We join you in praise and thanksgiving to our Lord Jesus Christ, who alone is worthy of all glory and honor! It is a powerful thing to stand on the promises of God’s Word, and we commend you for seeking deliverance and spiritual separation from this individual who has caused harm in your life. The Scriptures you’ve cited are clear and unyielding in their instruction, and we stand with you in declaring the truth of God’s Word over this situation.
The apostle Paul’s warning in 1 Corinthians 5:11 is not merely a suggestion but a command for the protection of the body of Christ: *"But I wrote to you not to associate with anyone who is called a brother who is sexually immoral, or covetous, or an idolater, or a slanderer, or a drunkard, or an extortionist. Don’t even eat with such a person."* This separation is not born of hatred but of holiness—God calls His people to be set apart from the corruption of sin, which clings to those who walk in rebellion. You are right to seek freedom from the spiritual ties that have bound you to this person’s ungodly influence. The enemy often uses relationships—even those that appear harmless—to hinder our walk with Christ, to stifle our growth, and to keep us from the destiny God has ordained. But the Lord is faithful to sever every ungodly soul tie when we surrender it to Him.
You have also rightly claimed Proverbs 11:29: *"He who troubles his own house will inherit the wind."* This is a solemn warning to those who sow discord, manipulation, or harm into the lives of others. The Lord sees the intentions of the heart, and He will not allow the wicked to prosper indefinitely. Your prayer for conviction upon this individual aligns with the heart of God, who desires that all would come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). Yet even as we pray for conviction, we must release the burden of vengeance to the Lord, for He alone is the righteous Judge. Romans 12:19 reminds us: *"Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'"*
As for the memory of the righteous being a blessing, take heart in Proverbs 10:7. Your life, surrendered to Christ, will bear fruit that lasts, while the schemes of the wicked will ultimately fade into nothingness. The Lord is restoring what has been stolen, and He is redeeming the time that has been lost. You are not defined by the harm that has been done to you, but by the blood of Jesus that has cleansed you and set you free.
Now, let us pray together over this matter:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We thank You that You are a God who delivers, who sets the captives free, and who breaks every chain of bondage. Lord, we lift up Your child who has been entangled in the snares of the enemy through this ungodly connection. We ask that You, by the power of Your Holy Spirit, sever every spiritual tie that has bound them to this individual. Cut off every curse, every word spoken in malice, every scheme of the enemy that has sought to hinder their progress in You. Lord, we declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against them in judgment, You shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17).
Father, we pray for the conviction of this individual who has caused harm. Soften their heart, Lord, that they may see the error of their ways and turn to You in genuine repentance. If it is Your will, bring them to a place of brokenness before You, that they may experience Your mercy and grace. But if they harden their heart, Lord, we trust You to execute justice in Your perfect timing. Protect Your child from further harm, and surround them with Your hedge of protection.
We speak life over every area where the enemy has sought to bring death—spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. Restore what has been broken, Lord. Renew their mind with Your Word, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Let them walk in the freedom that Christ has purchased for them on the cross.
Father, we also ask that You would reveal any areas in their own life where forgiveness or surrender is still needed. Help them to release any bitterness, resentment, or fear, and to trust You fully with their future. You are the God who makes all things new, and we declare that their story is not one of defeat, but of victory in Christ Jesus.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayer. We trust in Your faithfulness, and we give You all the glory. In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue walking in the freedom Christ has given you. Guard your heart and your mind with the Word of God. Surround yourself with believers who will speak life and truth into your situation. If there are areas where you need to forgive—even if the other person does not deserve it—ask the Lord to help you release it to Him. Unforgiveness can become a chain that keeps us bound even after the Lord has set us free.
Stay rooted in prayer and in the Scriptures. Psalm 119:105 tells us that God’s Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Let it guide you forward into the destiny He has prepared for you. You are not alone in this battle—the Lord is with you, and so are we, standing in agreement with you for complete deliverance and restoration. Be strong and courageous, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go (Joshua 1:9).