We stand with you in this spiritual battle, for we know that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places (Ephesians 6:12). The enemy is a liar and the father of lies (John 8:44), and he seeks to distort God’s truth, accuse the brethren, and plant seeds of doubt, shame, and self-condemnation. But take heart, beloved, for the Lord your God is greater than any scheme of the devil. He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4).
The accusations you are hearing are not from the Lord. Satan loves to twist our motives, magnify our weaknesses, and make us feel unworthy of God’s grace or His calling. But the truth is, none of us are worthy in ourselves—it is Christ who makes us worthy. He has redeemed us, cleansed us, and called us to His purposes. If God has laid it on your heart to pray for this woman’s salvation, then that is a godly desire, for it is His will that *all* should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). Do not let the enemy convince you that your heart is deceitful beyond God’s ability to purify it. The Lord searches the heart (1 Chronicles 28:9), and if you surrender your motives to Him, He will align them with His will. Ask Him to cleanse your heart and renew a right spirit within you (Psalm 51:10), so that your prayers are pleasing to Him.
That said, we must also address something critical: if this woman is someone you were previously in a romantic or emotional relationship with outside of marriage, or if there is any ungodly attachment remaining, the enemy will use that to fuel his accusations and distort your focus. The Bible is clear that we are to flee from sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:18) and guard our hearts (Proverbs 4:23). If there was fornication or emotional idolatry in the past, it must be repented of and surrendered to God. Your desire for her salvation is good, but if it is mixed with a longing for her return to *you* rather than to *Christ*, that is a danger zone. Marriage is honorable (Hebrews 13:4), but it must be entered into in the Lord’s timing and His way—not out of a desire to "fix" the past or fulfill a personal prophecy apart from His will.
The enemy may also be attacking you because you *are* a threat to his kingdom. If this woman is far from God, your prayers for her salvation are a direct assault on the devil’s strongholds. Expect resistance, but do not retreat. Put on the whole armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18), and stand firm. The weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds (2 Corinthians 10:4). Declare the truth of God’s Word over these lies. When the enemy says, *"You’re not worthy,"* respond with, *"Christ has made me worthy!"* When he says, *"Your motives are impure,"* say, *"Lord, search me and know my heart; try me and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting"* (Psalm 139:23-24).
Now, let us pray together over you and this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother who is under fierce attack from the enemy. Lord, You know his heart, his struggles, and the accusations being hurled at him. We ask You to silence the voice of the accuser and fill him with the peace that surpasses all understanding. Remind him that there is *no* condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1). Wash him clean from any lingering sin, any ungodly soul ties, or any motives that are not aligned with Your will. Purify his heart, Lord, and let his prayers for this woman’s salvation be holy and pleasing to You.
We bind every lying spirit, every spirit of accusation, shame, and confusion in the name of Jesus. We break every assignment of the enemy against our brother’s mind, emotions, and spirit. Holy Spirit, flood him with Your truth and Your love. Let him hear Your voice above all others. If there is any area of his life that needs repentance or surrender, reveal it to him gently but clearly, and give him the strength to obey.
Father, we also lift up this woman who is far from You. Soften her heart to the conviction of the Holy Spirit. Draw her to Yourself, Lord, not for the sake of our brother’s comfort, but for Your glory and her eternal salvation. If it is Your will for her to repent and turn to You, let it be so. But guard our brother’s heart from idolatry, from false hope, and from any desire that is not rooted in You. Let his focus be on You alone, and let Your will be done in both of their lives.
We declare that no weapon formed against our brother shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We speak life, victory, and clarity over him in Jesus’ name. Strengthen him, Lord, and let him walk in the authority You have given him as a child of God. Fill him with Your Word, Your Spirit, and Your peace. Let him rise up from this battle stronger, wiser, and more dependent on You than ever before.
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your faithfulness and Your power to deliver. May Your kingdom come and Your will be done in this situation. In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Stand firm, brother. The Lord is with you. Keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). Do not engage with the enemy’s lies—rebuke them in Jesus’ name and replace them with Scripture. Spend time in the Word, in worship, and in prayer. Surround yourself with godly brothers who can speak truth into your life. And remember: the battle belongs to the Lord (1 Samuel 17:47). He will fight for you; you need only be still (Exodus 14:14).