DO YOU HAVE A JEZEBEL SPIRIT?

DO YOU HAVE A JEZEBEL SPIRIT?

Let me take a moment to expand on this question. A Jezebel Spirit is a spirit of deceit, manipulation, and idolatry. Jezebel is labeled as a she-devil, a woman who resembles the devil in character. A she-devil represents a wicked, spiteful, malicious woman. I define a Jezebel Spirit as an evil spirit, one who spreads dissension and ill will among those around her. Today, we would describe a Jezebel Spirit as toxic!

The translation of Jezebel means “The Prince Baal exists.” The Hebrew translation is “without cohabitation.” Jezebel is defined as one who does not or will not live with others. A Jezebel Spirit is one of divisiveness, a spirit that thrives on dissension to conquer those around her to gain power and control.

“For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.” James 3:16 NIV

Jezebel: False Teacher and Idol Worshipper

The Bible refers to Jezebel 1 and Jezebel 2; my focus is on Jezebel 1, but there are similarities between the women mentioned in the New and Old Testaments. In the New Testament, Jezebel was a woman described as an immoral, false teacher, and an idol worshipper. She encouraged everyone around her to engage in sin.

Jezebel was married to King Ahab, the King of Northern Israel. She has been described as a “religious woman who spread idolatry throughout Israel.” Unfortunately, Jezebel dominated King Ahab, leading to Israel’s fall through her schemes and evil ways. Jezebel was the opposite of the Proverbs 31 woman!

Sad to say, Jezebel never repented for her actions and died a terrible death for her sins. She was the source of misery and pain for many people through her manipulation and coercion. She used domination and seduction to control others while rewarding her followers for their loyalty. Jezebel was feared due to her ruthless ways. As a nation, they suffered at the hands of King Ahab and Jezebel, and God declared judgment on them due to their lack of repentance.

2 Thessalonians 1: 5-10 NIV

When reading about their fall, I am reminded of the verses in 2 Thessalonians, where the Apostle Paul wrote a letter to the church, encouraging them to pray and to apply God’s Word daily. These verses encourage us to be vigilant in our walk and to be cautious of the lies and deception of the deceitful.

“All this is evidence that God’s judgment is right, and as a result, you will be counted worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are suffering. God is just: He will pay back trouble to those who trouble you and give relief to you who are troubled, and to us as well. This will happen when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven in blazing fire with his powerful angels. He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his might on the day he comes to be glorified in his holy people and to be marveled at among all those who have believed. This includes you because you believed our testimony to you.” 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10 NIV

Character Traits of a Jezebel Spirit  

Below are ten of the more prominent character traits of a Jezebel Spirit.

1. Abuses Power – gains recognition and dominance through the abuse of power.
2. Confrontational – encourages disputes and disagreement while displaying aggression towards anyone who attempts to hold her accountable.
3. Dislikes Authority – her desire is to be the one in power and control; she rewards loyalty.
4. False Humility – filled with pride, she practices self-worship and encourages idolatry to take the focus away from God.
5. Master Manipulator – uses emotions to gain control; uses the power and influence of leaders to slowly dominate.
6. Rebuts Prayer: prayer sets us free through God’s words and intercession; prayer hinders the Jezebel Spirit.
7. Refutes Repentance – repentance solidifies our relationship and belief in Jesus Christ.
8. Spirit of Intimidation – creates a fear-filled environment, leading to withdrawal and powerlessness in those around her while establishing her supremacy.
9. Spirit of Seduction – seduces through flattery and prophecy to destroy through chaos and shame, enabling her to seize power and domination.
10. Spiritual Superiority – manipulates through her self-righteousness and seeks to discredit the prophetic.

Overcoming the Jezebel Spirit

We must be vigilant in defeating the Jezebel Spirit by claiming words of truth over ourselves, our families, our sisters, and our churches. The Jezebel Spirit can slowly invade a relationship, family, community, and church. The appeal today can take the form of money, New Age religion, celebrities, or politicians – anyone perceived as having power. To worship anyone or anything in place of God is a form of idolatry. Therefore, let us come together in praise and worship, bowing our heads in prayer as we pray against the Jezebel Spirit!

“The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his voice. But they will never follow a stranger; in fact, they will run away from him because they do not recognize a stranger’s voice.” John 10:2-5 NIV