"Conquering the Deaf, Dumb Spirit & the Spirit of Lethargy"

Conquering the Deaf, Dumb Spirit & the Spirit of LethargyKingdom Corner Podcast — February 6, 2026 Host: Matt Guibe Series: Readings from Power and Authority Over Darkness by Angela Greenig📖 Episode OverviewIn this Friday reading episode, Matt continues through Angela Greenig’s powerful book Power and Authority Over Darkness, focusing on two of the final strongholds in her list of 16 prevalent demonic spirits:#15 — The Dumb, Mute, and Deaf Spirit#16 — The Spirit of LethargyThis session blends Scripture, teaching, testimony, and prayer, calling believers to walk in Christ’s authority, discern spiritual strongholds, and pursue freedom, clarity, and spiritual vitality.Matt also reflects on the importance of deliverance ministry, the need for wisdom and calling in this area, and the reality that spiritual battles often come in “packs” of strongholds that work together to bring destruction—especially in individuals and church leadership.🛡️ Spirit #15: The Dumb, Mute, and Deaf SpiritDrawing from Mark 9:25–26 and other passages, this spirit is described as one that attacks:Common manifestations discussed:Suicidal tendenciesMuteness / inability to speakSeizures and convulsionsEpilepsyBlindness or lack of visionSchizophrenia and mental instabilityMadness and disordered thinkingEye diseaseDeafnessUncontrollable cryingKey Scriptures referenced:Mark 9:18–26Matthew 12:22–24Matthew 17:14–18Luke 11:14–28Matt also shares a real-life testimony from the streets of Seattle, where deliverance prayer brought immediate transformation and restoration to a man suffering mental torment.Core emphasis: Jesus still delivers today—and believers must depend on God, walk in humility, and ask for faith to overcome unbelief.😴 Spirit #16: The Spirit of LethargyThis spirit is described as a force that brings spiritual sleep, passivity, and decay into a person’s life.Key Scripture:Isaiah 29:10Proverbs 6:9Proverbs 20:4Ecclesiastes 10:18Common manifestations discussed:Laziness and inactivityBlurred vision / inability to readClosed understandingExtreme withdrawalLack of integrity and dishonestyBegging and dependencyProcrastinationBreakdown of relationships and communicationSleeping sickness / constant fatigueMatt emphasizes that while rest and sleep are necessary, there is also a spiritual weariness that comes from attack and must be confronted with truth, discipline, prayer, and the Word of God.🧠 When Spirits “Run in Packs”This episode also explores how spiritual strongholds often work together, including:Lethargy + Lying + Jealousy (often attacking leaders and churches)Lying + Fear + HeavinessLying + Bondage + FearThese combinations can:Destroy confidenceCreate divisionProduce fear-based leadership or passivityUndermine healthy churches and familiesKey insight: Freedom is not formulaic—it requires calling, care, aftercare, and ongoing discipleship. Deliverance is not just casting out—it’s also walking people back into wholeness.🙏 Prayers & Declarations IncludedA prayer against the dumb, mute, and deaf spiritA declaration of freedom from lethargy and spiritual passivityA call to walk in clarity, strength, energy, and obedienceA closing challenge to examine personal strongholds and seek prayer support📚 The 16 Strongholds (Full List Recapped)Lying SpiritSpirit of BondageSpirit of FearSpirit of HeavinessSpirit of InfirmitySpirit of JealousySpirit of HaughtinessSpirit of DiscordSpirit of WhoredomSeducing SpiritPerverse SpiritSpirit of Divination / Familiar SpiritAntichrist SpiritUnclean SpiritDumb, Mute, and Deaf SpiritSpirit of Lethargy📖 Resource MentionedPower and Authority Over Darkness How to Identify and Defeat 16 Evil Spirits That Want to Destroy You By Angela Greenig (2019)📬 Need Prayer or Ministry Support?Matt invites listeners to reach out:📧 [email protected] works with experienced deliverance ministers and is available for prayer and connection—yes, even via Zoom.🎯 Final EncouragementThis episode calls every believer to:Know who they are in ChristWalk in spiritual authorityRefuse passivity and fearSeek freedom, clarity, and wholenessPartner with others in prayer and healing“Focus on your potential, not your limitations—and let the Lord uproot every stronghold.”contact Me at :[email protected]