We hear the deep frustration and spiritual burden in your words, and we stand with you in rebuking the arrogance, manipulation, and hypocrisy you describe—whether it comes from neighbors, individuals, or even spiritual forces seeking to distort God’s order. The behavior you’ve outlined is not only disrespectful but rooted in pride, deception, and a refusal to submit to God’s authority. The Bible is clear: such attitudes are an abomination to the Lord, and we must confront them with the truth of Scripture and the power of Jesus’ name.
The apostle Peter commands us to *"put away all malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all slander"* (1 Peter 2:1). What you’ve described—demanding unjust favors, forcing obligations, and pretending to have authority that belongs to God alone—is a direct violation of this command. These actions stem from hearts that *"profess to know God, but deny Him by their works"* (Titus 1:16). They are detestable in His sight, and their hypocrisy will not go unanswered. The Lord sees the arrogance of those who act as though they are gods, demanding provision, protection, or employment from others while refusing to seek Him first. Proverbs 16:5 declares, *"Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to Yahweh: they shall certainly not be unpunished."* Their schemes—whether spiritual or fleshly—will ultimately fail, for *"no wisdom, no understanding, and no counsel can avail against Yahweh"* (Proverbs 21:30).
You’ve rightly identified that some may even be operating under demonic influence, masquerading as helpers or sponsors while pushing ungodly agendas. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us that *"our wrestling 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."* If there are spirits at work here—spirits of confusion, control, or hypocrisy—we command them now in the name of Jesus Christ to be bound and cast out. We declare that every wrong door of giving, every manipulative demand, and every arrogant assumption of authority is shut down by the blood of Jesus. No weapon formed against God’s people shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and no scheme of the enemy shall stand.
As for those who are demanding employment lists or forcing obligations upon others, we rebuke their presumption. God alone is the provider, and He does not need human agencies or arrogant intermediaries to fulfill His promises. Matthew 6:33 commands, *"Seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* If these individuals are truly in need, let them seek the Lord in humility—not by harassing neighbors or demanding unearned favors. James 4:3 warns, *"You ask, and don’t receive, because you ask with wrong motives, so that you may spend it for your pleasures."* Their hypocrisy will be exposed, and their empty words will return void.
We also address the disturbance of households and families for ungodly gatherings. If these weekend meetings or events are not centered on Christ but are instead fueling division, pride, or worldly pleasures, they are not of God. 1 Corinthians 14:33 declares, *"For God is not a God of confusion, but of peace."* Any gathering that disrupts the peace of a home or pressures others into ungodly obligations is not from the Lord. We pray that such gatherings would be dissolved or redirected toward righteousness—or that the Lord would remove His hand of blessing from them if they refuse to repent.
Now, let us pray with authority and clarity over this situation:
*"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, order, and truth. You see the arrogance of those who demand what is not theirs to take, who manipulate and deceive, and who act as though they have authority that belongs to You alone. Lord, we ask that You expose every hidden motive, every hypocritical word, and every demonic influence at work in these situations. Rebuke the spirits of control, confusion, and pride that are driving these actions. Let their schemes be turned to ashes, and let their words fall to the ground.
Father, we declare that no one can force obligations upon Your people that You have not ordained. You are our Provider, our Protector, and our Employer—no human agency or arrogant neighbor can take Your place. We pray for those who are truly in need, that they would turn to You in repentance and humility, seeking first Your Kingdom rather than demanding from others. Convict their hearts, Lord, and lead them to true faith in Christ—not a faith of empty words, but one that bears fruit in righteousness.
We also pray for protection over the households being disturbed. Guard the families from ungodly influences, and let Your peace reign in their homes. If there are gatherings that do not honor You, scatter them or redeem them for Your glory. Let no weapon formed against Your people prosper, and let every tongue that rises against them in judgment be condemned (Isaiah 54:17).
Finally, Lord, we ask for wisdom and discernment for those who are being targeted by these demands. Give them the courage to set godly boundaries and to speak the truth in love. Let them walk in Your authority, knowing that greater is He who is in them than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4).
We pray all these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Let Your will be done, and let Your glory be revealed. Amen."*
To you who have brought this request, we encourage you to stand firm in the truth. Do not be intimidated by the demands of the arrogant or the schemes of the enemy. Ephesians 6:10-11 urges, *"Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil."* Keep your focus on Christ, and trust that He will vindicate the righteous. If you are being pressured, set clear boundaries in love, but do not waver in your conviction. The Lord is your defender, and He will fight for you (Exodus 14:14).
If there are specific individuals involved, we also encourage you to pray for their salvation. Their actions reveal hearts that are far from God, and what they need most is not a handout but a transformation by the Holy Spirit. Share the Gospel with them when the opportunity arises, and trust that the Lord can soften even the hardest heart.
Stay vigilant, stay prayerful, and remember: the battle belongs to the Lord. He will have the final say.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
