Many believers today are weary from waiting—waiting for answered prayers, fulfilled promises and long-delayed breakthroughs. But what if the resistance you’re facing isn’t just circumstantial, but spiritual?
In a recent interview with Katie Souza, prophetic voice Cindy Jacobs explained how some delays in life are not merely delays, but spiritual battles.
Recognizing the Spirit of Delay
This spirit doesn’t always block blessings entirely—but it slows them, frustrates plans, and drains emotional and mental strength. As Jacobs says, “If Satan can’t stop the blessing, he’ll wear you out in the process to rob your joy.”
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Daniel 7:25 describes this exact tactic: the enemy seeks to “wear out the saints” and alter divine seasons. That sense of hopelessness, unexplained depression, or an overwhelming desire to quit? It may not just be emotional—it could be spiritual warfare.
God Says: ‘Enough is Enough’
In a powerful encounter, the Holy Spirit gave Jacobs the Spanish word ‘basta’—meaning “enough is enough”—as a weapon against this spirit. It’s more than a word; it’s a spiritual declaration. Believers are being called to rise up in authority and declare basta over the demonic delays holding back their progress, provision and peace.
“Some of you, you know, it’s like you’re trying to close a deal and over and over and over you just can’t do it. You know, it’s like you’re trying to get a project finished, cannot get that project finished,” Jacobs says of delay. “Satan comes to persecute the saints.”
A Call to Perseverance and Power
Luke 18 reminds us of the persistent widow, who refused to give up until justice came. Jesus used her example to urge believers to pray and never lose heart. He promises that God will not delay in helping His people—but will act speedily.
If you’ve been facing unexplained delays—whether in your finances, health, relationships or destiny—now is the time to stand in faith, speak the word basta and expect breakthrough. Through the power of prayer and agreement with other believers, it is possible to see the strongholds of delay broken off turned around, creating a remarkable testimony. Through prayer and obedience, the delay must be broken.
If you’ve been feeling weary, delayed, or emotionally worn down, know this: God has not forgotten you. The spirit of delay is real—but it is no match for the authority you have in Christ. Your prayers matter. Your persistence matters. And breakthrough is not only possible—it’s promised. Don’t give up. Your moment of answered prayers may be just one declaration away.
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Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
