’m free from the power of sin to serve the living God. Thank you, Jesus, for receiving me; thank you Jesus for restoring me; thank you Jesus for saving me. Amen!”

Prayer.

1. Father, open my eyes to areas where I have exposed myself to curses, and empower me for necessary changes 42:22-25.
2. Father, by the mystery of the anointing oil, set me free from every generational curse, making blessings manifest in my life 10:27.