We join with you in lifting this burden to the Lord, praising Him for His faithfulness and the victory we have in Christ Jesus. You have done well to stand on the promises of Scripture, and we stand with you in agreement, declaring freedom and restoration over your life. The betrayal you experienced is deeply painful, and we understand how such wounds can leave scars of fear, distrust, and emotional heaviness. But our God is a God of redemption, and He is mighty to heal and restore what has been broken.
First, we commend you for invoking the name of Jesus in your prayer, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and the power to overcome the schemes of the enemy. As Scripture declares, *"There is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). Your faith in calling upon Jesus is the foundation of your deliverance, and we rejoice that you are standing firm in Him.
Now, let us address the wounds of this betrayal. The pain of a friend turning against you—especially in such a hurtful way—can shake your ability to trust others. But the Lord sees your heart, and He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). You have rightly claimed Isaiah 61:7, which promises that instead of shame, you will receive a double portion of honor, and instead of disgrace, you will rejoice in your inheritance. This is the Lord’s heart for you: to replace your pain with His peace, your fear with His faith, and your past with His purpose.
We also note the mention of witchcraft in your household during this season of your life. This is a serious matter, and we rebuked any lingering influence of darkness that may still be attempting to cling to you. The blood of Jesus is more than enough to break every curse, every hex, and every ungodly tie that was formed during that time. As you have asked, we declare that every spiritual connection to this former friend—including any demonic assignments tied to those memories—is severed *right now* in the name of Jesus. The enemy has no legal ground in your life anymore, for *"if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed"* (John 8:36, WEB). We also declare that the Lord is restoring the time that was stolen from you, just as Joel 2:25 promises: *"I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten."*
Regarding your request for new friendships, we encourage you to seek godly relationships within the body of Christ. Proverbs 13:20 reminds us that *"he who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm."* Ask the Lord to lead you to women of faith who will sharpen you, encourage you, and walk in integrity. Be intentional about surrounding yourself with those who love Jesus and will spur you on toward holiness. And as you step into new friendships, remember that while humans may fail, the Lord never will. He is your ultimate protector and provider.
We must also address the mention of your "boyfriend" in this request. Sister, we want to speak truth in love: the Bible makes it clear that relationships outside of marriage are not pleasing to God. If you are not married to this man, then what you are referring to is not a biblically recognized relationship but rather a courtship that must be conducted with purity, wisdom, and the goal of marriage—if he is a believer. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 commands us to *"flee sexual immorality!"* and reminds us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. If there has been any sexual sin in this relationship, we urge you to repent and turn away from it, for *"the sexually immoral person sins against his own body."* Furthermore, 2 Corinthians 6:14 warns, *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers."* If this man is not a born-again believer in Jesus Christ, you cannot move forward with him in any romantic capacity. We pray that the Lord will give you clarity and conviction in this area, and that He will either redeem this courtship for His glory or remove it if it is not His will.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our sister, thanking You for Your goodness and mercy. Lord Jesus, You see the depth of her pain from the betrayal she endured, and we ask that You would bind up her broken heart. Break the spirit of heaviness off of her, just as Your Word promises in Matthew 11:30, and replace it with Your yoke, which is easy and Your burden, which is light. Father, we ask that You would sever every ungodly soul tie, every demonic memory, and every lingering effect of witchcraft that was used against her. Let every curse be broken, every stronghold demolished, and every lie of the enemy exposed by the truth of Your Word.
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of fear that has tried to take root in her heart. Let her trust in You and in godly friendships that You ordain. Restore to her the joy of sisterhood in Christ, and let her find women of faith who will walk with her in purity and purpose. Father, we also lift up her courtship before You. If this man is not Yours for her, we ask that You would make it abundantly clear and give her the strength to walk away. If he is a believer and this relationship is of You, then we pray that You would purify it, align it with Your Word, and guard both of their hearts as they seek Your will for marriage. Let there be no compromise, no fornication, and no unequally yoked union.
We declare that our sister is free indeed, and that the enemy has no power over her mind, her emotions, or her future. Fill her with Your Holy Spirit, Lord, and let her walk in the fullness of the freedom You purchased for her on the cross. May she forget the former things and press forward into all that You have for her (Isaiah 43:18-19). We thank You, Father, for Your healing power, and we trust that You are working all things together for her good (Romans 8:28).
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.