Soul ties are created by the type of bond you form. If parts of your relationship line up with God’s will but other parts do not, you can experience both healthy and unhealthy ties simultaneously. Examples: Marriage but infidelity/manipulation: The marriage covenant itself is a godly soul tie (Genesis 2:24), but if the relationship becomes controlling, manipulative, or abusive, an ungodly layer can form alongside the godly one. Spiritual mentorship with sin: A mentor/leader bond can be a godly tie. But if it becomes controlling, manipulative, or emotionally dependent, an ungodly tie can form too. Close friendship: Deep friendship rooted in Christ can be godly. But if it crosses into sexual sin or codependency, the healthy bond coexists with an unhealthy one. - Godly Soul Tie vs. Ungodly Soul Tie Peace, growth, encouragement in Christ vs. Confusion, fear, lust, manipulation Healthy boundaries & respect vs. Control, obsession, idolatry Leads you closer to God’s calling vs. Distracts or pulls you from God’s calling You might feel peace and love with the person sometimes, but also feel trapped, manipulated, or unable to detach in unhealthy ways. That’s a sign there’s both good and bad. - What to Do You don’t have to destroy everything about the relationship to break the ungodly part. You can pray to renounce and sever the unhealthy tie while asking God to preserve and purify the godly tie. - Prayer to break ungodly soul ties but preserve Godly ones Heavenly Father, I come to You in the name of Jesus Christ. Thank You for every relationship You have ordained in my life for my good and for Your glory. I honor the covenant and godly ties You have established with [name]. But Lord, I also acknowledge that sin, brokenness, or unhealthy patterns have allowed ungodly ties to form between us. I repent for any ways I have contributed to these bonds—whether through sin, idolatry, control, manipulation, or emotional dependency. I ask for Your forgiveness and cleansing through the blood of Jesus.

A soul tie is a deep spiritual and emotional bond between two people. The Bible describes humanity as being body, soul, and spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:23). Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions—so when it ties to another person, you become knit together in a way that affects your heart, decisions, and even spiritual walk. The word knit is used in Scripture to describe close bonds: 1 Samuel 18:1 – “The soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.” (A godly soul tie—friendship in covenant love.) But sin can corrupt this bond: 1 Corinthians 6:16 – “Do you not know that he who unites himself with a prostitute is one with her in body? For it is said, ‘The two will become one flesh.’” (An ungodly soul tie through sexual sin.) - Godly Soul Ties (Healthy Attachments) These are relationships aligned with God’s will, rooted in covenant, love, and purity. Examples: Marriage covenant (Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:5–6) – husband and wife become “one flesh.” Healthy friendships and spiritual family (Ruth and Naomi in Ruth 1:16–17; Jonathan and David). Discipleship and spiritual covering (Paul and Timothy, Philippians 2:22). Characteristics: ✅ Rooted in Christ ✅ Lead to love, growth, and righteousness ✅ Respect free will and boundaries ✅ Encourage holiness - Ungodly Soul Ties (Unhealthy Attachments) These form when relationships are built on sin, manipulation, idolatry, or emotional dependency. Through sexual sin outside of marriage (1 Cor. 6:16). Through idolatrous relationships (putting someone above God – Exodus 20:3). Through control and manipulation (Jezebel/Ahab dynamic – 1 Kings 21). Through toxic or abusive bonds that keep you bound in fear, shame, or guilt. Characteristics: ❌ Rooted in sin or emotional bondage ❌ Produce confusion, lust, fear, or control ❌ Distract from God’s call and purpose ❌ Rob peace and spiritual clarity - Prayer to Break and Renounce Ungodly Soul Ties