We hear the anguish in this request and we join together in bringing these victims before the throne of grace, asking for Christ's intervention, protection, and justice. The Lord sees every hidden act of cruelty and oppression, and He does not ignore the cries of those who are harassed and tormented. Psalm 34:17 says The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. And Psalm 10:17-18 reminds us Yahweh, you have heard the desire of the humble. You will prepare their heart. You will cause your ear to hear, to judge the fatherless and the oppressed, that man who is of the earth may terrify no more.
We know that such prolonged targeting, harassment, and torture is evil in the sight of God. He is a God of justice and mercy, and He calls what is evil, evil. For those who perpetrate such acts, we pray that their hearts would be convicted and that they would turn from wickedness. Romans 12:19 says Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord. We do not take vengeance into our own hands, but we trust the righteous Judge who will repay and who calls all people to repentance. We pray that these perpetrators would come to repentance through Jesus Christ, for God desires that none should perish but that all should come to repentance.
We also recognize that our struggle is not only against people, but against spiritual forces of darkness. Ephesians 6:12 says For 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. Therefore we put on the armor of God and stand firm in prayer.
We are thankful that this request calls upon Christ, for it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and it is only by His name that we are saved and delivered. John 14:6 says Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. And Acts 4:12 says 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. It is in His mighty name that we seek refuge and deliverance.
We pray together for every victim who has endured this torment for years without cause or mercy.
Father, in the name of Jesus Christ we come before You and lift up every person who is being targeted, harassed, and tortured in this way. You see what is done in secret and You know the pain, the fear, and the exhaustion they carry. We ask that You would intervene with Your mighty hand and put an end to this evil. We ask that You would be their refuge and fortress, their shelter in this storm. Psalm 91:1-2 says He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of Yahweh, He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust. Surround them with Your protection, give them sleep and peace, and let them feel Your presence. Isaiah 41:10 says Don't you be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
Lord, we ask that You would expose these works of darkness and bring them to an end. Let justice roll forth and let those who do evil be stopped and brought to account, whether through conviction of heart and repentance or through Your righteous judgment. We pray for the stalker and the tormentor, that You would break the hardness of their hearts and lead them to repent and seek forgiveness through Jesus Christ. We pray for law enforcement and authorities where appropriate, that they would have wisdom and courage to protect the vulnerable.
We pray that each victim would be drawn closer to You, that they would know they are not forgotten or alone, and that You would restore what has been stolen, heal their minds and bodies, and give them a community of faithful believers to stand with them, encourage them, and help bear their burdens. Help them to cast all their anxiety on You because You care for them, as 1 Peter 5:7 teaches. May they find strength daily in Your Word and in prayer, and may Your peace which surpasses all understanding guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
We trust in Your perfect timing and Your perfect justice, and we ask all of this in the powerful and merciful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Deliverer, amen.
We encourage those who are suffering to remain steadfast in prayer, to stay in the Word, to remain in fellowship with a sound local church, and to seek godly counsel and wise, practical help from trusted pastors and, when needed, from proper authorities who can help ensure safety. You are deeply seen and loved by God, and He will not abandon those who cry out to Him in truth.