Preface:  

This spiritual inventory has helped many people—whether encountering spirits, seeking healing, struggling with bad dreams, or simply desiring a spiritual detox. I have personally walked through this process many times and have guided adults, youth, and children with it.

1. It’s important to go through this together as a family or include everyone who lives in your home. One person’s spiritual journey can affect the entire household.

2. This inventory is not exhaustive; it serves as a starting point and a helpful outline. If you need support, prayer, or guidance during this process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I am here to help you.

3. Throughout this journey, be attentive to the voice of the Lord. He may guide you in ways beyond any fixed method or process. True freedom comes from God alone, not from any formula. The questions are intentionally broad to allow space for God’s leading—not mine. Over two decades, I have witnessed God’s miraculous work through these guidelines.

4. I would be grateful to hear how God moves in your life as you walk this path. If you feel led, please share your story on our “contact” page.

We recommend that the personal spiritual inventory be completed first before the house spiritual inventory.

SECTION 1: Personal Spiritual Inventory 

SECTION 2: House Spiritual Inventory

SECTION 1: Personal Spiritual Inventory 

Step 1: Reflect and Listen to the Lord

Take a quiet moment to remember when these struggles first began. What was happening in your life at that season? Invite the Lord gently to reveal to you what doors may have been opened at that time. If your burden started recently—maybe two weeks or a few months ago—ask Him softly, “Lord, show me what was taking place then. What door did You allow to open?”
Trust that He lovingly desires to guide you into healing.

Step 2: Understanding the Root of the Issue

Often, the beginnings of our struggles fall into one or more of five areas:

1. Personal sin

2. Generational sin or curses

3. Lies we have believed

4. Words spoken or soulish prayers

5. Spiritual influences

Ask the Lord with a humble heart which area He would have you address first. Each challenge may have its own pathway to freedom, so pray through each gently and patiently, unless the Holy Spirit directs otherwise. Sometimes all five areas can be involved, and it is important to close the doors of sin, lies, and negative words before the spiritual stronghold is fully overcome.

Personal Sin

Remember the story of the father and son who struggled with sin, which opened a door for the enemy to harass their lives. If the Lord reveals that personal sin has opened a door, respond with repentance — turning from that sin and asking God’s forgiveness. The Lord is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (Psalm 103:3).

Next steps: Repent sincerely. Set loving boundaries as a tangible step of turning away, just as the family did by guarding their TV and phone usage.

Prayer:
“Father God, I come before You acknowledging my sin. Please forgive me for [name the sin]. Thank You that Your Word promises forgiveness and cleansing. I choose now to turn away from this and walk in Your grace and freedom. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”

Family Sin Patterns or Curses

Sometimes struggles come to us through our family line—patterns passed down through generations. If you sense this is true for you, perhaps you’ve seen the same struggles in your parents, grandparents, or even your children. The Lord understands and is able to break every chain.

Next steps: Ask God to forgive the iniquities of your ancestors and break every generational curse. Speak God’s blessing and healing over your life, replacing every dark burden with His peace, joy, and love (Numbers 14:18, Exodus 20:5).

Prayer:
“Lord, thank You for the cross of Jesus, where every curse was broken. I place His sacrifice between me and every generational sin or curse that has held my family captive. In Jesus’ Name, I declare freedom for myself and my descendants.”

Lies We Believe

Faith is trusting in what we cannot see—believing God’s truth over the enemy’s lies (Hebrews 11:1). Sadly, many of us carry deep lies that quietly shape our hearts and actions. You might feel “not good enough” or believe your worth depends on what you do rather than who God says you are.

Next steps: Spend time with the Lord identifying the lies in your heart. Write down scriptures that speak God’s truth to you. Speak those truths aloud and invite the Holy Spirit to replace every lie with the living Word of God.

Prayer:
“Jesus, You are the way, the truth, and the life. I confess that I have believed lies about [name the lie]. I now choose to believe Your truth instead. Fill my heart with Your Word and heal me. Thank You for Your love and faithfulness.”

Pause and listen quietly for His loving voice, then speak what He reveals, receiving His healing grace.

Words and Soulish Prayers

The Bible reminds us that our words hold life and death (Proverbs 18:21). When we speak negatively—whether about ourselves or others—or pray to control others’ wills, we open doors for the enemy’s power. This includes “soulish prayers” that seek to manipulate or accuse rather than align with God’s heart.

Next steps: Reflect on whether you have spoken words that bring death rather than life, or prayed soulish prayers. Humbly ask God to forgive you and break any assignments of the enemy tied to those words.

Prayer:
“Father, forgive me for the words I have spoken that have brought death or pain. I repent and ask the Holy Spirit to guide my speech so I may only speak life and blessing over myself and others. I cancel every negative word spoken over me and every soulish prayer that has taken hold. I invite Your truth, peace, and love to reign in my heart and life. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”

Remember, dear one, God’s heart is for your healing, freedom, and fullness of life. Take these steps gently, knowing the Good Shepherd walks with you every step of the way.