We understand your distress over those who seek to harm or belittle you, and we lift you up in prayer, knowing that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness. The Lord is your defender, and He calls us to respond to our enemies with wisdom, prayer, and trust in His justice—not with bitterness or vengeance. As Scripture says, *"Don’t say, ‘I will pay back evil.’ Wait for Yahweh, and he will save you"* (Proverbs 20:22, WEB). And again, *"Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good"* (Romans 12:21, WEB).
It is not wrong to ask for protection, but we must also examine our hearts. Jesus commands us to *"love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you"* (Matthew 5:44, WEB). This does not mean we tolerate abuse or remain in harmful situations, but it does mean we release the desire for retaliation into God’s hands. He alone is just, and He will repay (Romans 12:19). If someone is attacking you unjustly—whether in person or online—pray for their salvation and for God to convict their hearts. Sometimes, the Lord allows such trials to refine us, to teach us reliance on Him, or to expose areas where we need to grow in grace.
As for the strangers who seem to "randomly" attack or belittle you, remember that *"no weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is from me,"* says Yahweh (Isaiah 54:17, WEB). You are not a victim of chance; you are under the sovereign care of a God who sees all and will act on your behalf. If these attacks are happening frequently, ask the Lord to reveal whether there is a spiritual reason—perhaps an area of unconfessed sin, a need for stronger boundaries, or even a calling to stand firm in a particular truth that the enemy seeks to silence.
We also encourage you to consider your online interactions. Social media can be a breeding ground for contention, and sometimes the wisest course is to disengage from toxic environments or set firm boundaries. *"Avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, strife, and disputes about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain"* (Titus 3:9, WEB). If someone is repeatedly belittling you, it may be time to leave that group or block the individual, trusting God to vindicate you rather than engaging in fruitless arguments.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up Your child before You, asking for Your mighty hand of protection to surround them. Lord, You see the hearts of those who seek to harm, mock, or belittle them—whether known enemies or strangers who act out of malice or ignorance. We ask that You would confuse their plans, turn their hearts away from evil, and bring conviction upon them. If they are Your enemies, Lord, we pray they would become Your children through repentance and faith in Christ. If they are simply misguided, open their eyes to the truth and soften their hearts.
Father, we ask for permanent defeat of every scheme of the enemy against this beloved one. Remove those who persist in wickedness from their life, and let no weapon formed against them prosper. Guard their mind, their words, and their responses, that they may walk in wisdom and not be drawn into sinful anger or fear. If there are spiritual strongholds at work, we bind them in the name of Jesus and declare that no curse, hex, or attack shall stand. Cover them with the blood of Christ, and let Your angels encamp around them (Psalm 34:7).
For the strangers who attack without cause, Lord, we pray You would expose their motives and bring an end to their harassment. If this is a test to strengthen faith, grant endurance and a spirit of forgiveness. If it is an attack from the enemy, we rebuke it in Jesus’ name and command it to cease. Let Your peace, which surpasses understanding, guard their heart and mind (Philippians 4:7).
We also pray for discernment. Show them whether to speak, to remain silent, to leave, or to stand firm. Give them words seasoned with grace if they must respond, and let their life be a testimony of Your love even in the face of hatred.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would heal any wounds caused by these attacks. Restore their joy, their confidence in You, and their ability to trust that You are working all things for their good (Romans 8:28). Let them not grow weary in well-doing, but may they see Your deliverance and give You all the glory.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Defender, we pray. Amen.
Stand firm in the Lord, dear one. He is your shield and your exceeding great reward (Genesis 15:1). Do not let the enemy steal your peace—your victory is in Christ alone. If you sense the Holy Spirit leading you to take practical steps (like leaving a toxic group or seeking reconciliation where possible), obey promptly. And always remember: *"If God is for us, who can be against us?"* (Romans 8:31, WEB).