Please pray for an end to demonic harassment that has targeted me for many years of my life. I have also posted before about experiencing harassment by people who were doing so under the influence of demons that came into my life when I was in the new age. Well, God has helped me see that problems with unforgiveness kept these demons being able to harass me. After this, I began to theorize that making peace with these people who have been harassing me was the key to finally putting an end to this demonic harassment and have been trying to do so. Please pray for me about this. This is not going to be an easy or simple process as harmful things have been done on both my end and theirs and reaching out to reconcile has been nerve wrecking for me. There is also demonic activity involved affecting these people and causing them to behave out of the ordinary way they usually would in very evil ways in addition to some of them being unsaved/deceived by false teachings which could also impact how they respond to me. This has also caused concerns for me as I reach out. I am noticing that many of these people don't really actually seem as if they are trying to rebuild a relationship with me at a personal level apart from public perception. I'm also concerned because there are people in my life who under the influence of this same demonic activity were pressuring me to make peace with these people and they seem blind to the reality of the situation in multiple ways. It's like they're under some kind of spell. I really wish I had someone to talk to about this who could understand the kind of things happening here including the demonic activity. Maybe my pastor and elders might...Please pray. Thank you.
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We have read your request with deep care and we thank you for sharing so honestly about the long years of demonic harassment and the painful entanglement with people who have harmed you. We rejoice that God has given you insight into the open door of unforgiveness and into the way involvement in the new age gave place to the enemy in your life. The Scripture tells us Be angry, and do not sin. Do not let the sun go down on your wrath, neither give place to the devil Eph 4:26-27 and If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness 1 John 1:9. What you experienced in the new age was not harmless spirituality but fellowship with darkness, and God calls us to openly renounce and turn from it as many who practiced magical arts brought their books together and burned them in the sight of all Acts 19:19. We encourage you to continue to confess and renounce every specific new age practice, teaching and object before the Lord and to ask Him to cleanse every ground the enemy once claimed.
We also want to gently bring biblical clarity to the burden you are carrying about making peace. We understand your theory that reconciling with those who harassed you might close the door to harassment, and we honor your desire to obey God. Yet forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same. God commands us to forgive from the heart, for if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses Matt 6:14-15. Forgiveness is your release of the debt to God and a closing of the enemy's foothold, and you can do that whether the other person repents or not. Reconciliation, however, requires repentance and trust on both sides and is not always possible or wise. If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men Rom 12:18 shows that peace depends in part on the other person's response. When you see that many of these people seem concerned only with public perception and not with a true personal rebuilding, and when you sense demonic influence and deception still at work in them, it is wisdom to pause and not force closeness. To try to rebuild intimacy without repentance can expose you again to harm and to spiritual pressure. The pressure you feel from others who seem blind or as if under a spell is also something to bring to the Lord for discernment, for we know 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 Eph 6:12. People can indeed be influenced and deceived, especially those who are unsaved or under false teaching, and we are to speak the truth in love while keeping boundaries that protect our walk with Christ.
We noticed your request speaks of God but does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we want to lovingly remind you that it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and deliverance from darkness. Jesus said I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6 and 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 was Jesus who disarmed the powers of darkness at the cross and He alone has authority to command demons to leave. Greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world 1 John 4:4 and He delivered us out of the power of darkness, and translated us into the Kingdom of the Son of his love Col 1:13. If you have not already done so, we encourage you to place your full trust in Jesus Christ, believing that He died for your sins and rose again, confessing Him as Lord Rom 10:9, and to daily submit to Him and resist the enemy, for the promise is Be subject therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you James 4:7. We also encourage you to put on the whole armor of God each day Eph 6:11, to stay in the Word, in prayer, and in fellowship, and we strongly affirm your desire to talk with your pastor and elders. God has given shepherds to help bear burdens, to pray with you, to exercise discernment, and to walk with you in both deliverance and wisdom about who and how to reconcile.
We are praying together with you now.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, Your Son, and we thank You for this dear one who has endured years of harassment and spiritual oppression. Lord we ask You to cover them with the blood of Jesus and to shine Your light into every hidden place. We confess with them every involvement with the new age and every sin of unforgiveness, and we ask You to forgive and cleanse and to close every door that was opened to the enemy. Help them to forgive as You have forgiven us, to release every debt and to walk in freedom, even while You give them wisdom about reconciliation. Show them when to reach out and when to wait, when to speak and when to remain separate for protection, and guard them from pressure and manipulation. We ask You to break the power of every demonic harassment, to rebuke the spirits that have tormented and influenced, and to command them to leave in Jesus name and go to the place You appoint. Fill this dear one with Your peace that surpasses understanding, with courage and a sound mind, for You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control 2 Tim 1:7. Expose deception in those around them, save those who are unsaved, and deliver those under false teaching. Give their pastor and elders discernment, understanding and boldness to counsel and pray with clarity and to stand with them in spiritual battle. Keep them watchful, for the adversary walks around like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour, but help them to be steadfast in faith 1 Pet 5:8-9. We ask You to surround them with Your presence, to lead them step by step, and to let them know they are not alone. Let Your will be done and Your name be glorified in their deliverance and healing. In Jesus name we pray, amen.
We also want to gently bring biblical clarity to the burden you are carrying about making peace. We understand your theory that reconciling with those who harassed you might close the door to harassment, and we honor your desire to obey God. Yet forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same. God commands us to forgive from the heart, for if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses Matt 6:14-15. Forgiveness is your release of the debt to God and a closing of the enemy's foothold, and you can do that whether the other person repents or not. Reconciliation, however, requires repentance and trust on both sides and is not always possible or wise. If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men Rom 12:18 shows that peace depends in part on the other person's response. When you see that many of these people seem concerned only with public perception and not with a true personal rebuilding, and when you sense demonic influence and deception still at work in them, it is wisdom to pause and not force closeness. To try to rebuild intimacy without repentance can expose you again to harm and to spiritual pressure. The pressure you feel from others who seem blind or as if under a spell is also something to bring to the Lord for discernment, for we know 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 Eph 6:12. People can indeed be influenced and deceived, especially those who are unsaved or under false teaching, and we are to speak the truth in love while keeping boundaries that protect our walk with Christ.
We noticed your request speaks of God but does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we want to lovingly remind you that it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and deliverance from darkness. Jesus said I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6 and 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 was Jesus who disarmed the powers of darkness at the cross and He alone has authority to command demons to leave. Greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world 1 John 4:4 and He delivered us out of the power of darkness, and translated us into the Kingdom of the Son of his love Col 1:13. If you have not already done so, we encourage you to place your full trust in Jesus Christ, believing that He died for your sins and rose again, confessing Him as Lord Rom 10:9, and to daily submit to Him and resist the enemy, for the promise is Be subject therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you James 4:7. We also encourage you to put on the whole armor of God each day Eph 6:11, to stay in the Word, in prayer, and in fellowship, and we strongly affirm your desire to talk with your pastor and elders. God has given shepherds to help bear burdens, to pray with you, to exercise discernment, and to walk with you in both deliverance and wisdom about who and how to reconcile.
We are praying together with you now.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, Your Son, and we thank You for this dear one who has endured years of harassment and spiritual oppression. Lord we ask You to cover them with the blood of Jesus and to shine Your light into every hidden place. We confess with them every involvement with the new age and every sin of unforgiveness, and we ask You to forgive and cleanse and to close every door that was opened to the enemy. Help them to forgive as You have forgiven us, to release every debt and to walk in freedom, even while You give them wisdom about reconciliation. Show them when to reach out and when to wait, when to speak and when to remain separate for protection, and guard them from pressure and manipulation. We ask You to break the power of every demonic harassment, to rebuke the spirits that have tormented and influenced, and to command them to leave in Jesus name and go to the place You appoint. Fill this dear one with Your peace that surpasses understanding, with courage and a sound mind, for You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control 2 Tim 1:7. Expose deception in those around them, save those who are unsaved, and deliver those under false teaching. Give their pastor and elders discernment, understanding and boldness to counsel and pray with clarity and to stand with them in spiritual battle. Keep them watchful, for the adversary walks around like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour, but help them to be steadfast in faith 1 Pet 5:8-9. We ask You to surround them with Your presence, to lead them step by step, and to let them know they are not alone. Let Your will be done and Your name be glorified in their deliverance and healing. In Jesus name we pray, amen.
We have been praying as we read your note, and we hear how heavy and tangled this has felt for years. Wanting to do what is right before God while also feeling nervous, pressured, and unsure who really sees what you are carrying is a lot to hold alone. It makes sense you would long for someone safe who understands both the spiritual weight and the practical relational strain.
One thing that may help as you talk with your pastor and elders, which you mentioned and we think is a wise next step, is that forgiveness before God and rebuilding a relationship with someone are not the same thing. You can do the heart work of releasing resentment and choosing not to pursue revenge, and still need wisdom, time, and mutual willingness before any reconciliation is healthy or safe. If others are urging you to make peace quickly, it is okay to slow down and get counsel first.
It could help to write down briefly what you are hoping for and what concerns you, and bring that plus one trusted, mature believer with you when you meet with your pastor or elders. Ask them to help you discern boundaries, timing, and what kind of contact, if any, is wise right now, especially when you are noticing that some people seem more concerned with appearances than with real repair.
Father, we lift our brother to You and ask for Your protection, clarity, and peace over him. Give him wise and steady counselors who listen well, guard his heart and mind in Christ, and guide his next steps with gentleness and truth. Help him to know he is not alone and to walk in Your grace day by day. In Jesus' name, amen.
One thing that may help as you talk with your pastor and elders, which you mentioned and we think is a wise next step, is that forgiveness before God and rebuilding a relationship with someone are not the same thing. You can do the heart work of releasing resentment and choosing not to pursue revenge, and still need wisdom, time, and mutual willingness before any reconciliation is healthy or safe. If others are urging you to make peace quickly, it is okay to slow down and get counsel first.
It could help to write down briefly what you are hoping for and what concerns you, and bring that plus one trusted, mature believer with you when you meet with your pastor or elders. Ask them to help you discern boundaries, timing, and what kind of contact, if any, is wise right now, especially when you are noticing that some people seem more concerned with appearances than with real repair.
Father, we lift our brother to You and ask for Your protection, clarity, and peace over him. Give him wise and steady counselors who listen well, guard his heart and mind in Christ, and guide his next steps with gentleness and truth. Help him to know he is not alone and to walk in Your grace day by day. In Jesus' name, amen.
Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
We have received your request with care and have heard the weight of what you have carried for so many years. To live under prolonged harassment, and to feel the oppression that came in through involvement in the new age, is a heavy and wearying trial. We thank you for sharing so honestly about the struggle with unforgiveness, the desire to make peace, and the confusion and fear that has come as you have tried to reach out.
We want to point you first to the great hope that there is forgiveness with God, and that it is a divine forgiveness. The Lord says, I, even I, am he that blotteth out thy transgressions. This forgiveness is not dependent upon the response of other people, nor upon whether they will ever acknowledge wrong or offer reconciliation. If you tremble with a penitent heart and desire forgiveness, hear this assurance, there is forgiveness with God through Jesus Christ His Son, full and complete and eternal. He not only forgave at the first all our sins, but continues to forgive, and He can bestow that chief forgiveness even for the chief of sinners now. Whatever has been done on your part, however entangled the past has been, come to Christ and trust in Him alone for salvation, for there is no other way of deliverance. God has found a ransom, His own Son who bore the penalty, and deliverance from sin and from the pit is solely by the power of God, not of him that wills nor of him that runs, but of God that showeth mercy.
We also hear your theorising that making peace with those who have harassed you might be the key to ending this oppression, and your distress that reaching out has been nerve wracking and has not led to a genuine rebuilding of relationship, while others around you press you to do so. Scripture calls us to a joint work of mutual forgiveness, forgiving one another even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven us, and that is a release of the debt before God. Yet forgiveness in the heart before the Lord is not always the same as restored fellowship, especially when harmful things have been done, when people remain unsaved or deceived by false teaching, and when behaviour continues to be evil and unstable. The Lord would have us be merciful as we have been shown mercy, but also wise and sober, not under compulsion from others who may be blind to the reality of the situation.
We encourage you with all earnestness to do what you have already considered, to speak privately and fully with your pastor and elders. Bring to them the whole history, including the new age background, the demonic harassment, the pressures you feel, and the attempts at contact you have made. They can walk with you, help you discern what true repentance and safe reconciliation would require, and stand with you in prayer and protection. You do not need to carry this alone or to be driven by a sense of being under a spell or by the expectations of public perception.
We are praying for you.
We pray that the Lord Jesus Christ, who has wrought a greater deliverance than that of Israel from Egypt, would bring you forth with His strong hand, and that you would know that He alone brings forth His people. We pray that He would silence the harassment of the enemy, guard your mind and heart, and make His power perfect in your weakness. We pray that He would give you a deep assurance of His own forgiveness, that you would know the completeness of being forgiven for Christ's sake, and that from that place you would be enabled to forgive as you have been forgiven, releasing every debt into His hands. We pray for wisdom for every step concerning these other people, that you would not be driven by fear or pressure, but led by the Spirit with clarity and peace, and that the Lord would give your pastor and elders grace to counsel and shepherd you well. We pray that those who are unsaved and deceived would come to know that there is forgiveness only through Jesus, and that the Lord would protect you from all evil and cause you to sing songs of deliverance in His time.
Cast your grief not upon the pitiless sea, but upon the Lord whose ear is open, and trust Him to work deliverance in His way and hour.
We want to point you first to the great hope that there is forgiveness with God, and that it is a divine forgiveness. The Lord says, I, even I, am he that blotteth out thy transgressions. This forgiveness is not dependent upon the response of other people, nor upon whether they will ever acknowledge wrong or offer reconciliation. If you tremble with a penitent heart and desire forgiveness, hear this assurance, there is forgiveness with God through Jesus Christ His Son, full and complete and eternal. He not only forgave at the first all our sins, but continues to forgive, and He can bestow that chief forgiveness even for the chief of sinners now. Whatever has been done on your part, however entangled the past has been, come to Christ and trust in Him alone for salvation, for there is no other way of deliverance. God has found a ransom, His own Son who bore the penalty, and deliverance from sin and from the pit is solely by the power of God, not of him that wills nor of him that runs, but of God that showeth mercy.
We also hear your theorising that making peace with those who have harassed you might be the key to ending this oppression, and your distress that reaching out has been nerve wracking and has not led to a genuine rebuilding of relationship, while others around you press you to do so. Scripture calls us to a joint work of mutual forgiveness, forgiving one another even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven us, and that is a release of the debt before God. Yet forgiveness in the heart before the Lord is not always the same as restored fellowship, especially when harmful things have been done, when people remain unsaved or deceived by false teaching, and when behaviour continues to be evil and unstable. The Lord would have us be merciful as we have been shown mercy, but also wise and sober, not under compulsion from others who may be blind to the reality of the situation.
We encourage you with all earnestness to do what you have already considered, to speak privately and fully with your pastor and elders. Bring to them the whole history, including the new age background, the demonic harassment, the pressures you feel, and the attempts at contact you have made. They can walk with you, help you discern what true repentance and safe reconciliation would require, and stand with you in prayer and protection. You do not need to carry this alone or to be driven by a sense of being under a spell or by the expectations of public perception.
We are praying for you.
We pray that the Lord Jesus Christ, who has wrought a greater deliverance than that of Israel from Egypt, would bring you forth with His strong hand, and that you would know that He alone brings forth His people. We pray that He would silence the harassment of the enemy, guard your mind and heart, and make His power perfect in your weakness. We pray that He would give you a deep assurance of His own forgiveness, that you would know the completeness of being forgiven for Christ's sake, and that from that place you would be enabled to forgive as you have been forgiven, releasing every debt into His hands. We pray for wisdom for every step concerning these other people, that you would not be driven by fear or pressure, but led by the Spirit with clarity and peace, and that the Lord would give your pastor and elders grace to counsel and shepherd you well. We pray that those who are unsaved and deceived would come to know that there is forgiveness only through Jesus, and that the Lord would protect you from all evil and cause you to sing songs of deliverance in His time.
Cast your grief not upon the pitiless sea, but upon the Lord whose ear is open, and trust Him to work deliverance in His way and hour.
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