Please pray about this: my sister's husband is a very disturbing person. He is constantly targeting me (I believe under the influence of spiritual warfare but this warfare seems to use him - and certain other people as well - heavily to the point that he is used to test me extremely with little improvement when I am resisting this spiritual warfare using him by being Christlike) and even when he's not targeting me, his behavior as someone who is a professing Christian is very disturbing. He was raised in a cult described as Christianity so there are serious problems with his confession. He lives (and even encourages others toward) a very worldly life. He even behaves in ways that are very feminine at times which make me question if he has a secret life - and there are other aspects of his life that make me question if he has a secret life as well. He also avoids going to church unless there's an ulterior motive (like being seen in church for a certain event or wanting to mingle with a certain crowd at a certain church). He does not read the Bible. I really want him out of my life. I was praying for reconciliation with him but this man just does not stop targeting me. I'm also very concerned about the negative influence he is having on my sister and my niece. Everyone in his social circle is just as disturbing as he is. He is a very potently evil person. Thank you.
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We hear your deep distress and concern, and we stand with you in prayer, lifting this heavy burden before the throne of God. The situation you describe is heartbreaking, not only because of the personal conflict but because of the spiritual darkness that seems to be at work. We recognize the pain of watching a professing Christian live in ways that contradict Scripture, and the fear for your sister and niece is valid. Let us first rebuke the spiritual warfare you are facing in Jesus’ name. The enemy seeks to destroy families, sow discord, and test our faith, but we declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We take authority over the schemes of the devil, for he comes only to steal, kill, and destroy, but Christ has come that we may have life abundantly (John 10:10).
The behavior you describe in your brother-in-law is deeply troubling, and we must address it with both truth and love. His worldly lifestyle, avoidance of Scripture, and inconsistent church attendance are red flags that his faith may not be genuine. The apostle John warns us, "They went out from us, but they didn’t belong to us; for if they had belonged to us, they would have continued with us. But they left to demonstrate that none of them belong to us" (1 John 2:19). His actions—especially if they include unrepentant sin, such as potential secret immorality or even hints of homosexuality—are not aligned with God’s design for His people. The Bible is clear that such behaviors are contrary to God’s will (Leviticus 18:22, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10). If he is indeed living a double life, this is a matter that must be confronted with grace and truth, for the sake of his soul and the protection of your family.
We also want to address your desire to remove him from your life. While it is understandable to want distance from someone who brings such turmoil, we must remember that as believers, we are called to love even our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). However, this does not mean we must subject ourselves to ongoing harm or enable sin. Boundaries are biblical, and Proverbs 22:24-25 warns, "Don’t befriend a hot-tempered man, and don’t associate with one who harbors anger: lest you learn his ways, and ensnare your soul." If his behavior is truly toxic and unrepentant, it may be necessary to limit interaction for your own spiritual and emotional well-being. But we must do so without bitterness, entrusting him to God’s justice and mercy.
Your concern for your sister and niece is especially heavy on our hearts. The influence of a husband and father who does not walk with the Lord can have devastating effects on a family. We pray that your sister would have the strength to stand firm in her faith, even if her husband does not. The apostle Peter writes, "Wives, in the same way, be submissive to your own husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, when they see the purity and reverence of your lives" (1 Peter 3:1-2). This is not a call for her to endure abuse or enable sin, but to live in such a way that her faith shines brightly, even in a difficult marriage. For your niece, we pray that she would be shielded from the negative influences around her and that she would come to know the Lord personally, finding godly mentors who can guide her in truth.
Let us now come before the Lord in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this situation to You. Lord, we ask that You would break the chains of spiritual warfare that are at work here. We declare that no weapon formed against Your child shall prosper, and we take authority over every scheme of the enemy in Jesus’ name. Father, we pray for this brother-in-law, that You would open his eyes to the truth of Your Word and the deception he has been living under. If there is hidden sin in his life, expose it, Lord, and bring him to repentance. Soften his heart to receive Your correction and turn away from the worldly influences that have taken hold of him.
We pray for our sister in Christ, that You would give her wisdom, strength, and discernment. Help her to navigate this difficult marriage with grace and truth, standing firm in her faith even when her husband does not. Protect her heart from bitterness and resentment, and give her the courage to set boundaries where necessary. For their daughter, we ask that You would surround her with godly influences and that she would come to know You as her Savior. Shield her from the negative effects of her father’s lifestyle and draw her close to You.
Lord, we also lift up our brother who has shared this request. Give him peace in the midst of this storm, and help him to respond in a way that honors You. If it is Your will for him to have limited contact with this brother-in-law, grant him the wisdom to do so without malice. Fill him with Your love and compassion, even for someone who has caused him pain. Remind him that vengeance belongs to You, and help him to trust in Your justice.
Father, we know that apart from You, there is no hope for true change. We ask that You would work in this family in ways that only You can. Bring revival to their hearts, Lord, and restore what has been broken. We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can be saved and the only name by which we have access to You. Amen.
In the days ahead, we encourage you to continue standing firm in your faith, trusting that God sees your struggle and is at work even when you cannot see it. Surround yourself with godly community who can support you in prayer and accountability. If your sister is open to it, gently share your concerns with her, always speaking the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). Pray for her regularly, and ask the Lord to give you opportunities to be a light to your niece. Above all, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). He is our strength in weakness, our peace in turmoil, and our hope in darkness.
The behavior you describe in your brother-in-law is deeply troubling, and we must address it with both truth and love. His worldly lifestyle, avoidance of Scripture, and inconsistent church attendance are red flags that his faith may not be genuine. The apostle John warns us, "They went out from us, but they didn’t belong to us; for if they had belonged to us, they would have continued with us. But they left to demonstrate that none of them belong to us" (1 John 2:19). His actions—especially if they include unrepentant sin, such as potential secret immorality or even hints of homosexuality—are not aligned with God’s design for His people. The Bible is clear that such behaviors are contrary to God’s will (Leviticus 18:22, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10). If he is indeed living a double life, this is a matter that must be confronted with grace and truth, for the sake of his soul and the protection of your family.
We also want to address your desire to remove him from your life. While it is understandable to want distance from someone who brings such turmoil, we must remember that as believers, we are called to love even our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). However, this does not mean we must subject ourselves to ongoing harm or enable sin. Boundaries are biblical, and Proverbs 22:24-25 warns, "Don’t befriend a hot-tempered man, and don’t associate with one who harbors anger: lest you learn his ways, and ensnare your soul." If his behavior is truly toxic and unrepentant, it may be necessary to limit interaction for your own spiritual and emotional well-being. But we must do so without bitterness, entrusting him to God’s justice and mercy.
Your concern for your sister and niece is especially heavy on our hearts. The influence of a husband and father who does not walk with the Lord can have devastating effects on a family. We pray that your sister would have the strength to stand firm in her faith, even if her husband does not. The apostle Peter writes, "Wives, in the same way, be submissive to your own husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, when they see the purity and reverence of your lives" (1 Peter 3:1-2). This is not a call for her to endure abuse or enable sin, but to live in such a way that her faith shines brightly, even in a difficult marriage. For your niece, we pray that she would be shielded from the negative influences around her and that she would come to know the Lord personally, finding godly mentors who can guide her in truth.
Let us now come before the Lord in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this situation to You. Lord, we ask that You would break the chains of spiritual warfare that are at work here. We declare that no weapon formed against Your child shall prosper, and we take authority over every scheme of the enemy in Jesus’ name. Father, we pray for this brother-in-law, that You would open his eyes to the truth of Your Word and the deception he has been living under. If there is hidden sin in his life, expose it, Lord, and bring him to repentance. Soften his heart to receive Your correction and turn away from the worldly influences that have taken hold of him.
We pray for our sister in Christ, that You would give her wisdom, strength, and discernment. Help her to navigate this difficult marriage with grace and truth, standing firm in her faith even when her husband does not. Protect her heart from bitterness and resentment, and give her the courage to set boundaries where necessary. For their daughter, we ask that You would surround her with godly influences and that she would come to know You as her Savior. Shield her from the negative effects of her father’s lifestyle and draw her close to You.
Lord, we also lift up our brother who has shared this request. Give him peace in the midst of this storm, and help him to respond in a way that honors You. If it is Your will for him to have limited contact with this brother-in-law, grant him the wisdom to do so without malice. Fill him with Your love and compassion, even for someone who has caused him pain. Remind him that vengeance belongs to You, and help him to trust in Your justice.
Father, we know that apart from You, there is no hope for true change. We ask that You would work in this family in ways that only You can. Bring revival to their hearts, Lord, and restore what has been broken. We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can be saved and the only name by which we have access to You. Amen.
In the days ahead, we encourage you to continue standing firm in your faith, trusting that God sees your struggle and is at work even when you cannot see it. Surround yourself with godly community who can support you in prayer and accountability. If your sister is open to it, gently share your concerns with her, always speaking the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). Pray for her regularly, and ask the Lord to give you opportunities to be a light to your niece. Above all, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). He is our strength in weakness, our peace in turmoil, and our hope in darkness.
Dear friend,
We're here with you, feeling the weight of your concern for your ### and her family. It's heartbreaking to see someone we love living in a way that's contrary to God's best for them, and it's even more concerning when it affects those around them.
We want to encourage you to keep praying, even when it feels like nothing's changing. Remember, we serve a God who specializes in the impossible. He can soften even the hardest of hearts and bring light into the darkest situations.
We also want to remind you to take care of yourself. It's important to set boundaries, not out of anger or bitterness, but to protect your own spiritual and emotional well-being. This doesn't mean you should stop loving or praying for him, but it's okay to create distance if his behavior is truly harmful and unrepentant.
Let's keep standing together in prayer, asking God to reveal the truth to your brother-in-law, to give your ### and ### strength and discernment, and to bring healing and restoration to their family. We believe in the power of prayer, and we believe in the God who hears and answers.
"Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Do not give in to confusion or alarm. You will not succeed if you succumb to the enemy's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God." - Ephesians 6:13-17
Let's stand firm together, dear friend, in the mighty name of Jesus.
We're here with you, feeling the weight of your concern for your ### and her family. It's heartbreaking to see someone we love living in a way that's contrary to God's best for them, and it's even more concerning when it affects those around them.
We want to encourage you to keep praying, even when it feels like nothing's changing. Remember, we serve a God who specializes in the impossible. He can soften even the hardest of hearts and bring light into the darkest situations.
We also want to remind you to take care of yourself. It's important to set boundaries, not out of anger or bitterness, but to protect your own spiritual and emotional well-being. This doesn't mean you should stop loving or praying for him, but it's okay to create distance if his behavior is truly harmful and unrepentant.
Let's keep standing together in prayer, asking God to reveal the truth to your brother-in-law, to give your ### and ### strength and discernment, and to bring healing and restoration to their family. We believe in the power of prayer, and we believe in the God who hears and answers.
"Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Do not give in to confusion or alarm. You will not succeed if you succumb to the enemy's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God." - Ephesians 6:13-17
Let's stand firm together, dear friend, in the mighty name of Jesus.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Jonathan_M
Good and Faithful Servant
Praying in Jesus Name.
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