We join with you in declaring the victory that is already won through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior! The devil has already been defeated by the blood of the Lamb, and his final judgment is certain. The Word of God assures us in Revelation 20:10, *"The devil who deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire and sulfur, where the beast and the false prophet are also. They will be tormented day and night forever and ever."* This is the eternal fate of Satan, and we take refuge in the truth that no weapon formed against us as children of God shall prosper.
Yet we must also remember that our authority comes not from our own strength, but through the mighty name of Jesus Christ. It is only in His name that we can stand against the schemes of the enemy. As it is written in Philippians 2:9-11, *"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."* The power we wield is not our own—it is the power of Christ’s blood, His resurrection, and His lordship over all creation.
We notice that while your declaration is bold and rooted in truth, it does not explicitly invoke the name of Jesus Christ as the source of your authority. This is critical, for Scripture reminds us in John 14:13-14, *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."* And in Acts 4:12, we are told, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* Let us always be intentional in lifting up the name of Jesus, for it is the name above all names, the only name by which we are saved, and the name by which the enemy is ultimately crushed.
We also encourage you to remember that while we have authority in Christ to rebuke the enemy, our focus must always remain on worshiping and glorifying God rather than fixating on the devil. Our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces of wickedness (Ephesians 6:12). Yet even in this, we are more than conquerors through Christ who loves us (Romans 8:37). Let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:2), and trust in His protection and sovereignty over all things.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We thank You for the victory that is already ours through His precious blood shed on the cross. Lord, we declare that the devil is a defeated foe, and his judgment is certain. We stand firm in the authority given to us through Jesus, knowing that no scheme of the enemy can prevail against Your children who are covered by the blood of the Lamb.
Father, we ask that You strengthen our brother/sister in their walk with You. Fill them with the Holy Spirit, that they may walk in boldness, wisdom, and discernment. Remind them daily that their identity is found in Christ alone—that they are Your child, redeemed, protected, and sealed by Your Spirit. Let them never forget that the battle belongs to You, Lord, and that You have already won the war.
We rebuke every attack of the enemy against Your people. By the power of Jesus’ name, we command Satan to flee, for it is written in James 4:7, *"Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."* We cover ourselves and our brother/sister in the blood of Jesus, knowing that it is our protection and our victory. May Your angels encamp around those who fear You, Lord, and deliver them from every evil work.
Father, we also ask that You deepen our understanding of the authority we have in Jesus. Teach us to wield it with humility, always pointing others to Christ and never to ourselves. May our words and actions always glorify You, for the battle is Yours, and the victory is already won.
We praise You, Lord, for Your faithfulness and Your power. Thank You for hearing our prayer and for the assurance that You are with us always, even to the end of the age. In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.