Please pray for me about this: I just came from church. I had a nice time. However, problems began to arise after I got out of church. First, I was bombarded with negative thoughts about church which I have now been noticing is a problem in my life - I am constantly being attacked with negative thoughts about my church, I think it's obvious the enemy does not want me going there. These negative thoughts are only made more difficult to battle due to the presence of spiritual warfare in my life (which has attacked me since I was a child) which influences people around me to do abnormally harmful things to me to try to push me toward unforgiveness. This warfare unfortunately has attacked me while in church. Second, I get home to my dad and he's being weird with me and my mom even though I had just called him on the phone a few minutes before getting home and he was fine and normal with us. My dad is heavily demonized (which has caused mental and behavioral problems) and he is confused when it comes to Christian faith even though he thinks he is a Christian. He was raised being exposed to a number of dangerous things including Catholicism and likely even voodoo. He has been combative with me and my mom about going to church and refuses to go at all now even though years ago, he at least would.
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We hear your struggle and stand with you in this spiritual battle, lifting you up before the throne of grace. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy, but Jesus came that we might have life abundantly (John 10:10). It is no coincidence that these attacks intensify after you leave church—when you draw near to God, the enemy grows desperate to pull you away. But greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4).
The negative thoughts you describe are not from the Lord. Scripture warns us to take every thought captive to obey Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). When the enemy whispers lies about your church or your faith, resist him firmly in the name of Jesus. Speak truth over yourself: *"The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?"* (Psalm 27:1). Do not entertain those thoughts, but instead replace them with Scripture and praise.
The spiritual warfare you’ve endured since childhood is real, but it does not have the final say. Jesus has already disarmed the powers and authorities through His victory on the cross (Colossians 2:15). We rebuke every assignment of the enemy against you in Jesus’ name. Every spirit of confusion, torment, and unforgiveness—be bound and cast out now! You are not alone in this fight. The Lord is your refuge and fortress, your God in whom you trust (Psalm 91:2).
We also lift up your father before the Lord. His confusion and combativeness are not his true self—there is a spirit at work in him, just as you’ve discerned. But the power of Christ is greater. We pray that the eyes of his heart would be enlightened to see the hope of his calling in Christ (Ephesians 1:18). We rebuke every generational stronghold, every influence of false religion, and every demonic spirit that has taken ground in his life. Father God, break every chain, loose every lie, and let Your light shine into the darkness of his mind. Soften his heart to receive Your truth, and surround him with believers who can speak life into his situation.
We must also address the mention of Catholicism and voodoo in your father’s background. Scripture is clear that we are to have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them (Ephesians 5:11). Any involvement in false religions or occult practices opens doors to demonic influence. If your father has never renounced these things in the name of Jesus, we encourage you to pray with him—if he is willing—breaking every ungodly soul tie and commanding every spirit of deception to leave. If he is not willing, continue to pray for his deliverance from afar, trusting that God is able to reach him.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above every name. We lift up our brother/sister to You, asking for Your protection, strength, and deliverance. Lord, You see the attacks of the enemy—how he seeks to discourage, confuse, and isolate. But we declare that no weapon formed against him/her shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We rebuke every spirit of accusation, doubt, and division in Jesus’ name. Fill him/her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we ask for a hedge of protection around his/her mind. Let no lie take root, but let Your truth be a shield and buckler. When the enemy whispers, let Your Word rise up in power. Remind him/her that You are faithful, and You will never leave nor forsake him/her (Hebrews 13:5).
For his/her father, Lord, we ask for Your mercy. Break every chain of deception, every generational curse, and every demonic influence. Let Your light expose the darkness in his life. Soften his heart to receive Your truth, and surround him with godly influences. If there are any open doors to the enemy, we ask that You close them now in Jesus’ name.
Lord, we also pray for wisdom and discernment for our brother/sister. Help him/her to stand firm in the faith, not wavering in the face of opposition. Give him/her boldness to resist the enemy and to walk in the authority You’ve given as a child of God. Surround him/her with a community of believers who will stand with him/her in prayer and encouragement.
We thank You, Father, that You are working all things together for good for those who love You (Romans 8:28). We trust in Your power to deliver, heal, and restore. May Your name be glorified in this situation, and may Your kingdom come in fullness in their lives.
In the powerful, matchless name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
The negative thoughts you describe are not from the Lord. Scripture warns us to take every thought captive to obey Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). When the enemy whispers lies about your church or your faith, resist him firmly in the name of Jesus. Speak truth over yourself: *"The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?"* (Psalm 27:1). Do not entertain those thoughts, but instead replace them with Scripture and praise.
The spiritual warfare you’ve endured since childhood is real, but it does not have the final say. Jesus has already disarmed the powers and authorities through His victory on the cross (Colossians 2:15). We rebuke every assignment of the enemy against you in Jesus’ name. Every spirit of confusion, torment, and unforgiveness—be bound and cast out now! You are not alone in this fight. The Lord is your refuge and fortress, your God in whom you trust (Psalm 91:2).
We also lift up your father before the Lord. His confusion and combativeness are not his true self—there is a spirit at work in him, just as you’ve discerned. But the power of Christ is greater. We pray that the eyes of his heart would be enlightened to see the hope of his calling in Christ (Ephesians 1:18). We rebuke every generational stronghold, every influence of false religion, and every demonic spirit that has taken ground in his life. Father God, break every chain, loose every lie, and let Your light shine into the darkness of his mind. Soften his heart to receive Your truth, and surround him with believers who can speak life into his situation.
We must also address the mention of Catholicism and voodoo in your father’s background. Scripture is clear that we are to have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them (Ephesians 5:11). Any involvement in false religions or occult practices opens doors to demonic influence. If your father has never renounced these things in the name of Jesus, we encourage you to pray with him—if he is willing—breaking every ungodly soul tie and commanding every spirit of deception to leave. If he is not willing, continue to pray for his deliverance from afar, trusting that God is able to reach him.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above every name. We lift up our brother/sister to You, asking for Your protection, strength, and deliverance. Lord, You see the attacks of the enemy—how he seeks to discourage, confuse, and isolate. But we declare that no weapon formed against him/her shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We rebuke every spirit of accusation, doubt, and division in Jesus’ name. Fill him/her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we ask for a hedge of protection around his/her mind. Let no lie take root, but let Your truth be a shield and buckler. When the enemy whispers, let Your Word rise up in power. Remind him/her that You are faithful, and You will never leave nor forsake him/her (Hebrews 13:5).
For his/her father, Lord, we ask for Your mercy. Break every chain of deception, every generational curse, and every demonic influence. Let Your light expose the darkness in his life. Soften his heart to receive Your truth, and surround him with godly influences. If there are any open doors to the enemy, we ask that You close them now in Jesus’ name.
Lord, we also pray for wisdom and discernment for our brother/sister. Help him/her to stand firm in the faith, not wavering in the face of opposition. Give him/her boldness to resist the enemy and to walk in the authority You’ve given as a child of God. Surround him/her with a community of believers who will stand with him/her in prayer and encouragement.
We thank You, Father, that You are working all things together for good for those who love You (Romans 8:28). We trust in Your power to deliver, heal, and restore. May Your name be glorified in this situation, and may Your kingdom come in fullness in their lives.
In the powerful, matchless name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We're right there with you, friend. It's tough when the enemy tries to steal our joy and peace, especially after we've been filled up at church. But remember, God is greater, and He's always with us, even in the tough times.
Let's keep those negative thoughts in check by replacing them with truth. When they come, say out loud, "I am a child of God, and I am loved. I will not entertain lies about my church or my faith." Let's also pray for your dad together. We ask God to break every chain holding him back and to fill him with His light and truth.
Let's keep standing firm in our faith, knowing that God is on our side. We're in this together, and we'll keep praying for you both. Keep fighting the good fight, and remember, God's got this!
Let's keep those negative thoughts in check by replacing them with truth. When they come, say out loud, "I am a child of God, and I am loved. I will not entertain lies about my church or my faith." Let's also pray for your dad together. We ask God to break every chain holding him back and to fill him with His light and truth.
Let's keep standing firm in our faith, knowing that God is on our side. We're in this together, and we'll keep praying for you both. Keep fighting the good fight, and remember, God's got this!
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Lord Jesus please richly bless, protect and guide them. Please help them in accordance with your perfect will Father. Thank you and praise you. In your holy name I pray. Amen.
The Encourager
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May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.
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
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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We want to thank you for the trust you placed in us to stand with you in prayer during this spiritual battle. It is clear that the enemy is working overtime to discourage you and disrupt the peace God desires for your life, especially in your walk with Him and your relationship with your family. We are so grateful you shared this with us, and we have been lifting you up before the Lord, asking Him to silence every lying voice, break every chain of spiritual oppression, and fill you with His perfect peace that surpasses all understanding.
We have prayed specifically that God would strengthen you against the negative thoughts that seek to pull you away from His presence and the fellowship of believers. May He remind you daily of His truth—that you are His beloved child, that He is your refuge, and that no weapon formed against you shall prosper. We have also asked the Lord to protect your mind and heart, that you would be able to discern His voice above all others and stand firm in the armor He has provided.
For your father, we have interceded, asking God to break the strongholds in his life and draw him into a genuine relationship with Jesus. We have prayed that the Holy Spirit would soften his heart, remove confusion, and replace any deception with the light of Christ. May the Lord surround him with people who will speak truth into his life and help him walk in freedom. We have also asked God to guard your home, that His peace would reign even in moments of tension, and that your family would be a testimony of His grace and redemption.
If the Lord has already moved in these areas—if you’ve experienced victory over those negative thoughts, if your father has shown even a small shift toward peace, or if you’ve sensed God’s presence shielding you—we would love to hear your praise report. Your testimony could encourage others who are facing similar battles. But if the struggle continues, please know we are still here, ready to stand with you in prayer. You are not alone, and this fight is not yours to bear alone. The Lord is your strength, your defender, and your victory.
We will continue to lift you up, asking God to deepen your faith, renew your mind, and surround you with His angels. May He give you wisdom in every interaction, patience in every trial, and a boldness to walk in the authority you have in Christ. Keep pressing into Him, trusting that He is working even when you cannot see it. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, our Savior and Deliverer. Amen.
We have prayed specifically that God would strengthen you against the negative thoughts that seek to pull you away from His presence and the fellowship of believers. May He remind you daily of His truth—that you are His beloved child, that He is your refuge, and that no weapon formed against you shall prosper. We have also asked the Lord to protect your mind and heart, that you would be able to discern His voice above all others and stand firm in the armor He has provided.
For your father, we have interceded, asking God to break the strongholds in his life and draw him into a genuine relationship with Jesus. We have prayed that the Holy Spirit would soften his heart, remove confusion, and replace any deception with the light of Christ. May the Lord surround him with people who will speak truth into his life and help him walk in freedom. We have also asked God to guard your home, that His peace would reign even in moments of tension, and that your family would be a testimony of His grace and redemption.
If the Lord has already moved in these areas—if you’ve experienced victory over those negative thoughts, if your father has shown even a small shift toward peace, or if you’ve sensed God’s presence shielding you—we would love to hear your praise report. Your testimony could encourage others who are facing similar battles. But if the struggle continues, please know we are still here, ready to stand with you in prayer. You are not alone, and this fight is not yours to bear alone. The Lord is your strength, your defender, and your victory.
We will continue to lift you up, asking God to deepen your faith, renew your mind, and surround you with His angels. May He give you wisdom in every interaction, patience in every trial, and a boldness to walk in the authority you have in Christ. Keep pressing into Him, trusting that He is working even when you cannot see it. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, our Savior and Deliverer. Amen.
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