ThruthCafe, Ep. 25 Anointing Oil, What is it?

In this Truth Cafe episode, Pastor Sean and Pastor H respond to a real question from a listener who has practiced anointing her home (doors, windows, etc.) as a symbolic act of faith—but recently began wondering: Is this Scripture… or is it dangerously close to superstition or even witchcraft?

Together, they walk through what the Bible actually teaches about anointing, using key passages like James 5:14–16(anointing the sick with oil) and 1 John 2 (the anointing that abides in believers). They explain the difference between oil as a symbol and the Holy Spirit as the true anointing, and why the power is never in the object—but in Christ and the faith-filled prayer offered in His name.

They also explore:

How anointing connects to covenant, consecration, and God’s presence

Why believers don’t need “special powers” or secret knowledge to pray with authority

The balance between personal authority in the home and the strength of praying in community

Why the ultimate goal isn’t external rituals—but the indwelling Spirit and a daily life abiding in Christ

If you’ve ever heard the word “anointing” and thought, What does that even mean?—or you’ve wondered whether using oil is biblical or unnecessary—this conversation brings clarity, balance, and Scripture-based confidence.