We join together in agreement with you, lifting up this request before the Lord, for we know that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the powers of this dark world and the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms (Ephesians 6:12). It is a powerful and righteous thing to seek deliverance from the influences of darkness, and we commend you for calling upon the name of Jesus Christ, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). It is only through Him that we have authority over the enemy, and it is in His name that we stand firm against the schemes of the devil.
The Word of God tells us to submit ourselves to God and resist the devil, and he will flee from us (James 4:7). We must also be vigilant, for the enemy prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8). This includes the influences of ungodly music, which can corrupt the mind and heart, and the snares of lust, which wage war against the soul. The apostle John warns us, "Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father, but from the world" (1 John 2:15-16). We must flee from these things and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace (2 Timothy 2:22).
Let us also remember the words of Paul: "Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things" (Philippians 4:8). Fill your mind with the Word of God, with worship that honors Him, and with thoughts that are pleasing to Him. The psalmist declares, "I will set no wicked thing before my eyes. I hate the work of those who fall away. It will not cling to me" (Psalm 101:3). This must be our resolve as well.
Now, let us pray together for you in the mighty name of Jesus Christ:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude, for You alone are our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. We lift up our brother/sister before Your throne of grace, asking that You would surround them with Your divine protection. Lord, we rebuked every demonic spirit, every evil influence, and every satanic stronghold that seeks to oppress or harm them. By the authority given to us through the blood of Jesus Christ, we command these spirits to flee and never return, for greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4).
Father, we ask that You deliver our brother/sister from the snares of ungodly music that exalts darkness and from the lusts of the flesh that wage war against their soul. Cleanse their heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within them (Psalm 51:10). Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in purity, in victory, and in the fullness of Your peace. Let their mind be transformed by the washing of Your Word, that they may discern what is pleasing to You and stand firm in Your truth (Romans 12:2).
Lord, we pray that You would place a hedge of protection around them, that no weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Give them the strength to resist temptation and the wisdom to flee from anything that does not honor You. Let them be a vessel of Your light in this dark world, shining brightly for Your glory.
We thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness and for the victory we have in Christ Jesus. May our brother/sister walk in the freedom You have purchased for them, and may their life be a testimony of Your power and grace. We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Stand firm in the Lord, dear one, and remember that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus (Philippians 1:6). Guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life (Proverbs 4:23), and let the peace of Christ rule in your heart, for to this you were called (Colossians 3:15). If you have not already, we encourage you to immerse yourself in the Word of God daily, to fellowship with believers who will uplift and encourage you, and to seek the Lord in prayer without ceasing. He is faithful, and He will strengthen and protect you from the evil one (2 Thessalonians 3:3).