The Spirit of Rejection
We’re talking about the Spirit of Rejection—what it is, how it operates, how we may have unknowingly forged a covenant with it, and most importantly, how to break free from it. Let’s get started!
Let’s begin by understanding what spirits are. Simply put, they are invisible beings without physical bodies and, by design, have no legal right to operate in our world. However, they exist alongside us and often seek to influence us to carry out their purposes as scripture affirms, “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places”(Ephesians 6:12). They can gain legal access to operate in our lives—usually through covenants made with individuals.
Evil spirits often work together to accomplish their agenda. They are typically assigned specific roles and functions. Take, for instance, a lying spirit—it can lead individuals to become habitual liars. Similarly, a spirit of lust can drive someone toward promiscuity. These spirits rarely operate in isolation; instead, they often work together, reinforcing and amplifying each other’s influence.
A clear example of this can be found in Matthew 12:45, where Jesus explains how an evil spirit, after being cast out, returns to find its former dwelling—now empty. It then brings along seven other spirits, even more wicked than itself, to strengthen its hold on that person’s life.
Another striking example is in Mark 5:9, where Jesus encounters a man possessed by demons. When Jesus asks, 'What is your name?' the man replies, 'My name is Legion, for we are many.'
Likewise, a lying spirit can partner with spirits of theft, murder, anger, and other destructive behaviors. Similarly, a spirit of lust can align with spirits of addiction, shame, deceit, jealousy, and envy—forming stronger strongholds and intensifying their influence.
God created us with three distinct parts—spirit, soul, and body—and gave us dominion over the earth. Because we are part spirits, we have access to the spiritual realm while operating in the physical world. However, the same is not true for spirits. No spirit can function in our physical world without a body. This is why human consent is required for any spirit—including God—to operate here. That consent is often granted through covenants and the act of raising altars.
Evil spirits are resilient and relentless—they are not interested in casual encounters but seek long-term influence and control. They hold no loyalty to their human agents and will ultimately betray them. These spirits are highly intelligent beings, operating with the sole purpose of stealing, killing, and destroying. While they cannot force us to sin, they are often the driving force behind temptations and destructive behaviors, working to lead us into disobedience and bondage.
Demons are closely tied to every sin, actively seeking to tempt and cause us to stumble. Their ultimate goal is to divert our focus from fulfilling God’s will—especially during critical moments, such as a kairos moment (opportune times), when God is preparing to bless, empower, or move in our lives. Often, their access to a person’s life stems from covenants established by ancestors. When an individual commits a specific sin, it can create an opening for these demons to influence and operate within their life.
Now that we have a better understanding of how spirits operate, let's shift our focus back to the spirit of rejection. So, what exactly is the spirit of rejection? As the name implies, it’s a spirit that causes others to reject a person. Its purpose is straightforward—to make someone feel unwanted, overlooked, and excluded.
We’re created to live and grow in connection with others. Whether in personal or professional relationships, we need people to thrive and move forward in life. But how can we truly progress if the people God places in our lives—even for a season—reject us? It can make life feel difficult and even block us from fulfilling our destiny.
The spirit of rejection operates to block progress by creating discord between you and the people who are meant to help move you into your next phase of growth. It also works to blind others from seeing or noticing you, making you feel invisible or overlooked.
This spirit often leaves you feeling invisible or insignificant, as if you don’t matter, by causing others to feel irritated with you for no apparent reason. Yet, battling the individuals influenced by this spirit is futile, as it will continue to manipulate those around you until it is confronted spiritually.
To grasp how the spirit of rejection operates, imagine this scenario: You’re in an office where you’re highly efficient, consistent, and an exceptional team player. Despite your dedication and strong work ethic, the spirit of rejection can stir up jealousy in a coworker. That person might then launch a subtle campaign against you—spreading lies, creating division, and sabotaging your progress—all to isolate you and sever connections with those who could help you advance to the next level.
Let me share a personal experience to illustrate this. A few years ago, I worked as a trainer in a corporate setting. When I first joined the department, I was welcomed with open arms. It felt almost too good to be true—especially since I had grown accustomed to facing rejection in similar spaces.
No matter how hard I worked or how good I was at my job, things always seemed to turn against me, and I often ended up facing rejection. I recognized this pattern and identified it as the spirit of rejection working against me.
Before starting this job, I made a decision to fast and surrender everything to God. I prayed intentionally, asking Him to break any covenant connected to rejection—especially the spirit of anti-progress.
This time, things were different. I was welcomed, valued, and appreciated. My efforts were not only recognized but also commended. I stayed diligent, efficient, and solution-focused. I worked with integrity and consistency, earning the trust and respect of those around me.
It was a clear turnaround—proof that spiritual preparation (fasting) and prayer can shift atmospheres and break negative cycles. When the time came for me to transition to the next phase of my life, I had to train a replacement. Out of reverence for the Lord, I was committed to doing it the right way. I’ve never been the jealous type or felt the need to compete with others. My approach has always been to focus on excellence and strive to be the best at what I do.
The first person I trained presented themselves as a Christian—someone who seemed very spiritual. Unfortunately, my discernment didn’t kick in right away. I was simply excited to have a fellow believer around, especially after feeling spiritually isolated for so long.
Sadly, this person betrayed my trust. They lied about me, twisted my words, and even accused me of forcing my beliefs on them. They claimed I made them feel uncomfortable and uneasy, portraying me as controlling and setting them up to fail.
It was a tough experience, but it taught me the importance of spiritual discernment and reminded me that not everyone who claims to walk in faith is truly aligned with God’s spirit.
The truth eventually came to light, but the damage had already been done. Seeds of doubt had been sown into my Boss and co-workers' hearts, and the person’s goal—to get me fired and ruin my reputation—had left its mark.
Soon after, a second replacement arrived for me to train. This time, I was ready and much more watchful. I was originally supposed to train two people, which I preferred because having a witness provided an extra layer of accountability in case anything went wrong.
The night before training began, I had a dream where one of the trainees backed out of the process. I immediately recognized this as a warning, so I braced myself for what was coming.
Shortly after, I had another dream—this time, the first person I trained showed up at my workplace. In the dream, I sensed she was bringing trouble with her. At the time, I wasn’t entirely sure what the dream meant, but I was determined to stand firm and break any spiritual influence she still had over me.
Looking back now, I realize God was giving me insight—revealing that the same spirit of rejection and sabotage was operating in the person I was currently training. To cut the story short, the same pattern repeated, but this time it was even worse. My credibility and reputation were shattered, and only a handful of people believed me.
Despite everything, I resigned with my head held high, trusting that God would vindicate me—and He did. Let’s just say that person eventually faced the consequences of their actions.
In the end, I came to realize that I was still battling the spirit of rejection. My time at that job ultimately ended in hostility, repeating the same painful pattern I had encountered before. This experience served as a powerful reminder of the importance of spiritual discernment, consistent prayer, and breaking strongholds to overcome recurring cycles of rejection and opposition.
The spirit of rejection is a relentless force that fights against progress. It works to undermine confidence, stir up opposition, and create roadblocks that hinder growth and advancement. By planting seeds of doubt, isolation, and division, it seeks to derail purpose and prevent individuals from reaching their full potential. Confronting this spirit requires spiritual discernment, prayer, and intentional action to break free from its grip and move forward in strength and purpose.
I’m sharing my experience to highlight just how subtle and deceptive this spirit can be. It often lies dormant for years, only to resurface right when you’re on the brink of a breakthrough—its goal is to destroy relationships and opportunities that could help propel you to the next level.
Does any of this sound familiar? Maybe you often find yourself at odds with people, even when you go out of your way to get along. Perhaps you’ve faced unexplained hostility, sabotage, or being overlooked despite your kindness and hard work.
You might be the one putting in all the effort, yet someone else takes the credit and reaps the rewards. No matter how hard you work, you always seem to come up short. People may start off loving and supporting you, only to turn against you later for no apparent reason. And when it’s time to move on—whether from a job, relationship, or situation—the exit is always messy, filled with conflict and tension.
These are clear signs that the spirit of rejection could be operating in your life. I genuinely believed I had dealt with this spirit during the times I was breaking evil covenants and generational curses. However, I later realized it had remained dormant—hidden but still active—until I made the intentional decision to confront it and close every door the Holy Spirit revealed to me.
This leads to an important question—how does the spirit of rejection gain access to our lives?
It often enters through covenants tied to our bloodline or through sexual relations with someone who is already influenced by or bound to the spirit of rejection. Let me break this down further—starting with the impact of sexual relationships and then addressing bloodline covenants.
According to Scripture, when two people engage in sexual relations, they become one flesh. God designed sexual intimacy not only for procreation but also as a sacred bond to unite couples, enabling them to function as a team, build families, and fulfill His will.
In 1 Corinthians 6:16, it says: “Or do you not know that he who is joined to a harlot is one body with her? For ‘the two,’ He says, ‘shall become one flesh.’” This verse emphasizes both the physical and spiritual union that takes place during intimacy.
To illustrate, imagine Person 1 is painted red and Person 2 is painted blue. When they come together, their colors blend, creating a new shade—a mixture of both. This blending goes beyond the physical and extends into the spiritual, often including shared demons, curses, and spiritual baggage carried by either person.
This is how a covenant can be formed with the spirit of rejection through sexual relations. If you’ve been intimate with someone who has experienced abandonment, rape, molestation, or abuse—or if you’ve experienced these yourself—you may have become bound to the spirit of rejection, allowing it to transfer into your life.
But this transfer isn’t random—it’s often the result of covenants already established through your ancestors or bloodline. The familiar spirits and strongman operating in your lineage likely influenced your path, orchestrating these encounters to deepen their control over your life.
As I mentioned earlier, evil spirits often work together, partnering with others to reinforce their grip on their human hosts. Understanding this connection is crucial for breaking free and reclaiming your spiritual authority.
Every generational curse that operates in our lives is rooted in the actions or agreements made by our ancestors. If you’re unfamiliar with generational curses or evil covenants, I highly recommend checking out my blog post titled “The Reality of Generational Curses, Part 1.” It provides a clear explanation of evil covenants and their impact, helping you better understand how they might be affecting your life.
Generational curses are inherited curses or burdens passed down through our ancestors. These curses are often linked to evil spirits assigned to cause chaos and hinder members of the bloodline from fulfilling their destinies. In many cases, each member of the lineage is targeted by these spirits, which are activated when specific sins are committed.
Because the spiritual realm operates on legal principles, spirits cannot gain access to someone’s life without a cause. This is why Scripture warns us that “the wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23). Unrepented sin acts as an open door, allowing evil spirits to enforce covenants tied to the bloodline.
The spirit of rejection often gains a foothold in our lives through our bloodline, where covenants with evil spirits may have been established. Familiar spirits assigned to the bloodline work to keep these covenants active, ensuring that future generations remain bound to the spirit of rejection. This connection is frequently reinforced through sinful acts like fornication, by marrying someone who carries that spirit, or through traumatic experiences such as rape or molestation. These events create spiritual ties that strengthen the presence of rejection within the lineage.
Now that we’ve explored what the spirit of rejection is, how it operates, and how it gains access to our lives, the next important question is—how do we break free from it?
The process is simple but powerful. First, you must break the covenant by renouncing it. Then, repent—both for your own actions and on behalf of your bloodline—asking God to forgive and cleanse any agreements made knowingly or unknowingly. Finally, pray for every door that allowed this spirit access to be closed. With faith, repentance, and intentional prayer, you can break free and step into the freedom and wholeness God has for you.
Breaking evil covenants, especially those tied to our bloodline requires more than just prayer—it also demands fasting. This aligns with what Jesus said in Matthew 17:21, that certain spirits will not leave except through prayer and fasting. Fasting is essential for breaking these strongholds.
If you’re not familiar with covenants or how they operate, I strongly encourage you to read my blog post—The Reality of Generational Curses, Part 3: How Do We Break These Evil Covenants? In fact, I recommend reading the entire four-part series to gain a deeper understanding and address the root causes, so you can fully break free from these spiritual ties.
Stay blessed, and may you walk in freedom from these evil spirits. Until next time!
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