Betrayal, a spirit? How to identify and get rid of it

Donna and Paul Cox

The Absalom Spirit  by Pastor Paul Cox
www.aslanplace.com 
During a visit to Tulsa, Oklahoma, I came into  the sanctuary  of Open Bible Fellowship at the end of the first service. I noticed that there was a great deal of demonic beings  leaving, and I wondered what was happening.  Immediately the second service began, and the second part of the
sermon series  was on the  Absalom spirit. As the sermon concluded, the pastor asked if there were any who  wanted to repent of the “sin of Absalom," and many stood up. As they began  repenting, I again was aware of an enormous amount of demonic beings leaving.  I then knew there was something significant with the Absalom spirit.

The following are the characteristics that Joel Budd listed for the Absalom  spirit. If you find these characteristics in yourself, why not renounce and  repent for each of them?

The Absalom Spirit 
(Scripture References Based on II Samuel 13:20-29; 14:23-33; and 15:1-12)

 An Absalom Spirit is rooted in a basic distrust and resentment of one’s  authority--either justifiable or exaggerated.  (13:20,21)

An Absalom Spirit is rooted in a basic independence and self  dependence--especially as it pertains to honest communication, problem solving,  sharing of honest feelings, needs, wants, etc. (13:20)

An Absalom Spirit is rooted in camouflaged bitterness-- unresolved  disappointments, fear, anger, impotence, etc. (13:22)

An Absalom Spirit is rooted in irrational secrets--that appear totally rational  and justified to
"the Absalom." (13:20,22,23)

An Absalom Spirit is rooted in hidden agendas, hidden strategies and hidden  alliances. (13:22-29)

Basic Beliefs of the Absalom Spirit:

• Most authority is not to be trusted.  
  
• Most authority is incompetent.  
  
• “I know the right way to handle this.”
  
   An Absalom Spirit is rooted in hidden  contempt, hidden hatred and hidden revenge--of authority and those under that  authority. (13:22)
  
  An Absalom Spirit Is Rooted In Pride  (14:23-26)
  
  An Absalom Spirit is rooted in rebellion--that will grow and grow and become  unquenchable. (14:27-30) 
   
  An Absalom Spirit is rooted in a deep-seated desire to be close to/next to/in a  place of favor with the one in authority, but not with purity of heart. (14:30-33)
  
  An Absalom Spirit is rooted in impressing and stealing the hearts of the people  who are under authority in order to eventually “dethrone” and replace the one in authority (15:1-12)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in self-promotion. (15:1)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in a carefully constructed and carefully projected  image--one that is designed to impress. (15:1)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in manipulation. (15:1)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in selfish ambition--disguised to appear as service  to others. (15:2)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in opportunism--self-advancement at the expense of  others. (15:2)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in divisiveness, antagonism, and negative criticism  of authorities to promote
  self. (5:3)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in rebellion and/or insurrectionism. (15:4)
  
  An Absalom Spirit Manifests In False Humility (15:5)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in thievery--stealing the hearts and loyalty of the  people away from their true
  authority. (15:6)
  
  An Absalom Spirit  manifests in treachery.... This is no innocent disagreement.  Absalom is
  dangerous. (15:7-10)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in subtle seduction.  (15:11)
  
  An Absalom Spirit manifests in religious hypocrisy and hype, (15:12) “..while offering sacrifices..”

             (v. 12)


An Absalom Spirit Manifests In Betrayal  (15:12)

Later, Ahithopehl joins Absalom's rebellion.  Ahithophel means: A  brother/kindred: to smear, plaster, slime. A brother to (or those who) smear,  slime.

Warning: Absalom is not your friend.

A Healing For Ahithophel
 

• Those of us who have the trust of our leader(s) are targets for an Absalom spirit.
   
• Stay loyal to leaders who are putting their trust in you even if they are not perfect or adequate. Either be loyal or quit. 
• Confront any Absalom who tries to manipulate you and use you.
   
• Go straight to your leader and tell them about “Absalom” before it is too late for them and for you. (15:1)
• Paul Cox
  Aslan's Place
  www.aslansplace.com
• (comment by Adelle) Repent :to acknowledge and denounce and turn away from, the demonic plaguing your life no longer has a legal right to have at you.  You also maintain your salvation.  Too many falsely believe they are safe to do anything just because they believe in Jesus.  Once you have accepted Him it is imperative you walk the walk, when you fail you have recourse for forgiveness through confession.  As you lay on your pillow go through your day and confess quickly, so that the accuser of the brethren has nothing in you to steal, kill or destroy you, nor cause God to have to give justice and pain Him to deal with you Himself.  PS: Beware that this is also occurring in the work place, families etc, not just the "church".   It is not a "Christian" spirit.  It is a demonic spirit period that opposes any and all in any and all situations of life.
   
   
  
  
  

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