10 Bible Verses about Deliverance
From the moment we’re born, we must face evil. It comes in different forms: injustice, fear, egotism, violence, etc. We have to fight internal fights to get out of these situations and feel better again. Prayer helps. In the Lord’s Prayer, we ask God to “... Deliver us from evil.” (Matthew 6:13). God is the only one who can return our freedom and deliver us from everything that holds us back from Him. Here are 10 verses of God’s promises for anyone who calls to Him in their time of need.
10 Bible Passages about Deliverance
God delivers us from fear
“Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame.” (Psalms 33:5)
Jesus frees us from the original sin
“Having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross.” (Colossians 2:14)
Jesus delivers us from our enemies
“Therefore I will praise you, Lord, among the nations; I will sing the praises of your name.” (Psalms 18:49)
Jesus pays for our mistakes
“For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.” (1 Peter 1:18-19)
Jesus responds to our needs
"When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have no more wine.” Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water”; so they filled them to the brim. Then he told them, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the banquet.” They did so, and the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine. He did not realize where it had come from, though the servants who had drawn the water knew. Then he called the bridegroom aside...” (John 2:3-9)
Jesus heals our wounds
“He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.” (1 Peter 2:24)
God delivers us from fear and anguish
“Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame. This poor man called, and the LORD heard him; he saved him out of all his troubles.” (Psalms 34:5-6)
Jesus delivers us from demonic possession
“Jesus rebuked the demon, and it came out of the boy, and he was healed at that moment.” (Matthew 17:18)
Jesus shows us the way
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)
Jesus delivers us from death
"But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved." (Ephesians 2:4-5)
Frequently Asked Questions About Deliverance in the Bible
What would be a deliverance verse against life’s obstacles?
When we feel trapped in a difficult situation, we can turn to God to free us from what binds us. Psalm 71 offers words for our supplication to God. Here is a verse from this psalm to ask God for deliverance:
"In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame. In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me; turn your ear to me and save me." (Psalm 71:1–2)
What is deliverance according to the Bible?
The entire Bible speaks of deliverance: that of a people (the Hebrews in the Old Testament) and that of humanity through Jesus, who comes to free us from sin and deliver us from death. Deliverance is the salvation offered by Christ.
Which verse speaks of Mary Magdalene’s deliverance?
The Gospels of Mark and Luke mention the seven demons from which Jesus delivered Mary Magdalene:
"After this, Jesus traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with him, and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out" (Luke 8:1–2)
"When Jesus rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had driven seven demons." (Mark 16:9)
