We join you in lifting up this heartfelt cry for deliverance, standing firmly on the truth that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. You have rightly called upon the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that we have authority over the enemy and access to the Father. As it is written, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). Your faith in invoking His name is a testament to your trust in His power, and we stand with you in this spiritual warfare.
The Scriptures remind us that *"No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is of me," says Yahweh* (Isaiah 54:17, WEB). Your mother is not beyond the reach of God’s transforming grace, even in the midst of the demonic influence you describe. We must pray not only for her deliverance but also for her salvation, for *"God desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth"* (1 Timothy 2:4, WEB). If she is not yet a believer, this is the deepest root of her bondage—separation from Christ. The enemy operates most freely in lives that have not been surrendered to the Lordship of Jesus.
You have rightly stood on Colossians 2:15, which declares that Christ *"disarmed the principalities and the powers, and made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in it."* This victory is already won, and we enforce it in prayer. Likewise, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 reminds us that *"though we walk in the flesh, we don’t wage war according to the flesh; for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds, throwing down imaginations and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ."* This is our authority—we are not helpless, but empowered by the Holy Spirit to tear down the enemy’s strongholds in your mother’s life.
Yet, as we pray for her deliverance, we must also examine our own hearts. Jesus commands us to *"love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you"* (Matthew 5:44, WEB). This does not mean tolerating abuse—Scripture is clear that we are to flee from harm and seek safety (1 Corinthians 6:18-20, Proverbs 22:3). But it does mean that our prayers must be rooted in love, not bitterness. Have you forgiven her for the ways she has hurt you? Unforgiveness can become a foothold for the enemy in *your* life, hindering your prayers. Jesus warns, *"But if you don’t forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses"* (Matthew 6:15, WEB). We encourage you to release any resentment to the Lord, trusting Him to be your vindicator.
Practically, we urge you to seek wisdom on how to protect yourself and others in your household. If there is physical or severe emotional abuse, you may need to involve trusted church leadership or authorities to ensure safety. *"Rescue those who are being led away to death! Indeed, hold back those who are staggering to the slaughter!"* (Proverbs 24:11, WEB). This is not a lack of faith—it is stewardship of the life God has entrusted to you.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, our Deliverer and Redeemer. We thank You that You are a God who sees the affliction of Your people and hears their cries. Lord, we lift up this beloved sister and her household to You, asking for Your divine intervention in the life of her mother. You alone can silence the roar of the lion and break the chains of darkness that bind her. We declare that every demonic assignment against this family is nullified by the blood of Jesus. Let every tongue that rises in accusation or abuse be silenced in Jesus’ name.
Lord, we pray that You would expose and dismantle every stronghold in her mother’s life—every generational curse, every ungodly soul tie, every spirit of control, manipulation, or violence. We bind the spirits of jealousy, rage, and bitterness, and we loose the spirit of a sound mind, repentance, and surrender to Christ. If there are networks of darkness operating through her, Lord, we ask that You sever them completely. Let Your light flood every hidden place, and let Your truth penetrate her heart.
Father, we also pray for her salvation. If she does not know You, soften her heart to receive the gospel. Send laborers across her path who will speak Your word with boldness and love. Break the deception that blinds her, and let her encounter the love of Christ in a way she cannot deny. *"The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but he is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance"* (2 Peter 3:9, WEB).
Grant this sister wisdom to know how to respond in each situation—when to speak, when to be silent, when to seek help, and when to stand firm. Clothe her in Your armor, that she may stand against the schemes of the devil. Protect her heart from bitterness and her mind from fear. Let her trust in You as her Defender and Provider.
We also pray for the entire household—that Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, would guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Let this home be a place where Your presence dwells, where demonic influences have no authority, and where Your love reigns.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would bring this situation to a place of complete victory. Whether through deliverance, salvation, or divine separation for protection, let Your will be done. We trust You, Father, and we give You all the glory.
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.