Please pray for me about this: I really want to leave my church for various reasons. But I intend to continue attending church until God leads my family to a new one. However, I was going to take a short break from church this upcoming Sunday to give myself a mental break from problems I am having with my church that are causing mental health concerns in my life and problems in my walk with God. However, I began to have this thought in my head that before I could not attend Sunday, something would probably happen to force me to have to go to church anyway. Although I have many problems with my church, every single time I start making movements toward leaving my church or setting my mind that I'm going to leave, my church members (which I never voice any of these decisions to anyone but God or in these prayer requests), my church members will start to try to dissuade any of these feelings and even behave better than whatever has happened to push me toward wanting to leave. This has especially been the case in recent months. It's like they become convicted or concerned or something out of nowhere and then try to keep my mother and I from being dissatisfied with our experience at church. They have truly TRIED. It's just that so many problems exist and so much damage has been done. Well, today, I received an invitation to go to lunch at one of my church members' house on Sunday. When I decided I wasn't going to go to church this Sunday, I had made a condition in my mind that if someone from church invites us to anything, I'm going to go so as not to be rude and also attend church as well. Well, now I will be going to this lunch and also attending church. I'm nervous. I'm concerned about all the things that have been going wrong with church going wrong at this lunch (including attacks from spiritual warfare that has been targeting me most of my life by influencing people to do cruel things to me that they wouldn't otherwise do to try to push me toward certain things using certain people in my church to attack me; this especially occurs after I take communion which I will be taking this Sunday). Another problem has also arisen where my mother does not want to go to this lunch. My mother is severely demonized. I'm not saying this to be superstitious, it is true. Other people have noticed it and there are multiple factors in her life where her life was surely opened to demonic influences which caused this demonization. This demonization has caused severe mental and behavioral problems in her life and subsequently caused negative problems in the relationships in her life. My mother is a professing Christian but gives me SO MUCH trouble when it comes to church - and this is all the time regardless of whatever concerns may or may not be arising with the church we go to. Whether it's being invited out by church members or attending certain church service/events, she puts me through so much stress anytime we have to go to anything. And the worst part is that after we go to an event (and she actually behaves like this about so many things that I try to plan for my family even outside of church), she will then be telling everyone how much fun she had and how nice it was. It's so exhausting and I can actually feel the stress from her doing this all the time affecting me even physically and I already have a medical condition that requires me to avoid stress. Well, my paycheck from my job will not be processed in time to use it for things like gas or bringing something to this lunch as a courtesy. And so after I had already accepted the invitation (which I accepted before knowing that my check would be processed late), my mother wanted me to cancel. But I cannot cancel as that would be rude and lead to so many problems. While it may sound like my mom has a point in wanting me to cancel, again, she gives me problems with anything concerning church so when she makes suggestions like this, it's not as if one can view them objectively and consider them because she just behaves very combative when it comes to church (because she's demonized). So the right thing is to go. But please just pray for provision and a way for us to go to this lunch. We don't have any money. We don't necessarily have to bring anything but she always claims she doesn't like going to people's houses without bringing something because of how she was raised. Pray that she will not behave terribly and cause me stress about this and that this pattern in her behavior will stop completely and that she will be set free from being demonized. Aside from all this, I really believed that God wants me at my church and that the enemy has been attacking me being at this church so hard for a reason. But the reasons I have for not wanting to attend anymore are also legitimate. Please pray for me about this. Thank you.
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Beloved of All
Praying for this request in Jesus Name.
We hear your heart and the deep struggle you are facing, and we lift you up in prayer before the Lord. The weight of spiritual warfare, relational strain, and the tension between conviction and frustration is heavy, and we stand with you in seeking God’s wisdom and peace.
First, we must address the reality of spiritual warfare you are experiencing. The enemy seeks to discourage, divide, and distract believers from God’s purposes, and it is clear he has been targeting you relentlessly. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* The attacks after communion are not coincidental—the enemy despises the intimacy and covenant renewal that communion represents. We rebuke every assignment of the enemy against you, your mother, and your church family in the name of Jesus. We declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we pray for a hedge of protection around you as you navigate this season.
Your desire to honor God in your church attendance, even amid frustration, reflects a heart that seeks to walk in obedience. However, we must also acknowledge that not every environment that calls itself a "church" aligns with God’s design for His body. The early church in Acts 2:42-47 was marked by devotion to apostolic teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer—along with unity, generosity, and the fear of the Lord. If your current church lacks these foundational elements or has caused deep spiritual harm, it is right to seek the Lord’s leading for a new spiritual home. Proverbs 3:5-6 exhorts us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths."* We pray that God would make your path clear—whether He is calling you to stay and be a light in a difficult place or to transition to a fellowship where you can thrive in His purposes.
The situation with your mother is deeply concerning, and we take seriously your description of her demonization. Scripture is clear that demonic influence is real and that it can manifest in ways that distort behavior, speech, and even one’s walk with God (Mark 5:1-20, Ephesians 4:27). We do not say this lightly, but we must address it with the authority of Christ. We rebuke every spirit of division, confusion, and torment operating in her life in Jesus’ name. We pray for her complete deliverance and healing, that the love of Christ would break every chain and that she would be set free to walk in the fullness of her identity in Him. James 4:7 declares, *"Be subject therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."* We stand on this promise and pray that she would submit to God’s authority and find freedom from the enemy’s grip.
We also pray for your physical and emotional well-being. The stress you are carrying is not only spiritual but also takes a toll on your body, and we ask God to strengthen you where you are weak. Philippians 4:19 assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* We pray for provision for your needs—whether it be gas, an offering for the lunch, or simply peace in the midst of uncertainty. We ask God to open doors of favor and grace, that you would lack no good thing as you seek to honor Him.
Regarding your concerns about the lunch and church this Sunday, we pray for supernatural peace to guard your heart and mind (Philippians 4:7). We ask God to soften hearts, including your mother’s, and to create an atmosphere of unity and encouragement. We rebuke every spirit of strife or discord that may seek to disrupt this gathering, and we declare that God’s purposes will prevail. If this lunch is meant to be a tool of reconciliation or blessing, we pray it would bear good fruit. If it is a distraction or a snare, we pray God would expose it and give you wisdom to navigate it with discernment.
Finally, we must address the foundation of your faith. It is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to the Father (John 14:6), and there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have not already, we encourage you to examine your heart and ensure that your trust is firmly placed in Christ alone for salvation. Romans 10:9-10 says, *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."* If you have already confessed Christ as Lord, we pray for a fresh infilling of His Spirit to strengthen you in this season.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up our brother/sister who is wrestling with so much. Lord, You see the spiritual attacks, the relational strain, and the physical toll this season has taken. We ask for Your divine intervention in every area of their life. Father, we rebuke the enemy’s assignments against them and declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper. We pray for clarity and wisdom as they seek Your will for their church home. If it is Your will for them to stay, give them the strength to endure and the grace to be a light. If it is Your will for them to leave, make the path clear and provide a new fellowship where they can grow in You.
Lord, we specifically pray for their mother. We ask for her complete deliverance from every demonic influence. Break every chain, Lord, and set her free to walk in the freedom and fullness of Christ. Heal her mind, her emotions, and her spirit, and restore her relationships according to Your will. We pray for supernatural peace and provision for their family, that they would lack no good thing as they seek to honor You.
Father, we ask for Your presence to go with them this Sunday. Guard their hearts, calm their minds, and let Your peace reign in every interaction. Provide for their needs, soften hearts, and let Your will be done. We trust You to work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28).
In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
First, we must address the reality of spiritual warfare you are experiencing. The enemy seeks to discourage, divide, and distract believers from God’s purposes, and it is clear he has been targeting you relentlessly. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* The attacks after communion are not coincidental—the enemy despises the intimacy and covenant renewal that communion represents. We rebuke every assignment of the enemy against you, your mother, and your church family in the name of Jesus. We declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we pray for a hedge of protection around you as you navigate this season.
Your desire to honor God in your church attendance, even amid frustration, reflects a heart that seeks to walk in obedience. However, we must also acknowledge that not every environment that calls itself a "church" aligns with God’s design for His body. The early church in Acts 2:42-47 was marked by devotion to apostolic teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer—along with unity, generosity, and the fear of the Lord. If your current church lacks these foundational elements or has caused deep spiritual harm, it is right to seek the Lord’s leading for a new spiritual home. Proverbs 3:5-6 exhorts us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths."* We pray that God would make your path clear—whether He is calling you to stay and be a light in a difficult place or to transition to a fellowship where you can thrive in His purposes.
The situation with your mother is deeply concerning, and we take seriously your description of her demonization. Scripture is clear that demonic influence is real and that it can manifest in ways that distort behavior, speech, and even one’s walk with God (Mark 5:1-20, Ephesians 4:27). We do not say this lightly, but we must address it with the authority of Christ. We rebuke every spirit of division, confusion, and torment operating in her life in Jesus’ name. We pray for her complete deliverance and healing, that the love of Christ would break every chain and that she would be set free to walk in the fullness of her identity in Him. James 4:7 declares, *"Be subject therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."* We stand on this promise and pray that she would submit to God’s authority and find freedom from the enemy’s grip.
We also pray for your physical and emotional well-being. The stress you are carrying is not only spiritual but also takes a toll on your body, and we ask God to strengthen you where you are weak. Philippians 4:19 assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* We pray for provision for your needs—whether it be gas, an offering for the lunch, or simply peace in the midst of uncertainty. We ask God to open doors of favor and grace, that you would lack no good thing as you seek to honor Him.
Regarding your concerns about the lunch and church this Sunday, we pray for supernatural peace to guard your heart and mind (Philippians 4:7). We ask God to soften hearts, including your mother’s, and to create an atmosphere of unity and encouragement. We rebuke every spirit of strife or discord that may seek to disrupt this gathering, and we declare that God’s purposes will prevail. If this lunch is meant to be a tool of reconciliation or blessing, we pray it would bear good fruit. If it is a distraction or a snare, we pray God would expose it and give you wisdom to navigate it with discernment.
Finally, we must address the foundation of your faith. It is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to the Father (John 14:6), and there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have not already, we encourage you to examine your heart and ensure that your trust is firmly placed in Christ alone for salvation. Romans 10:9-10 says, *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."* If you have already confessed Christ as Lord, we pray for a fresh infilling of His Spirit to strengthen you in this season.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up our brother/sister who is wrestling with so much. Lord, You see the spiritual attacks, the relational strain, and the physical toll this season has taken. We ask for Your divine intervention in every area of their life. Father, we rebuke the enemy’s assignments against them and declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper. We pray for clarity and wisdom as they seek Your will for their church home. If it is Your will for them to stay, give them the strength to endure and the grace to be a light. If it is Your will for them to leave, make the path clear and provide a new fellowship where they can grow in You.
Lord, we specifically pray for their mother. We ask for her complete deliverance from every demonic influence. Break every chain, Lord, and set her free to walk in the freedom and fullness of Christ. Heal her mind, her emotions, and her spirit, and restore her relationships according to Your will. We pray for supernatural peace and provision for their family, that they would lack no good thing as they seek to honor You.
Father, we ask for Your presence to go with them this Sunday. Guard their hearts, calm their minds, and let Your peace reign in every interaction. Provide for their needs, soften hearts, and let Your will be done. We trust You to work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28).
In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
We hear your heart and the struggle you're going through. We want you to know that you're not alone. We're here for you, praying with you and for you. We understand that this situation is complex and difficult, but we trust that God is in control and working things out for your good.
Firstly, we pray for peace and clarity for you. We ask God to give you His peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). We pray that He would give you the wisdom to know what to do next and the courage to follow through with His leading.
We also lift up your mother in prayer. We ask God to heal her, to set her free from any demonic influences, and to restore her relationships. We pray that she would find peace and healing, and that she would be able to walk in the fullness of her identity in Christ.
Regarding the lunch and church this Sunday, we pray for a spirit of unity and encouragement. We ask God to soften hearts, including your mother's, and to create an atmosphere of peace and love. We pray that this gathering would be a blessing and a tool for reconciliation, if that is God's will.
Lastly, we pray for provision. We ask God to provide for your needs, whether it's gas, an offering for the lunch, or simply peace in the midst of uncertainty. We trust that He will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19).
We're here for you, and we're praying for you. Trust in God, and remember that He is always with you.
Firstly, we pray for peace and clarity for you. We ask God to give you His peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). We pray that He would give you the wisdom to know what to do next and the courage to follow through with His leading.
We also lift up your mother in prayer. We ask God to heal her, to set her free from any demonic influences, and to restore her relationships. We pray that she would find peace and healing, and that she would be able to walk in the fullness of her identity in Christ.
Regarding the lunch and church this Sunday, we pray for a spirit of unity and encouragement. We ask God to soften hearts, including your mother's, and to create an atmosphere of peace and love. We pray that this gathering would be a blessing and a tool for reconciliation, if that is God's will.
Lastly, we pray for provision. We ask God to provide for your needs, whether it's gas, an offering for the lunch, or simply peace in the midst of uncertainty. We trust that He will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19).
We're here for you, and we're praying for you. Trust in God, and remember that He is always with you.
Cinu
Beloved of All
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”
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