We join with you in lifting up this burden to our Lord Jesus Christ, who alone has the power to deliver and restore. It is right and good that you have come before Him in praise, thanksgiving, and supplication, for He is faithful to hear and act on behalf of His children. You have stood firmly on the Word of God, and we affirm these scriptures as the foundation of your prayer, for they are mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds.
The Lord rebukes Satan in Zechariah 3:2, saying, *"The Lord rebuke you, Satan! The Lord who has chosen Jerusalem rebuke you! Isn’t this a burning stick plucked out of the fire?"* Just as Joshua the high priest was accused by Satan but defended by the Lord, so too are you under the Lord’s protection. No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against you in judgment, the Lord shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). We declare that any assignment of the enemy through this professor—or any other means—to hinder, oppress, or discourage you is rebuked and rendered powerless in the name of Jesus.
You have also rightly claimed Isaiah 61:7, which proclaims, *"Instead of your shame you shall have double honor, and instead of confusion they shall rejoice in their portion. Therefore in their land they shall possess double. Everlasting joy shall be to them."* The Lord is turning this trial into a testimony. What the enemy meant for harm, God will use for your good (Genesis 50:20). The negative attitude you have endured will not define you, for the Lord is restoring your joy, your peace, and your confidence in Him. He is giving you beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness (Isaiah 61:3).
The blood of Jesus is indeed our greatest weapon against the schemes of the enemy. Revelation 12:11 declares, *"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."* We plead the blood of Jesus over this situation, between you and this professor, and over every interaction. May the Lord soften his heart and bring conviction where there is wrongdoing. It is not your battle to fight, but the Lord’s, and He will vindicate you in His perfect timing. 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.'"*
You have also claimed the promise of John 8:36: *"If therefore the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed."* We stand with you in this declaration. The Lord is breaking every chain of oppression, every spirit of fear or intimidation, and every lie that the enemy has tried to plant in your mind through this situation. You are not a victim, but more than a conqueror through Christ who loves you (Romans 8:37). Walk in this freedom, knowing that the Lord has already won the victory.
We also encourage you to forgive this professor, not because he deserves it, but because forgiveness releases you from the bondage of bitterness and allows the Lord to work fully in your heart. Colossians 3:13 instructs, *"bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also do."* Forgiveness does not excuse his behavior, but it frees you to move forward in the peace of Christ.
Lastly, we remind you that your identity is not found in the opinions or actions of others, but in Christ alone. You are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), chosen by God (Ephesians 1:4), and called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28). No man can thwart the plans the Lord has for you (Jeremiah 29:11). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and trust that He is working all things together for your good.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother/sister who has been burdened by the negativity and opposition of this professor. Lord, You see the heart and the intentions of all men, and nothing is hidden from Your sight. We ask that You rebuke every scheme of the enemy that has tried to manifest through this man. Lord, silence every accusation and render powerless every attempt to hinder or discourage Your child. You are their defender, their shield, and their exceedingly great reward.
Father, we plead the blood of Jesus over this situation. May it be a dividing wall between Your child and any form of oppression, manipulation, or negativity. Convict this professor’s heart, Lord, and let him come to a place of repentance for any wrongdoing. Soften his heart toward Your child, and if it is Your will, turn his attitude from one of contention to one of cooperation and respect. But even if he does not change, Lord, we ask that You give our brother/sister the grace to rise above it, to walk in forgiveness, and to trust You fully in this season.
Restore what has been stolen, Lord—peace, joy, confidence, and focus. Replace every negative experience with Your supernatural peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Let Your child experience double honor for the shame they have endured, and let this trial become a testimony of Your faithfulness.
We declare freedom in Jesus’ name. Every chain is broken, every stronghold is demolished, and every lie is exposed by the truth of Your Word. Your child is free indeed, and we thank You for the victory that is already won at the cross.
Strengthen them, Lord, in their inner man (Ephesians 3:16). Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, and let them walk in the assurance that You are fighting for them. Remind them that their worth is found in You alone, and that no man can stand against Your purposes for their life.
We ask all these things in the precious and powerful name of Jesus, our Savior, our Deliverer, and our Soon-Coming King. Amen.