A mocking spirit thrives on belittling others, making fun of them, and tearing them down. It’s one of the most harmful forms of negativity, often leaving deep emotional scars. The saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me,” couldn’t be more wrong. Words from a mocking spirit can leave lasting pain in the heart and mind, lingering for years.
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Recognizing the Harm in “Nice” Words: The Power of Subtle Mockery
Mockery doesn’t always show up in obvious ways—it often sneaks in through subtle, almost hidden remarks. Ever heard someone say something like, “That baby has the cutest lazy eye,” or “Your outfit is… interesting. I wouldn’t have put that together myself, but it’s nice”? These might seem like harmless comments, but I call them “nasty nice” remarks—disrespect disguised as compliments. What’s worse, they’re often deliberate, coming from a place of hidden bitterness or resentment. Even the smallest words can have a lasting, negative impact.
The Devil’s Favorite Tactic: How the Mocking Spirit Strikes at Your Purpose
Imagine growing up around someone with a mocking spirit. The fear of being judged, made fun of, or the fear of being perceived in a negative way becomes a part of you. It shapes how you see yourself and how you fear others will see you. This fear can make you feel like you’re not good enough, constantly questioning your worth and abilities.
Mocking is one of the enemy’s favorite tactics because when God calls you to do something great, you will face voices of doubt, fear, and insecurity. But those voices? They’re not yours. They’re stumbling blocks placed by the enemy to discourage you.
Building a Safe Home Environment: Fighting Negative Thoughts and Mockery
One thing that’s been strongly laid on my heart regarding my children and family is the importance of being very selective about who I allow into our home and who my kids spend time with. Equally important is how my children speak to each other.
A lot of people think that taking strict measures around allowing this spirit in my home doesn’t matter, especially when they say things like, “They’ll face worse characters when they get to school.” But as a parent, it’s my responsibility to tear down those wicked thoughts when they’re under my roof. I can’t afford to make my home a battlefield. It’s here, in the home, where I need to instil the tools to fight those negative thoughts and create a safe environment for them.
Having those kinds of negative thoughts planted in me at a young age made things much harder later in life. In my own journey to find purpose, I’ve had to battle those voices every step of the way.
Mocking Destroys Prophets and Hinders Their Calling
Social media can make this even worse. When a leader falls, it’s almost like a sport for some people to mock them, make jokes, or turn their failure into a meme. But we need to remember what Romans 3:23 says: “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” None of us are perfect.
It’s so easy to tear someone down when they mess up. But we need to stop and ask ourselves: What are we really doing? Proverbs 18:21 tells us, “The tongue has the power of life and death.” Every time we speak negatively about someone, we’re not just hurting them—we’re also damaging the people who looked up to them and found inspiration in their journey.
When we tear others down, we discourage those who are watching and may be called to lead.Why? Because they fear being treated the same way. Many people are hiding their gifts, not because they don’t want to serve, but because they’re afraid of judgment and mockery. The mocking spirit has led to the death of countless destinies.
Breaking Free from Doubt: The Power of Positive Habits and Self-Affirmation
If you’re holding back from your calling because of fear or negative voices, it’s time to make a change. You have to distance yourself from those who plant doubt in your mind. Often, the people closest to us have the most influence on our mindset, and we have to be intentional about who we let in.
We need to be mindful of anyone who makes us feel embarrassed or insecure about what we are doing. Your body will let you know—these are signs from God showing you who is not safe for your calling. If someone’s words or presence cause you to shrink back from your purpose, it’s time to reevaluate that relationship.
In my own journey, I had to make some tough decisions. I blocked certain people on social media and kept my goals to myself.
Another key habit that helped me was practicing daily affirmations. I made this part of my routine, even creating a YouTube channel where I share short affirmations. It became a daily reminder of my worth and purpose.
And here’s another important point: surround yourself with the right people. It’s crucial to be part of a community that supports your goals. When you’re with like-minded individuals, you can bounce ideas off each other, offer advice, and encourage one another. As Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
The Serious Consequences of Mocking God’s Chosen: A Warning from Elisha’s Story
Mocking is never something to take lightly. In 2 Kings 2:23-25, a group of young people mocked the prophet Elisha, calling him “bald-head.” Instead of ignoring it, Elisha called on God, and two bears came out of the forest and attacked 42 of the mockers.
God protects those He has chosen. As 1 Chronicles 16:22 says, “Touch not my anointed, and do my prophets no harm.” This is a warning—mocking God’s chosen is serious.
Accountable for Our Words: The Impact of Mocking God’s Calling
For many, including myself, who have mocked or spoken against someone before, we carry the blood of the prophet on our hands, as mentioned in Matthew 23:37, “O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you…” When we speak against someone God has called, we often don’t realize the damage we cause. We may not know how many people we’ve hurt or pushed away from their calling, people who are now hiding from their purpose because of the trauma our words created.
In Ezekiel 3:18, God warns, ‘When I say to a wicked person, “You will surely die,” and you do not warn them or speak out to turn them from their evil ways to save their life, that person will die for their sin, and I will hold you accountable for their blood.’ This is a message for the messenger of Yah: There are serious consequences for not stepping into your calling, and those who mock are responsible for it aswell.
In Matthew 12:36-37 where Jesus says, “I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.
In Closing
This morning, I saw a public figure trending on social media because of her dance at an event. People were mocking her, saying she has no rhythm. But why does this matter? We need to focus on our own behavior and repent from the wicked spirit of mockery. I hope this post opens our eyes to how harmful this spirit can be and challenges us to choose kindness instead.
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