From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is filled with stories of deliverance—real people in real bondage who encountered a real God. Whether it was the Israelites in slavery, Daniel in the lion’s den, or Paul and Silas in prison, the common theme is that God breaks chains. These stories are not just ancient accounts; they are living promises for today. Chains, in the spiritual sense, are anything that keeps us from walking in the freedom God has designed for us. They may be invisible, but their impact is real—fear, addiction, generational curses, lies, guilt, shame, or the grip of sin.
Breaking these chains doesn’t happen by human strength. True freedom comes only through the power of Jesus Christ. When He died and rose again, He didn’t just conquer death—He broke the authority of every spiritual chain. And now, through the Holy Spirit, we have access to that same power. We’re not meant to live as captives. We’re called to live free, whole, and full of purpose.
These Scriptures will remind you of the freedom you’ve been promised and the victory that is already yours. If you feel weighed down by spiritual bondage, let these verses stir up your faith and turn your heart toward the Deliverer who still breaks every chain.
Bible Verses for Breaking Chains Spiritually
1. Isaiah 58:6
Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke?
2. John 8:36
If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.
3. 2 Corinthians 10:4
For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds.
4. Galatians 5:1
Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.
5. Luke 4:18
The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives…
6. Psalm 107:14
He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death, and brake their bands in sunder.
7. Acts 16:26
And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one’s bands were loosed.
8. Romans 6:6
Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin.
9. Colossians 1:13
Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son.
10. Isaiah 10:27
And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.
11. Jeremiah 30:8
For it shall come to pass in that day, saith the Lord of hosts, that I will break his yoke from off thy neck, and will burst thy bonds…
12. Nahum 1:13
Now will I break his yoke from off thee, and will burst thy bonds in sunder.
13. Psalm 34:17
The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.
14. Romans 8:2
For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
15. Hebrews 2:14-15
That through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil; and deliver them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage.
16. Psalm 146:7
Which executeth judgment for the oppressed: which giveth food to the hungry. The Lord looseth the prisoners.
17. Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me… he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound.
18. Micah 7:8
Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord shall be a light unto me.
19. Zechariah 9:11-12
As for thee also, by the blood of thy covenant I have sent forth thy prisoners out of the pit… turn you to the strong hold, ye prisoners of hope.
20. Psalm 18:2
The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust…
21. James 4:7
Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
22. Matthew 11:28-30
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest… For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
23. 1 John 4:4
Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
24. 1 Peter 5:8-9
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil… whom resist stedfast in the faith…
25. Psalm 91:3
Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence.
26. 1 Corinthians 10:13
There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful… will with the temptation also make a way to escape…
27. Ezekiel 34:27
…they shall be safe in their land, and shall know that I am the Lord, when I have broken the bands of their yoke…
28. Proverbs 12:28
In the way of righteousness is life; and in the pathway thereof there is no death.
29. Romans 8:37
Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
30. 1 John 3:8
For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
31. Psalm 40:2
He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock…
32. Galatians 4:7
Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.
33. 2 Timothy 1:7
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
34. Revelation 12:11
And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony…
35. Psalm 119:45
And I will walk at liberty: for I seek thy precepts.
Our Thoughts On What the Bible Says About Breaking Chains Spiritually
When we think about spiritual chains, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The enemy wants us to believe we are stuck, powerless, or beyond help. But God says otherwise. Scripture reveals a God who doesn’t just comfort us in bondage—He delivers us from it. His Word is clear: freedom is our inheritance through Christ. Every chain that binds—fear, shame, guilt, temptation—can be broken when we apply the truth of Scripture and walk in faith. The power to break chains doesn’t come from within us, but from the finished work of Jesus. These verses show us that freedom is not a distant dream; it’s a present reality for every believer who calls on His name. We serve a Chain Breaker, and when He moves, nothing can hold us.
Say This Prayer
Lord, I thank You that You are the God who breaks every chain. I bring before You every burden, every stronghold, and every lie that has kept me bound. By the blood of Jesus, I declare freedom over my life. Break every chain that holds me back from walking in Your purpose. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit and renew my mind with Your truth. Teach me to trust You more deeply, stand on Your Word, and walk in the liberty You’ve promised. Thank You that in You, I am no longer a slave—I am free. In Jesus’ name, Amen.