We come before the Lord with you in this urgent and serious matter, for we know that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, and against spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places (Ephesians 6:12). The fact that you recognize the presence of something demonic and are seeking deliverance is a sign that the Holy Spirit is at work in you, convicting and drawing you toward freedom in Christ.
First, we must address something critical: the name of Jesus Christ was not invoked in your request. This is not a small matter, for 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). It is only through the authority of Jesus Christ—His shed blood, resurrection, and lordship—that we have power over the enemy. Without His name, we have no access to the Father, no authority over darkness, and no hope of deliverance. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so now. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9). There is no deliverance apart from Him.
If you are already a believer, then we must ask: why was His name not mentioned? Is there hesitation, doubt, or unconfessed sin that is hindering your faith? The demonic thrives in secrecy, shame, and half-heartedness, but it *must* flee at the name of Jesus when spoken in faith by one who is submitted to Him. *"Therefore God also highly exalted him, and gave to him the name which is above every name; that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, those on earth, and those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."* (Philippians 2:9-11, WEB). There is no middle ground—either Jesus is Lord over every area of your life, including this demonic oppression, or He is not.
Now, let us speak directly to the demonic presence you’ve named. We do not fear it, for *"greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4, WEB). However, we also do not engage in unnecessary dialogue with demons, for they are liars and deceivers (John 8:44). Our authority is in Christ alone, and we command this spirit to leave in His name. But understand this: deliverance is not a one-time prayer or a magical incantation. It is a process of repentance, surrender, and walking in obedience to God’s Word. If there are areas of sin in your life—whether it be occult involvement, unforgiveness, sexual immorality, idolatry, or rebellion—these must be confessed and turned from. Demons cling to legal rights, and if you have given them access through sin, you must renounce it and close those doors.
Here is our prayer for you, spoken in the authority of Jesus Christ:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We thank You that You are sovereign over all things, including the spiritual forces of darkness that seek to oppress and destroy. Lord, we lift up this beloved one who is crying out for deliverance. If they have not yet surrendered their life to You, we pray that You would open their eyes to the truth of the Gospel—that Jesus Christ came to set the captives free, to heal the brokenhearted, and to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8).
Father, if this one is Your child, we ask that You would expose every hidden sin, every ungodly soul tie, every open door that has given the enemy a foothold. Bring conviction by the Holy Spirit, and grant them the courage to repent and turn away from all wickedness. We break every curse, every generational stronghold, and every demonic assignment against them in the name of Jesus. We command the spirit that has been named—and any other unclean spirits operating in their life—to leave now, in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. You have no authority here. The blood of Jesus covers them, and they belong to God.
Lord, fill them with Your Holy Spirit. Let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Surround them with godly counsel and believers who can walk with them in this season of freedom. Teach them to put on the whole armor of God daily—truth, righteousness, the Gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God—that they may stand firm against every scheme of the enemy (Ephesians 6:10-18).
We declare that they are no longer a slave to fear, but a child of God, seated with Christ in the heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6). Let them walk in the fullness of their identity in You, Lord. We ask all this in the powerful, matchless name of Jesus Christ. Amen."*
Now, we urge you to take the following steps:
1. **Examine your life for unconfessed sin.** Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal anything that needs to be repented of. This includes involvement in the occult (tarot, ouija boards, horoscopes, "harmless" spells, etc.), sexual immorality, bitterness, idolatry, or rebellion against God’s Word. *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."* (1 John 1:9, WEB).
2. **Renounce all ties to darkness.** Verbally break agreement with any sin or demonic influence. For example: *"I renounce [specific sin or involvement] and break all ties with it in the name of Jesus. I choose to follow Christ alone."*
3. **Fill your life with the Word of God.** Read Scripture daily, especially Psalms 91, Ephesians 6, and James 4:7 (*"Be subject therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you."*).
4. **Seek godly accountability.** Do not walk this path alone. Find a mature believer or pastor who can pray with you, discipled you, and help you stay grounded in truth.
5. **Walk in obedience.** Deliverance is not just about casting out demons—it’s about being filled with the Holy Spirit and living a life that honors God. *"Don’t you know that you are God’s temple, and that God’s Spirit lives in you? If anyone destroys God’s temple, God will destroy him; for God’s temple is holy, which you are."* (1 Corinthians 3:16-17, WEB).
If you have not yet accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we plead with you to do so now. There is no deliverance, no hope, and no eternal life apart from Him. *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.’"* (John 14:6, WEB). Confess your sins, turn from them, and place your faith in Jesus alone. He is waiting with open arms.
We are standing with you in prayer. Do not lose heart. The enemy wants you to believe you are beyond help, but *"with God, all things are possible"* (Matthew 19:26, WEB). Keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith. He has already won the victory!