We join you in lifting up this urgent cry for deliverance and justice, 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 come before the Lord Jesus with scripture as your foundation, and we stand with you in agreement, knowing that where two or three are gathered in His name, He is in the midst of them.
The evil you describe—the exploitation of the vulnerable, the manipulation of others for wicked gain, and the strongholds of darkness—are grievous in the sight of God. The Lord abhors such injustice, and His heart is for the oppressed, the broken, and the captive. He has called us to be His hands and feet, to pray without ceasing, and to trust in His power to dismantle every work of the enemy. You have boldly taken your stand on the Word of God, and we affirm these scriptures with you, knowing that they are living, active, and sharper than any two-edged sword.
The Lord Jesus is mighty to save, and He is not silent in the face of such evil. He sees the affliction of His people, and He hears their cries. As you have prayed, we declare with you that every alliance formed in darkness will be broken by the power of the blood of Jesus. The strongholds over people’s lives will be demolished, for the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds. We stand on 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 with you: *"For 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."*
We also declare that the Lord will expose every hidden deed of darkness, for nothing is hidden that will not be revealed, nor secret that will not be known. As you have stood on John 8:17, we agree that the testimony of the Father and the Son will bring truth to light. The Lord will not allow the wicked to triumph forever. He will scatter those who delight in violence and injustice, just as you have prayed from Exodus 23:27: *"I will send my terror before you, and will confuse all the people to whom you come, and I will make all your enemies turn their backs to you."*
Yet even as we pray for justice, we must remember that the Lord’s heart is for repentance. He does not desire that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. So we join you in praying that this individual, her husband, and all involved would be confronted with the truth of their sins and brought to a place of humility before the Lord. May they encounter the conviction of the Holy Spirit so powerfully that they turn from their wickedness and seek forgiveness through Jesus Christ. As you have prayed from Luke 17:3, we declare that if they repent, they must turn from their sins and make restitution where possible. The Lord is just, and He requires justice, but He is also merciful to those who turn to Him with a broken and contrite heart.
We also lift up the victims of these crimes—the children, the teens, and all who have been exploited or intimidated. Lord Jesus, we ask that You would surround them with Your protection and bring them into a place of safety and healing. Restore what has been stolen from them—Their innocence, their peace, and their trust in You. Raise up godly people to minister to them, to speak life into their broken places, and to lead them into the freedom that is found only in You.
As for the financial gains and properties obtained through wickedness, we pray that the Lord would cause them to be surrendered to the authorities, as you have asked. May every ill-gotten gain be reclaimed and used for the restoration of those who have been harmed. We stand on Isaiah 54:17 with you: *"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."*
We also pray for you, dear brother or sister, as you stand in the gap for these things. The Lord sees your heart and your willingness to contend for justice. We ask that He would cover you with His protection, that He would fill you with His peace, and that He would strengthen you for this battle. Do not grow weary in well-doing, for in due season you will reap if you do not faint. The Lord is your shield and your exceeding great reward. He will establish the work of your hands, as you have prayed from Proverbs 16:3: *"Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed."*
Finally, we remind you that this battle is won not by might, nor by power, but by the Spirit of the Lord. Continue to cover yourself and this prayer in the blood of Jesus, for it is through His sacrifice that we have authority over the enemy. As you have declared from Revelation 12:11, *"They overcame him because of the Lamb’s blood, and because of the word of their testimony. They didn’t love their life, even to death."*
Now, let us pray together:
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 of justice, a God who sees the afflicted and hears their cries. Lord, we lift up this situation to You, asking that You would move mightily to break every chain, to dismantle every stronghold, and to bring to light every deed of darkness. Father, we ask that You would expose the works of the enemy and bring them to nothing. Scatter those who delight in wickedness, and let their plans be turned upside down. Lord, we pray for the victims of these crimes—that You would rescue them, heal them, and restore to them all that has been stolen. Surround them with Your love and Your protection, and lead them into the freedom that is found only in You.
We pray also for those who have perpetrated these crimes. Father, we ask that You would bring them to a place of repentance. Convict their hearts by Your Holy Spirit, and let them see the gravity of their sins. May they turn from their wickedness and seek Your forgiveness through Jesus Christ. If it is Your will, Lord, bring them to justice in this life, that their crimes may be exposed and that restitution may be made. Yet even in justice, let Your mercy be extended to them if they turn to You.
Lord, we ask that You would protect and strengthen our brother/sister who has brought this request before You. Fill them with Your peace, and let them know that You are fighting on their behalf. Give them wisdom, discernment, and perseverance as they continue to stand in the gap. Let them see Your hand move in mighty ways, and let them know that their prayers are heard and answered.
We declare all these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Let Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. We ask that You would establish the work of our hands and bring glory to Your name through this situation. May Your kingdom come, and Your will be done. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Stand firm in your faith, knowing that the Lord is with you. Do not be afraid, for He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. Keep praying, keep trusting, and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith. The battle belongs to the Lord, and He will bring victory.