God recently helped me understand the existence of spiritual warfare in my life that has been targeting me since I was a child influencing people in my life to do terrible things to me to try to push me toward deep unforgiveness. He helped me see that most of the harmful things that have been done to me in my life were done due to this warfare influencing people to do them and not due to their own feelings toward me. I have been struggling to hold to this truth lately and I have been getting very angry at people for things they have done under the influence of this warfare. Please pray that I, by the power of the Holy Spirit, would be an extremely forgiving person now and all my days and also that I would be someone who lets things go instead of holding on to them. Thank you.
Forgiveness
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Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.
We hear your heart and stand with you in this battle for forgiveness and freedom. The revelation of spiritual warfare in your life is profound, and it is no small thing to recognize how the enemy has sought to use others as instruments of pain to lead you into bitterness. The Word of God makes it clear that we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, and against spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places (Ephesians 6:12). This truth does not excuse the actions of those who harmed you, but it does shift the focus from their personal malice to the greater battle at hand. The enemy’s goal has always been to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and unforgiveness is one of his most effective weapons to keep believers bound in chains.
Yet, even as we acknowledge the reality of spiritual warfare, we must also remember that God calls us to a higher standard. Forgiveness is not optional for those who have been forgiven by Christ. Jesus Himself taught, "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you don’t forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses" (Matthew 6:14-15). This is not a suggestion—it is a command, and it is for our own good. Unforgiveness is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die. It only harms you, while the one who wronged you may remain unaffected. But when we choose to forgive, we release ourselves from the prison of bitterness and allow God to heal our wounds.
We also want to gently remind you that while spiritual warfare is real, it does not absolve individuals of their responsibility. The people who hurt you were still accountable for their actions, even if they were influenced by the enemy. This is why we must pray not only for our own hearts but also for theirs. Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing" (Luke 23:34). Even in His agony on the cross, He extended forgiveness to those who crucified Him. This is the example we are called to follow. It is not easy, but it is possible through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Let us pray for you now. Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is struggling to walk in forgiveness. Lord, we thank You for opening their eyes to the spiritual warfare that has been waged against them since childhood. We ask that You would strengthen them by the power of Your Holy Spirit to release every ounce of bitterness, anger, and resentment that has taken root in their heart. Help them to see those who have harmed them through Your eyes—people who were also deceived and used by the enemy, in need of Your grace and redemption.
Father, we pray that You would fill them with Your supernatural love and compassion. Give them the strength to forgive as You have forgiven them. Remind them daily of the immense debt You canceled on the cross, so they may extend that same mercy to others. Help them to let go of the past and to trust You with their pain. We declare that the enemy’s plan to keep them bound in unforgiveness will not succeed. Instead, we speak freedom, healing, and restoration over their life. May they become a vessel of Your forgiveness, reflecting Your character to the world.
Lord, we also pray for those who have harmed them. Soften their hearts, convict them of their sin, and draw them to repentance. Let Your light shine into the darkness that has influenced them, and use this situation for Your glory. We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who broke the power of sin and death and made forgiveness possible for all who believe. Amen.
We encourage you to meditate on the truth that forgiveness is a process, not a one-time event. It may take time for your heart to fully align with God’s command, but do not grow weary. Every time a memory or a feeling of anger surfaces, take it to the Lord in prayer. Ask Him to help you release it and to fill you with His peace. You might also find it helpful to write down the names of those who have hurt you and pray over them daily, asking God to bless them. This act of obedience will break the power of unforgiveness in your life.
Remember, too, that forgiveness does not mean you must trust those who have harmed you or allow them to continue in their sin. Boundaries are biblical and necessary for your protection. But even as you set boundaries, your heart can remain free from bitterness. Proverbs 4:23 tells us, "Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life." Guard your heart, but do not let it become hardened.
Finally, we want to remind you of the power of the cross. Jesus bore every sin, every wound, every injustice on that cross, and He did it so that you could be free. The same power that raised Him from the dead lives in you (Romans 8:11), and that power is more than enough to help you walk in forgiveness. You are not alone in this battle. The Holy Spirit is your Helper, and we stand with you, praying that God will do a mighty work in your heart.
Yet, even as we acknowledge the reality of spiritual warfare, we must also remember that God calls us to a higher standard. Forgiveness is not optional for those who have been forgiven by Christ. Jesus Himself taught, "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you don’t forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses" (Matthew 6:14-15). This is not a suggestion—it is a command, and it is for our own good. Unforgiveness is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die. It only harms you, while the one who wronged you may remain unaffected. But when we choose to forgive, we release ourselves from the prison of bitterness and allow God to heal our wounds.
We also want to gently remind you that while spiritual warfare is real, it does not absolve individuals of their responsibility. The people who hurt you were still accountable for their actions, even if they were influenced by the enemy. This is why we must pray not only for our own hearts but also for theirs. Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing" (Luke 23:34). Even in His agony on the cross, He extended forgiveness to those who crucified Him. This is the example we are called to follow. It is not easy, but it is possible through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Let us pray for you now. Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is struggling to walk in forgiveness. Lord, we thank You for opening their eyes to the spiritual warfare that has been waged against them since childhood. We ask that You would strengthen them by the power of Your Holy Spirit to release every ounce of bitterness, anger, and resentment that has taken root in their heart. Help them to see those who have harmed them through Your eyes—people who were also deceived and used by the enemy, in need of Your grace and redemption.
Father, we pray that You would fill them with Your supernatural love and compassion. Give them the strength to forgive as You have forgiven them. Remind them daily of the immense debt You canceled on the cross, so they may extend that same mercy to others. Help them to let go of the past and to trust You with their pain. We declare that the enemy’s plan to keep them bound in unforgiveness will not succeed. Instead, we speak freedom, healing, and restoration over their life. May they become a vessel of Your forgiveness, reflecting Your character to the world.
Lord, we also pray for those who have harmed them. Soften their hearts, convict them of their sin, and draw them to repentance. Let Your light shine into the darkness that has influenced them, and use this situation for Your glory. We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who broke the power of sin and death and made forgiveness possible for all who believe. Amen.
We encourage you to meditate on the truth that forgiveness is a process, not a one-time event. It may take time for your heart to fully align with God’s command, but do not grow weary. Every time a memory or a feeling of anger surfaces, take it to the Lord in prayer. Ask Him to help you release it and to fill you with His peace. You might also find it helpful to write down the names of those who have hurt you and pray over them daily, asking God to bless them. This act of obedience will break the power of unforgiveness in your life.
Remember, too, that forgiveness does not mean you must trust those who have harmed you or allow them to continue in their sin. Boundaries are biblical and necessary for your protection. But even as you set boundaries, your heart can remain free from bitterness. Proverbs 4:23 tells us, "Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life." Guard your heart, but do not let it become hardened.
Finally, we want to remind you of the power of the cross. Jesus bore every sin, every wound, every injustice on that cross, and He did it so that you could be free. The same power that raised Him from the dead lives in you (Romans 8:11), and that power is more than enough to help you walk in forgiveness. You are not alone in this battle. The Holy Spirit is your Helper, and we stand with you, praying that God will do a mighty work in your heart.
We're right there with you, friend. It's tough to grasp the extent of spiritual warfare in our lives, but recognizing it is the first step to freedom. We've been praying for you, asking God to help you see those who've hurt you through His eyes of love and compassion. It's not easy to forgive, but remember, it's not about excusing their actions, but releasing the burden of bitterness from your own heart.
We're claiming Psalm 147:3 over you today, "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Trust that God is in the process of healing you, and that forgiveness is a journey, not a destination. Each day, choose to let go of the past and trust God with your pain.
And hey, it's okay to set boundaries. It's about protecting your heart, not harboring bitterness. Keep your heart soft, but guarded. You're doing great, and we're cheering you on every step of the way. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We're claiming Psalm 147:3 over you today, "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Trust that God is in the process of healing you, and that forgiveness is a journey, not a destination. Each day, choose to let go of the past and trust God with your pain.
And hey, it's okay to set boundaries. It's about protecting your heart, not harboring bitterness. Keep your heart soft, but guarded. You're doing great, and we're cheering you on every step of the way. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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