Introduction

God’s promises captured in scripture are absolutely trustworthy. However, we rarely seem to see those promises manifested in our lives. We know where to find them in our Bibles and may even quote them. But knowing scriptures and seeing them at work in our lives are two different things. One way to reap the benefits of God’s Word is to decree and declare scripture. Especially, by using declaration Bible verses.

In this blog, we will dive into the Word of the Lord to do a ‘serious Bible study’ (LOL) on how to decree and declare scripture. We will look into the declare definition, the declare and decree meaning, the decree and declare scripture KJV, and the reason God wants us to decree and declare over our lives.

You’ll also find guidelines on how to decree and declare scripture over your life and many declaration Bible verses. The 50 prophetic declaration bible verses are organized per theme, ready to be used!

So, grab your Bible, prepare your heart, and open yourself to the Spirit of God. He is gonna speak to You!

What does decree and declare mean in the Bible?

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Basically, proclaiming and affirming scriptures over ourselves is stating them and announcing them over our lives. We can do this generally or in specific situations. Often, but not necessarily, a declaration starts with: I decree and declare…, followed by a scripture.

The most important aspect of proclaiming over our lives is that what we say should be based on the Word of God. Because the effect of a decree or declaration is not the way we say it, the elaborate wording we choose, or the energy with which we speak. It is the Word of God itself that captures all the promises and power.

“For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires.” Hebrews 4:12 (NLT)

I decree and declare meaning?

When we decree and declare in prayer or during Christian meditation, we often believe that what we decree will come to pass because we have the power in our words to cause it to happen. However, it is not our words but the Word of God that ignites change in our lives.

When we pray the Word of God, we are not using our words, but His words. God watches over His Word to do what He has said. It is His Word in our mouths that will bring transformation into our lives, and we know God is faithful to hold His Word forever (I Peter 1:25; Isaiah 40:8).

“Then the Lord said to me, ‘You have seen well, for I am ready to perform My word’.” Jeremiah 1:12 (NKJV)

“So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.” Isaiah 55:11 (NKJV)

Often, we use the words decree and declare interchangeably in Christian prayers, but they are unique and mean distinctively two separate things.

I Decree

A decree is a formal statement or announcement, having authoritative power. Declarations are mandates, proclamations, commands, and official orders issued by authority. Basically, a decree is an official order issued by an authority.

The key part is the authority. For a decree to be official—meaning it can be executed—the person issuing the decree must have the authority or the right to pronounce the order. Without that authority, a decree is worthless. For a decree to hold, a person in a position of power and authority must make it.

The good news is that God has given us, His children, the authority to decree His word.

“Look, I have given you authority over all the power of the enemy, and you can walk among snakes and scorpions and crush them. Nothing will injure you.” Luke 10:19 (NLT)

When we decree, we use scripture to state our case about our homes, families, ministries, or any other situation or condition in our lives. We may expect seeing God’s Word manifested in our lives when we decree it. As Christians, we must understand our legal right to have our scriptural decrees endorsed. And that is why we must be careful to decree God’s will (His Word) and not our own.

A decree is a channel through which biblical truths become tangible in our lives; things that we do not yet have and are not yet our daily experience become real. God used decrees when He created the world (Genesis 1: 3,6,7,9):

“Then God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light.”

“Then God said, ‘Let there be a space between the waters, to separate the waters of the heavens from the waters of the earth.’ And that is what happened.”

“Then God said, ‘Let the waters beneath the sky flow together into one place, so dry ground may appear.’ And that is what happened.”

And in Hebrews 11 verse 3 (NKJV), we read, “the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made of things which are visible.”

I Declare

The word declare comes from the Hebrew word achvah, which means to make known or to set forth details and information. A practical example is when we travel and a customs officer asks us to declare (our things): to recount items we have with us (in our possession). The same applies when we declare scriptures: we announce the things we already have! 

A declaration is simply an acknowledgment of something that is already. However, a declaration alone does not have the power to cause what you declare to happen. There is no creative power in a declaration. That is the reason our declarations must be scriptural. It is God’s Word that has the creative power to manifest true transformation in our lives.

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What is the I decree and declare scripture: Bible verse

We can expect positive change when we decree and declare based on Scripture because we ground it in the unchanging Word of God. To get a better understanding of the I decree and declare scripture, it is good to look first at the original King James version of the Bible.

Decree and declare KJV (Job 2228):

“Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways.” (Job 22:28 KJV)

We can call this verse int eth King James Bible the power of declaration Bible verse.

The same verse in Job 22 NKJV, says:

“You will also declare a thing, and it will be established for you; so light will shine on your ways.”

In this video, I dive deeper into the difference between DECREEING and DECLARING—feel free to watch now or after reading!

What does Job 2228 mean?

This declare and decree Bible verse means we pronounce something to be, and God will make it so. The Amplified Bible says, “You shall also decide and decree a thing, and it shall be established for you; and the light [of God’s favor] shall shine upon your ways.”

It is the will of God that we decree over our lives—so He can establish His Word.

Decrees are the privileges of kings! When kings decree, it is automatically settled and becomes the law. Therefore, we can, as kings and priests seated with Christ in heavenly places, rightly make decrees according to the Word of God.

This is the power to decree a thing as Christians!!!

What is the power of the declarations in the Bible?

Our declarations have power because of the inherent authority of God’s word. When we affirm scripture, God ensures He performs His Word.

“So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.” Isaiah 55:11 (NKJV)

We also read in Ephesians 2 verse 6 that we are seated in heavenly places in Christ Jesus. This means we have authority and victory because we are seated with Christ. Through our pronouncements, we can turn these into realities in our own lives, influence our surroundings, change our circumstances, and receive the miracles we long for.

Using Bible study printables on Ephesians is a great way to get you going with declaring God’s truth over your life.

How do you declare over your life?

Because of what God says about us in His Word and His confirmation of who we are, we can confidently proclaim His truth about ourselves. This means we should first know God’s Word before we can decree or declare it, because we cannot proclaim what we don’t know.

Knowing the Word of God is one thing and proclaiming it over our lives is another thing. It is not enough to merely know the Word of God. We should go a step further by actively proclaiming it over our lives for it to be effective.

And don’t be surprised, we should preferably announce it aloud.

What can we decree and declare?

We can declare everything God says about us. Because of what God says about us and His confirmation of who we are, we can confidently proclaim His truth about our lives. Doing this will significantly aid in brightening up our lives, increase our faith in God, and help us to overcome challenges.

We can declare anything as long as it is godly and positive. The key is to declare continually.

With our biblical affirmations, we:

  • Speak God’s blessings upon our lives.
  • Pronounce God’s promises over our lives.
  • Institute the very will and purposes of God.
  • Separate and destroy the plans of the enemy.
  • Affirm God’s plans for our lives.

How do we decree and declare declaration Bible verses?

We are used to reading scriptures and meditating on Bible verses. You may ask, then, how do you speak the Word of God? Several ways can be used to do that. We can:

  • Read complete Bible verses aloud.
  • Replace pronouns with I, me, or our names, while speaking a specific scripture.
  • Substitute names with our names when pronouncing a verse.
  • Focus on one specific verse for a period or declare various verses throughout the day.
  • Decree general scriptures over our lives or use specific scriptures for specific situations.
  • Create our own decrees and declarations based on God’s Word.

When should we use declaration Bible verses?

There is no specific time or best time, or even the best place, to speak scriptures over our lives. We can simply do it anywhere and anytime. Not all situations may allow for speaking aloud. In those cases, we can whisper it in our heads.

We can:

Speak it aloud…

Speak it silently in your heart…

Speak it when you feel bad…

Speak it when you feel good…

Speak it when you are afraid…

Speak it when you are confident…

Speak it when you are about to act …

Speak it when you are taking steps…

Speak it after you have performed…

Speak it before you sleep…

Speak it when you wake up…

Speak it under the shower…

Speak it whilst in the car…

Speak it… everywhere… anytime…

We can make it a habit of saying the decrees and biblical declarations until the truths they affirm become deeply rooted in our hearts and the promises are implemented in our lives. And when they do, we can pick up different declarations and continue.

You can use declarations as a form of prayer. A powerful way is, for example, a Psalm 91 personalized prayer. You declare safety and protection over your life by pronouncing that psalm over your life.

You can create a set of daily biblical declarations to speak over yourself, so you can use them (for example) during your Christian morning routine to start your day right with God!

What to prevent?

It is important to note that we should not only pay attention to our words when we decree and declare but check every word that comes out of our mouths to make sure we aren’t taking sides against what God has said. We do this by being aware that each word we utter has the power to influence our lives, either positively or negatively.

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV)

Another reason is that we will be held accountable for our words during the revelation of Jesus Christ. If we speak idle words, we are nullifying God’s Word in our life and we are hindering the manifestation of His promises. Therefore, it is crucial to guard our tongues and speak in alignment with God’s Word.

“But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken.” Matthew 12:36 (NIV)

Additionally, we should avoid declaring anything that goes against God’s principles and values.

Our declarations should be godly and positive, focusing on His blessings, promises, will, and plans for our lives. By using declaration Bible verses, we will ensure this and align ourselves with His purposes and invite His power and transformation into our circumstances.

Let us, therefore, be aware of what we say throughout the day and remember that the Holy Spirit is ready to guide and lead us.

“May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, o Lord, my rock and my redeemer.” Psalm 19:14 (NLT)

Powerful declaration Bible verses

Declaration Bible verses are powerful statements of faith, promises, and affirmations found throughout Scripture. They can inspire, encourage, and strengthen your spiritual walk.

The Bible is full of declaration scriptures, both in the Old Testament and New Testament. The Spirit of the Lord breathes through each Word of the Bible declaration Bible verses have great authority—we can speak new things into our lives when we decree and declare scriptures.

Depending on your need, you can decree and declare healing, create spiritual warfare declarations and decrees or prophetic declarations and decrees, and use faith declaration scriptures. No matter your need, you’ll find Bible verses on prophetic declarations you can use.

The type of scriptures you choose determines the effect/outcome of your personal biblical declarations. For example:

To get you started, I created an overview with inspiration Bible verses. You could also use a Bible search feature in your Bible app or print Bible and select the verses that speak to you at this moment of your life.

Select a declaration scripture, make it personal, and start with: I declare and decree ….

A great way to start your day is with powerful morning declarations.

Key declaration Bible verses—12 themes

1. Identity in Christ

  • 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV): Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!
  • Galatians 2:20 (NIV): I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
  • 1 Peter 2:9 (NIV): But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.

2. Overcoming Fear and Anxiety

  • Isaiah 41:10 (NIV): So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
  • Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV): Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
  • 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV): For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.

3. Provision and Trust

  • Philippians 4:19 (NIV): And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.
  • Matthew 6:33 (NIV): But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
  • Psalm 34:10 (ESV): The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.

4. Strength and Courage

  • Joshua 1:9 (NIV): Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
  • Isaiah 40:31 (NIV): But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
  • Psalm 91:1 (NIV): Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.

5. Healing and Restoration

  • Jeremiah 30:17 (NIV): But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord.
  • Psalm 147:3 (NIV): He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
  • Romans 4:17 (NIV): As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.” He is our father in the sight of God, in whom he believed—the God who gives life to the dead and calls into being things that were not.

6. Victory and Success

  • Romans 8:37 (NIV): No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.
  • 1 John 5:4 (NIV): For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.
  • James 1:12 (NIV): Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

7. Guidance and Wisdom

  • Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV): Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
  • James 1:5 (NIV): If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.
  • 1 Corinthians 1:20 (NIV): Where is the wise person? Where is the teacher of the law? Where is the philosopher of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world?

8. Love and Relationship with God

  • John 15:5 (NIV): I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.
  • Romans 8:38-39 (NIV): For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
  • John 1:13 (ESV): Who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.

9. Faith and Assurance

  • Hebrews 11:1 (NIV): Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
  • Mark 11:24 (NIV): Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.
  • Matthew 7:15 (NIV): Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves.

10. Peace and Rest

  • John 14:27 (NIV): Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
  • Psalm 23:1-3 (NIV): The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.
  • Isaiah 43:18 (NIV): Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.

11. God’s Promises

  • Isaiah 43:19 (NIV): See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.
  • Revelation 22:10 (ESV): And he said to me, “Do not seal up the words of the prophecy of this book, for the time is near.”
  • Revelation 22:18 (ESV): I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues described in this book.

12. Protection from Evil

  • Proverbs 24:1 (NIV): Do not envy the wicked, do not desire their company.
  • Psalm 91:1 (NIV): Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
  • 2 Peter 2:4 (NIV): For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but sent them to hell, putting them in chains of darkness to be held for judgment.

When we use these declaration bible verses to speak God’s Word over our lives, they become prophetic declarations.

All the above verses are also great to use as meditation Bible verses. You can use the scriptures first to meditate, and then base your personal declarations on them.

If you are just starting, you can use example I declare and decree quotes and read books about how to decree and declare. Then, when you feel more confident, you can create your own, using scriptures.

Take-away declaration Bible verses

God’s Word has the power to create tremendous change in our lives—positive change. When we decree and declare scriptures over our lives, we open the way for the power of God to manifest. Using declaration Bible verses is a powerful way to decree and declare over our lives.

In this blog, you have learned the meaning of declare in the Bible and you found the answer to ‘how to declare and decree over my life.’

Consistency is key with decreeing and declaring. We should make it a habit to speak God’s Word over our lives regularly, not just in times of trouble or need or when we hit rocky ground. By consistently affirming His truth found in declaration Bible verses, we reinforce our faith, strengthen our spiritual authority, and create an atmosphere of victory and breakthrough.

Let’s close with a prayer in the Name of Jesus Christ:

Lord, we praise You for Your Word. Teach us how to speak Your Word over our lives in a way that pleases You and enables us to reap all the life-giving benefits of it. We want to stand on the promises in Your Word and decree them into our lives. We want to proclaim Your glory to become visible in our lives.

Let us remember Your truth throughout the day in every circumstance of our lives. We choose to declare Your Word instead of our own words. Help us, Lord, not to grow weary. And we know, Lord, that You will manifest Your Word when we speak it.

Thank You. In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.

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