Impartation for Breakthrough: Embracing Generational Blessings and Healing

Devotional

Day 1: God’s Blessings Are Received, Not Earned

God’s blessings are not based on our status, performance, or birth order, but are given according to His divine purpose and grace. Just as Jacob intentionally crossed his hands to bless the younger Ephraim over the older Manasseh, God often chooses to bless us in ways that defy human expectations. You may feel unqualified, overlooked, or like you don’t have the right background, but God’s favor is not something you can work for or negotiate; it is a gift to be received. Let go of striving and receive the generational blessings God desires to pour into your life, trusting that His plans for you are greater than anything you could achieve on your own. [56:11]

Genesis 48:8-20 (ESV)
When Israel saw Joseph’s sons, he said, “Who are these?” Joseph said to his father, “They are my sons, whom God has given me here.” And he said, “Bring them to me, please, that I may bless them.” Now the eyes of Israel were dim with age, so that he could not see. So Joseph brought them near him, and he kissed them and embraced them. And Israel said to Joseph, “I never expected to see your face; and behold, God has let me see your offspring also.” Then Joseph removed them from his knees, and he bowed himself with his face to the earth. And Joseph took them both, Ephraim in his right hand toward Israel’s left hand, and Manasseh in his left hand toward Israel’s right hand, and brought them near him. And Israel stretched out his right hand and laid it on the head of Ephraim, who was the younger, and his left hand on the head of Manasseh, crossing his hands (for Manasseh was the firstborn). And he blessed Joseph and said,
“The God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac walked,
the God who has been my shepherd all my life long to this day,
the angel who has redeemed me from all evil, bless the boys;
and in them let my name be carried on, and the name of my fathers Abraham and Isaac;
and let them grow into a multitude in the midst of the earth.”
When Joseph saw that his father laid his right hand on the head of Ephraim, it displeased him, and he took his father’s hand to move it from Ephraim’s head to Manasseh’s head. And Joseph said to his father, “Not this way, my father; since this one is the firstborn, put your right hand on his head.” But his father refused and said, “I know, my son, I know. He also shall become a people, and he also shall be great. Nevertheless, his younger brother shall be greater than he, and his offspring shall become a multitude of nations.” So he blessed them that day, saying,
“By you Israel will pronounce blessings, saying,
‘God make you as Ephraim and as Manasseh.’”
Thus he put Ephraim before Manasseh.

Reflection: Where in your life have you been striving to earn God’s favor or blessing, and how can you intentionally shift to a posture of simply receiving what He wants to give you today?

Day 2: The Foundation of Faith—Impartation and Breakthrough

A strong spiritual foundation is essential for breakthrough, and the Bible teaches that the laying on of hands is a vital part of that foundation. This act is not just a ritual, but a means by which God imparts blessing, healing, empowerment, and calling to His people. When we skip or resist this part of our faith, we may find ourselves paying more—emotionally, spiritually, or even physically—for things God has already made available to us through Christ. Don’t let hesitation or past hurts keep you from receiving the impartation God wants to release in your life; step into the fullness of what He has for you and experience supernatural acceleration into your destiny. [58:08]

Hebrews 6:1-2 (ESV)
Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, and of instruction about washings, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.

Reflection: Is there a spiritual practice or truth—like the laying on of hands—that you have hesitated to embrace? What would it look like to open your heart to God’s impartation for breakthrough this week?

Day 3: Healing Is Your Inheritance

Healing is not something you have to earn or work up; it is part of your inheritance as a child of God. Jesus paid the full price for your healing—body, soul, and spirit—on the cross, and He invites you to receive it by faith. The Bible says that believers will lay hands on the sick and they will recover, not because of their own power, but because Jesus, the Healer, is present. Whether you need healing yourself or are called to pray for others, remember that God’s power is available and active today. Don’t let doubt or fear keep you from stepping out in faith and experiencing the wholeness Jesus has already purchased for you. [01:20:20]

Mark 16:17-18 (ESV)
And these signs will accompany those who believe: in my name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up serpents with their hands; and if they drink any deadly poison, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover.

Reflection: Who is one person you can pray for today—either in person or from a distance—asking God to bring healing, and how can you trust Him for the results?

Day 4: Be Filled and Empowered by the Holy Spirit

God desires not only to save you, but to fill you with His Holy Spirit, empowering you to live beyond your own strength. The laying on of hands is a biblical way God uses to release the power and gifts of the Holy Spirit in your life, equipping you for your calling and giving you boldness, love, and a sound mind. You don’t have to do life on your own or rely on your own willpower; the Holy Spirit is available to fill you afresh, break off fear, and enable you to walk in victory. Open your heart to receive all that God has for you, and let Him fill every area of your life with His presence and power. [01:30:39]

Acts 19:1-6 (ESV)
And it happened that while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul passed through the inland country and came to Ephesus. There he found some disciples. And he said to them, “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?” And they said, “No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.” And he said, “Into what then were you baptized?” They said, “Into John’s baptism.” And Paul said, “John baptized with the baptism of repentance, telling the people to believe in the one who was to come after him, that is, Jesus.” On hearing this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. And when Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they began speaking in tongues and prophesying.

Reflection: In what area of your life do you most need the Holy Spirit’s power and presence today, and how can you invite Him to fill you afresh right now?

Day 5: Forgiveness and Submission Release Breakthrough

Breakthrough is often hindered not by God’s unwillingness, but by our own unforgiveness or resistance to spiritual authority. God calls us to forgive those who have hurt us—even those in authority—and to submit ourselves under His leadership, trusting that He will work all things together for our good. When we let go of bitterness and choose to root ourselves where God has planted us, we open the door for healing, restoration, and the release of our calling. Don’t let past wounds or disappointments keep you from the fullness of what God wants to do in your life; choose forgiveness and submission, and watch as God accelerates you into your destiny. [01:45:17]

Ephesians 4:31-32 (ESV)
Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

Reflection: Is there someone—perhaps a leader or authority figure—you need to forgive today? What step can you take to release them to God and submit your heart afresh to His authority?

Sermon Summary

Today, we gathered with a sense of anticipation, knowing that whenever we come into the presence of the Lord, He desires to move among us in powerful ways. We celebrated the goodness of God, not just in our own lives, but in the lives of those in our community—whether it’s through outreach in places like Santa Rita Jail, or by serving thousands through our upcoming harvest and Thanksgiving events. This is a season of harvest, and God is calling us to be a people who love unconditionally, equip one another, and walk in the supernatural, Spirit-filled life He’s made available.

We explored the foundational doctrines of our faith, as outlined in Hebrews 6: repentance, faith, baptism, the laying on of hands, resurrection, and eternal judgment. These are not just theological ideas, but the bedrock upon which our lives are built. If our foundation is shaky, everything we build will be unstable. Too often, we try to pay “full price” for things God has already provided—peace, joy, breakthrough—because we’re not walking in the fullness of what He’s given us. The laying on of hands is one of those gifts, a means by which God imparts blessing, healing, and empowerment, not because of our merit, but because of His grace.

Looking at Genesis 48, we saw how Jacob (Israel) intentionally crossed his hands to bless the younger grandson, Ephraim, over the older, Manasseh. This act was prophetic, showing that God’s blessings are not distributed according to human expectations, status, or birth order, but according to His divine purpose. God delights in reversing the expected order, pouring out favor and destiny on those who may feel disqualified or overlooked. The generational blessing Jacob released was not something his grandsons earned; it was an impartation of everything God had done in his life, transferred to the next generation.

We also recognized that while the world talks much about generational curses, God’s heart is to release generational blessings—favor, healing, and breakthrough that accelerate us beyond what we could achieve on our own. The laying on of hands is a biblical means for healing, for being filled with the Holy Spirit, and for being sent into our God-given calling. It’s not about striving or earning, but about receiving by faith what Jesus has already paid for. Today, the invitation is to step out of striving, surrender to the Holy Spirit, and receive the impartation for breakthrough—so that we, and the generations after us, can walk in the fullness of God’s promises.

Key Takeaways

1. God’s Blessings Are Received, Not Earned God’s favor and blessing are not a result of our performance, status, or background. Just as Jacob crossed his hands to bless Ephraim, God often chooses the unlikely, the overlooked, and the unqualified to display His grace. Our role is to receive by faith, not to strive for what has already been freely given through Christ. [54:49]
2. Impartation Breaks the Cycle of Striving When we neglect foundational truths like the laying on of hands, we end up “paying full price” for peace, joy, and breakthrough—carrying burdens we were never meant to bear. God’s design is for us to receive impartation—blessing, healing, and empowerment—so that we can walk in supernatural acceleration, not exhaustion. [66:07]
3. Generational Blessings Surpass Generational Curses While many focus on breaking generational curses, God’s greater desire is to establish generational blessings. Through faith and impartation, what God has done in one generation can be transferred to the next, releasing favor, healing, and destiny that we did not earn but are called to steward. [69:06]
4. The New Creation Must Lead the Old Nature In Christ, our spirit—the “younger” part of us—should lead our flesh, the “older” part. True breakthrough comes when we allow the new creation to dominate, refusing to let old patterns or the world’s expectations dictate our lives. This requires surrender to the Holy Spirit and a willingness to be led by Him daily. [77:16]
5. Impartation Equips Us for Healing, Filling, and Sending The laying on of hands is a biblical means for healing the sick, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and being released into our calling. It’s not about our power, but about God’s power working through us. When we step out in faith, God steps in with power, equipping us to bring transformation to our world. [91:00]

Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[49:36] - Anticipation in God’s Presence
[50:13] - Celebrating Community Outreach
[51:26] - Our Vision: Family, Love, Equipping, Healing
[52:26] - Genesis 48: The Blessing of Jacob
[54:49] - God’s Unexpected Order of Blessing
[57:09] - Foundations of Faith from Hebrews 6
[59:19] - Repentance, Faith, Baptism, and Laying on of Hands
[62:43] - The Cost of Missing God’s Foundation
[66:07] - Receiving What God Freely Gives
[68:06] - Generational Blessings vs. Curses
[71:24] - Blessings Are Received, Not Earned
[77:16] - Letting the New Creation Lead
[79:46] - Three Purposes for Laying on of Hands
[81:04] - Healing as Inheritance
[91:00] - Healing, Filling, and Sending
[101:00] - God’s Anointing Finds You
[103:52] - Prayer and Impartation for Breakthrough

Bible Study Guide

Bible Reading

Genesis 48:8-20 (ESV) — > 8 When Israel saw Joseph’s sons, he said, “Who are these?” 9 Joseph said to his father, “They are my sons, whom God has given me here.” And he said, “Bring them to me, please, that I may bless them.” 10 Now the eyes of Israel were dim with age, so that he could not see. So Joseph brought them near him, and he kissed them and embraced them. 11 And Israel said to Joseph, “I never expected to see your face; and behold, God has let me see your offspring also.” 12 Then Joseph removed them from his knees, and he bowed himself with his face to the earth. 13 And Joseph took them both, Ephraim in his right hand toward Israel’s left hand, and Manasseh in his left hand toward Israel’s right hand, and brought them near him. 14 And Israel stretched out his right hand and laid it on the head of Ephraim, who was the younger, and his left hand on the head of Manasseh, crossing his hands (for Manasseh was the firstborn). 15 And he blessed Joseph and said,
>
> “The God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac walked,
> the God who has been my shepherd all my life long to this day,
> 16 the angel who has redeemed me from all evil, bless the boys;
> and in them let my name be carried on, and the name of my fathers Abraham and Isaac;
> and let them grow into a multitude in the midst of the earth.”
>
> 17 When Joseph saw that his father laid his right hand on the head of Ephraim, it displeased him, and he took his father’s hand to move it from Ephraim’s head to Manasseh’s head. 18 And Joseph said to his father, “Not this way, my father; since this one is the firstborn, put your right hand on his head.” 19 But his father refused and said, “I know, my son, I know. He also shall become a people, and he also shall be great. Nevertheless, his younger brother shall be greater than he, and his offspring shall become a multitude of nations.” 20 So he blessed them that day, saying,
>
> “By you Israel will pronounce blessings, saying,
> ‘God make you as Ephraim and as Manasseh.’”
>
> Thus he put Ephraim before Manasseh.

Hebrews 6:1-2 (ESV) — > 1 Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, 2 and of instruction about washings, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment.

Mark 16:17-18 (ESV) — > 17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: in my name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; 18 they will pick up serpents with their hands; and if they drink any deadly poison, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover.

Observation Questions

In Genesis 48, what did Jacob (Israel) do with his hands when blessing Joseph’s sons, and why was this significant?
According to Hebrews 6:1-2, what are the foundational doctrines of the Christian faith that the early church was taught?
What are the three main purposes for the laying on of hands mentioned in the sermon?
In Mark 16:17-18, who does Jesus say will lay hands on the sick and see them recover? Is it just pastors or someone else?

Interpretation Questions

Why do you think God chose to bless the younger son, Ephraim, over the older, Manasseh? What does this reveal about how God works?
The sermon says that “God’s blessings are received, not earned.” How does this challenge the way people often think about God’s favor and blessing?
The pastor talked about “paying full price” for things God has already provided, like peace and breakthrough. What does it look like in real life to try to earn what God wants to give freely?
The sermon draws a contrast between generational curses and generational blessings. How does the idea of impartation through the laying on of hands shift the focus from curses to blessings?

Application Questions

The story of Jacob crossing his hands shows that God’s blessing doesn’t always follow human expectations or status. Have you ever felt overlooked or disqualified? How might God want to use you anyway?
The sermon says we often “pay full price” for things like peace, joy, or breakthrough because we’re not walking in the fullness of what God has given. Is there an area in your life where you feel like you’re striving or exhausted instead of receiving? What would it look like to surrender that area to God?
The pastor shared about the power of generational blessings. Are there blessings or breakthroughs in your family line that you can thank God for? Or are you being called to start a new legacy of blessing for future generations?
The laying on of hands is described as a way God imparts healing, filling, and sending. Have you ever received prayer in this way? What was your experience? If not, is there something holding you back from asking for prayer or stepping out in faith?
The sermon challenges us to let the “new creation” (our spirit in Christ) lead our “old nature” (our flesh). What is one practical way you can let your new identity in Christ lead your decisions or reactions this week?
The pastor mentioned that sometimes we hesitate to receive from God because of past hurts or disappointments, especially with authority figures. Is there someone you need to forgive or a hurt you need to bring to God so you can receive all He has for you?
The message ended with an invitation to step out of striving and receive by faith. What is one area where you need to stop striving and simply receive what Jesus has already paid for? How can the group pray for you in this?

Sermon Clips

All of us, whether you believe in God or not, whether you've ever been to church or not, all of us will stand before God and we will have to speak to whether we know Jesus or not. Did you know him relationally? Not know about him. Did you have an intimate relationship with Jesus? And that is our salvation. If the answer is yes, you're saved. [01:00:47] (25 seconds) #KnowJesusRelationally

Blessing and healing come when we let our new nature lead our old nature. And God wants to impart breakthrough to you tonight, but you got to get this today, that I am going to be led by the new creation, not by the part, the other part. It is being sanctified. It's trying to catch up, because that new part of me is in heavenly places. It's already seated by the Father. That's who I am, chosen royal priesthood. My flesh don't know it yet, but it does not have control over me. The newest part is my dominant part. But you need the Holy Spirit to do that. You need to receive what God has for you. [01:18:03] (49 seconds) #LedByNewCreation

He did that to break the curse of sin and sickness off your life and to bring the blessing of God into your life, and that's amazing because in the same verse, he says that he forgives your sin, and in that same verse, he says he heals your body. See, everyone in this room, I believe, believes that Jesus can forgive sin, but many of us in this day and age, because of all our pill-popping and homeopathic medicines and acupuncture and keto diets and carb diets and vegan diets and YouTube influencers, we don't believe in God. We believe in him, only when we live our lives quickly and boldly, and that we believe in that side of us that he's going to care for us. [01:25:41] (51 seconds) #JesusHealsAndForgives

You don't have to manipulate your way to a title. You don't have to fight for a seat at the table. When God is ready to elevate you, the anointing will find you, because the Bible says that the gifts make room for you. Amen. And culturally, Ephraim was born into the wrong position. Manasseh the oldest was born into the right one. But through the laying on of hands, Jacob, known as Israel, takes the person out of position and gives them authority of position. Where you're standing does not matter. The fact that you, where you are, are submitted to where God has placed you. The fact that you're serving where God has placed you. The fact that you're doing now what God has called you to do now. Not waiting for tomorrow's anointing. Living in today's anointing. God says you don't have to chase anointing. God is saying the anointing will chase you. It will find you. You don't have to find it. God is the one who elevates. He's the one who promotes. And he's the one that places the mantle on people. [01:41:16] (73 seconds) #AnointingFindsYou

It's not about you getting more of the Holy Spirit. It's about Him getting more of you. It's about you surrendering to the influence of the Holy Spirit who's speaking to you right now. Within you, and what's going on is you're battling. The flesh is battling with the new creation, saying, yeah, there's more. There's more. We're ready to pray for you. We're ready to agree. We're ready to believe. Breakthrough is here in your life. [01:49:15] (31 seconds) #MoreOfHimLessOfMe

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