TLDR;
Akim Dubusi shares his testimony of being freed from darkness through understanding the symbolism of the pomegranate in the Bible. He explains how the pomegranate, representing fertility, abundance, and the fruits of the spirit, is feared by the enemy and how living a righteous life filled with the Holy Spirit creates a barrier against evil. He encourages viewers to cultivate spiritual fruitfulness, practice righteousness, and treat their bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit to experience God's abundance and protection.
- The pomegranate symbolises fertility, abundance, and the fruits of the spirit.
- The enemy fears symbols of spiritual fruitfulness.
- Living a righteous life filled with the Holy Spirit creates a barrier against evil.
- Biblical symbols represent eternal truths that the kingdom of darkness cannot resist.
- Cultivating spiritual fruitfulness, practicing righteousness, and treating the body as a temple are key to spiritual protection.
Introduction [0:02]
Akim Dubusi introduces himself and shares that he was once trapped in darkness, consumed by rituals and sacrifices, believing he had power but feeling empty inside. He realised he was on the brink of destruction until he discovered a simple truth in the scriptures connected to the pomegranate, which changed his perspective on spiritual warfare. He encourages viewers to comment where they are watching from, emphasising that hearing his account is not by chance.
The Pomegranate in the Bible [1:00]
The pomegranate appears multiple times in the Bible, such as in Exodus 28:33-34, where God commanded the high priest's robes to be adorned with pomegranates, and in 1 Kings 7:18-20, as ornaments on the pillars of Solomon's temple. The pomegranate symbolises fertility, abundance, and multiplication, with its red seeds resembling spiritual wealth. Hebrew tradition suggests each pomegranate contains 613 seeds, mirroring the Torah's commandments, teaching that an abundant life stems from obedience and righteousness. God placed this symbol of fruitfulness in sacred places to remind people to bear fruits worthy of repentance. In Song of Songs 4:3, it's associated with the beauty of the church, and in John 15:5, Jesus emphasises the importance of bearing much fruit.
The Enemy's Fear of Spiritual Fruitfulness [2:56]
The enemy fears symbols of spiritual fruitfulness, such as the pomegranate, which reveals hundreds of seeds reminiscent of Christ's blood. In ancient cultures, the pomegranate symbolised life, resurrection, and fertility. The true power lies not in amulets or rituals, but in living a life filled with the Holy Spirit. Galatians 5:22-23 teaches us to be like spiritual pomegranates, full of love, joy, peace, and other fruits of the spirit, reflecting Christ's character. Demons are disturbed by the real presence of God manifested through spiritual fruits, making Christians living symbols of God's presence and power.
Distorted Symbolism in the Occult [4:40]
During his time in the occult, Akim learned that the pomegranate was a recognised symbol, but its meaning was distorted to represent power over souls. In rituals, fruits with many seeds symbolised dominion over multitudes, perverting God's intention of abundance and blessings. He witnessed an incident where a pomegranate representation stolen from a church caused confusion among invoked spirits, revealing that even in physical form, the symbol carried a spiritual truth the enemy could not bear: God's call for fruitfulness and multiplication. Biblical symbols carry power because they represent eternal truths that the kingdom of darkness cannot resist.
The Body as the Temple of the Holy Spirit [6:31]
1 Corinthians 6:19 highlights that our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. The pomegranate has extraordinary physical properties, rich in antioxidants, strengthening the immune system, and preventing diseases. Egyptians and Greeks used it for medicinal purposes. God placed beneficial properties in this fruit to adorn his temple, teaching that spiritual fruitfulness nourishes our inner being. The occult destroys the body through sacrifices and harmful substances to weaken the temple, making spiritual oppression easier. God provides tools like the pomegranate to strengthen us, caring for our body, soul, and spirit.
Righteousness and Spiritual Understanding [8:42]
The colours of the pomegranates on the high priest's robes—blue, purple, and scarlet—represent heavenly origin, royalty, and sacrifice, respectively. Righteousness is a living reality, not just a theological concept. Proverbs 11:30 intertwines righteousness, fruit, and life, revealing a spiritual truth. The occult operates through deception and abuse of power, offering a false justice that enslaves. Genuine obedience to Christ brings transformative spiritual fruitfulness, dissipating oppression. Where fruits of the spirit flourish, there is no space for darkness. Isaiah 32:17 confirms that righteousness brings peace and security.
The Hatred of Demonic Entities [13:10]
Demonic entities display a visceral hatred for anything authentically representing God's kingdom. Biblical symbols like the cross and, surprisingly, the pomegranate evoke strong reactions. During a ritual, a decorative object with carved pomegranates interrupted the session, causing inexplicable disturbance. This was due to the biblical symbol of fruitfulness and holiness causing repulsion in the kingdom of darkness. These symbols embody eternal spiritual truths that threaten the deceiver's kingdom. The pomegranate reminds the enemy of God's exponential multiplication and perfect order, contrasting with the adversary's scarcity and sterility.
Practical Application and Spiritual Disciplines [16:57]
Consuming pomegranates can be a conscious act of caring for the body as the temple of the Holy Spirit, due to its beneficial properties. However, the true spiritual power lies not in the physical fruit itself, but in developing an inner life that produces fruits of faith, righteousness, and holiness. This protects against the enemy's attacks. Jesus teaches in John 15:8 that bearing much fruit glorifies God. Implementing five spiritual disciplines is crucial: cultivating the fruit of the spirit, practicing concrete righteousness, remaining connected to Christ, seeking intentional spiritual multiplication, and treating the body as a sacred temple.
The Essence of Spiritual Protection [21:17]
Developing an authentic relationship with God organically produces abundant fruits, creating a protective spiritual atmosphere. True spiritual power comes through complete surrender and loving obedience to the Holy Spirit. By submitting to the Holy Spirit, we become living spiritual pomegranates, overflowing with abundant life and transforming influence. The pomegranate symbolises our identity and purpose in the kingdom: to be fruitful, united, protected, and multipliers. God calls us to be living pomegranates, full of fruits, life, and faith.
Conclusion and Invitation to Prayer [23:27]
The enemy fears fruitful Christians as they are living evidence of the gospel's transforming power. Focus on remaining connected to Christ and letting the Holy Spirit produce abundant fruits. Jesus promised abundant life in John 10:10. Akim invites viewers to reflect and decide to seek a life filled with the Holy Spirit, not amulets or rituals. He leads a prayer asking for the Holy Spirit to fill viewers and help them produce fruits worthy of repentance, so their lives may be a testimony of God's abundance and transforming power. He encourages viewers to support the ministry, share the video, and follow their prayer channel for protection against spiritual attacks.