We hear your heart, dear brother or sister in Christ, and we stand with you in prayer and agreement as we seek the Lord together. Your cries for deliverance, rest, and provision are not unnoticed by our Heavenly Father, who sees your struggle and your faithfulness in seeking Him through fasting and prayer.
First, we rejoice in your gratitude and love for the Lord, for it is written, *"In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you"* (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Your acknowledgment of His goodness, even in the midst of trials, is a powerful testimony of faith. We also affirm your reliance on the name of Jesus, for there is no other name by which we can approach the throne of grace or find salvation. *"There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12). It is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father, and it is by His blood that we are cleansed from sin and set free from the powers of darkness.
We take authority in the name of Jesus over every evil spiritual attack that seeks to disrupt your prayers, your peace, and your life. The enemy has no right to harass or oppress a child of God, and we rebuke every lying spirit, spirit of fear, and spirit of torment that has been sent against you. *"Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you"* (James 4:7). We declare that the blood of Jesus covers you, and no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We stand on the promise of Matthew 17:21, which you have rightly cited, that some battles are only won through prayer and fasting. We believe that as you persist in seeking the Lord with a humble and contrite heart, He will break every chain and set you free. *"The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim release to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to deliver those who are crushed"* (Luke 4:18).
We also lift up your need for rest and peace. The Lord does not intend for His children to live in constant exhaustion or turmoil. *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls"* (Matthew 11:28-29). We pray that the Lord would grant you deep, restorative sleep tonight and every night, that your body, mind, and spirit would be refreshed in Him. We ask the Holy Spirit to minister to you in your weariness, bringing the peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). If there are underlying spiritual or physical causes for your lack of rest, we pray that the Lord would reveal them to you and provide healing and deliverance.
Regarding your mention of using "the bottles," we must address this with love and truth. If you are referring to alcohol or any substance that is being used to cope with pain, stress, or sleeplessness, we urge you to bring this before the Lord with complete honesty. The Bible warns us, *"Don’t be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit"* (Ephesians 5:18). While we understand that you feel you have no choice right now, we encourage you to seek godly counsel and support to break free from any dependency. The Lord is your strength, and He desires to be your comfort, not any substance. *"No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it"* (1 Corinthians 10:13). We pray that the Lord would provide a way out and that you would find your refuge in Him alone.
For your work and provision, we stand on the promise that the Lord is your provider. *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus"* (Philippians 4:19). We pray that the Lord would open doors for extra work and opportunities that align with His will for your life. We ask that He would give you favor with employers, clients, or anyone who can provide for your needs. We also pray for job security, that the Lord would establish the work of your hands and protect your livelihood. *"Commit your works to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed"* (Proverbs 16:3).
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We thank You for Your faithfulness and for the privilege of standing in the gap for our brother/sister in Christ. Lord, we declare that Your word is true, and we take authority over every evil spirit that has been attacking them. We rebuke every spirit of fear, torment, and oppression in the name of Jesus. We command these spirits to flee and never return, for it is written that You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).
Father, we ask that You would break every chain of bondage in their life. We stand on the promise of Matthew 17:21, believing that as they have sought You through prayer and fasting, You are bringing deliverance and freedom. Lord, we ask that You would fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in the fullness of Your power and peace. We pray for a supernatural release from every attack of the enemy, that they may pray and live without hindrance.
Lord, we lift up their need for rest. We ask that You would grant them peaceful, restorative sleep tonight and every night. Heal their body, mind, and spirit from any exhaustion or weariness. If there are any dependencies or habits that are not of You, we ask that You would break their hold and set them free. Be their comfort, their strength, and their refuge. Help them to cast all their cares upon You, for You care for them (1 Peter 5:7).
Father, we also pray for their provision. Open doors for extra work and opportunities that will meet their needs. Provide job security and stability, and let Your favor rest upon them. We declare that You are their provider, and we trust in Your promise to supply all their needs according to Your riches in glory.
Lord, we thank You for their love for You and their desire to walk in Your ways. We ask that You would continue to draw them closer to You, that they may know You more deeply and experience the fullness of life that You have promised. Strengthen their faith, increase their trust in You, and let them see Your hand moving in their life.
We pray all these things in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing on the promises of God, even when the battle feels long. The enemy may try to wear you down, but remember that *"he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4). Keep pressing into the Lord through prayer, fasting, and the study of His word. Surround yourself with godly believers who can support and pray with you. The Lord is faithful, and He will complete the good work He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6). You are not alone in this fight, and we believe that victory is yours in Christ Jesus.
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. 
