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 and we join you together before the throne of grace in Jesus' name, for we know this long season of harassment has been heavy and exhausting for you.
We thank God that He has given you insight about unforgiveness, because Scripture makes this connection clear. Be angry, and do not sin. Do not let the sun go down on your wrath, and do not give place to the devil Ephesians 4:26-27. Unforgiveness does give a foothold to the enemy, and when we forgive as Christ forgave us we close that door. 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 Matthew 6:14-15. We encourage you to continue to forgive from the heart, not because the harm was small, but because Christ has forgiven you so greatly and because you want no place left for the enemy to accuse or harass you.
We also understand your history in the new age, and we must speak plainly that those practices open doors to demonic influence. Scripture warns us There shall not be found with you anyone who makes his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, one who uses divination, one who practices sorcery, or an enchanter, or a sorcerer, or a charmer, or a consulter with a familiar spirit, or a wizard, or a necromancer. For whoever does these things is an abomination to Yahweh Deuteronomy 18:10-12. We urge you to fully renounce and repent of all new age involvement, to confess it to the Lord, and to remove and destroy any objects, books, or media connected with it, as the early believers did when they burned their magic books Acts 19:19. 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. This thorough repentance and cleansing helps shut doors that were opened.
We also want to help you understand the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation. God commands us to forgive everyone, but reconciliation and restored relationship require repentance and change on both sides. If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men Romans 12:18. That verse shows that peace with all is not always possible, especially when others remain under deception, unsaved, or influenced by evil, and when they show no desire to rebuild trust apart from public perception. Forgiveness is immediate and from the heart, reconciliation is a process that must be guarded with wisdom and boundaries. It is right that you are seeking counsel from your pastor and elders, and we strongly encourage you to do so and not walk this path alone. Bring them the full story, let them pray over you, help you discern who is safe to approach and how, and hold you accountable. Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour 1 Peter 5:8, and 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 Ephesians 6:12. The people harassing you are themselves in need of deliverance, and you cannot force their response.
We also noticed your request speaks of God but does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we must address this lovingly because it is central. It is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and authority over the enemy. Jesus said I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6. 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 Acts 4:12. If you have not already done so, we encourage you to place your full faith in Jesus Christ, confessing with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believing in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, for with the heart, one believes resulting in righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made resulting in salvation Romans 10:9. It is in His name that demons must flee, for you are greater than the enemy because greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world 1 John 4:4. Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you James 4:7.
We now pray together for you.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, Your Son, and we thank You that You see our brother or sister and You know every year of harassment and pain. We ask You to forgive all involvement in the new age and to cleanse by the blood of Jesus every door that was opened, and we renounce that darkness now in Jesus' name. We ask You to help our dear one to fully forgive all who have harmed them, as You have forgiven them, and to release every bitterness and debt into Your hands. We pray You would break every assignment of demonic harassment, every spell and influence, and we claim the victory of the cross where You disarmed principalities and powers Colossians 2:15. Clothe our dear one with the whole armor of God, that they may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil Ephesians 6:11, and fill them with Your perfect love which casts out fear, for God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control 2 Timothy 1:7. Give wisdom to know how to pursue peace without being pressured or manipulated, and give their pastor and elders discernment and courage to walk closely with them, to pray for deliverance and to protect them. Let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus Philippians 4:7. We declare that the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds 2 Corinthians 10:4, and we ask for complete freedom, sound mind, and rest in Jesus' name. Amen.
We encourage you to remain daily in the Word, in prayer, and in fellowship, to put on the armor of God each day Ephesians 6:10-18, to worship and to resist the enemy out loud in the name of Jesus, and to let your pastor and elders help you set wise boundaries. You do not need to rebuild close relationships with everyone you forgive, and you do not need to respond to pressure that ignores wisdom and safety. God will honor your obedience to forgive and to seek peace as far as it depends on you, and He Himself will be your defender and your peace.
We thank God that He has given you insight about unforgiveness, because Scripture makes this connection clear. Be angry, and do not sin. Do not let the sun go down on your wrath, and do not give place to the devil Ephesians 4:26-27. Unforgiveness does give a foothold to the enemy, and when we forgive as Christ forgave us we close that door. 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 Matthew 6:14-15. We encourage you to continue to forgive from the heart, not because the harm was small, but because Christ has forgiven you so greatly and because you want no place left for the enemy to accuse or harass you.
We also understand your history in the new age, and we must speak plainly that those practices open doors to demonic influence. Scripture warns us There shall not be found with you anyone who makes his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, one who uses divination, one who practices sorcery, or an enchanter, or a sorcerer, or a charmer, or a consulter with a familiar spirit, or a wizard, or a necromancer. For whoever does these things is an abomination to Yahweh Deuteronomy 18:10-12. We urge you to fully renounce and repent of all new age involvement, to confess it to the Lord, and to remove and destroy any objects, books, or media connected with it, as the early believers did when they burned their magic books Acts 19:19. 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. This thorough repentance and cleansing helps shut doors that were opened.
We also want to help you understand the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation. God commands us to forgive everyone, but reconciliation and restored relationship require repentance and change on both sides. If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men Romans 12:18. That verse shows that peace with all is not always possible, especially when others remain under deception, unsaved, or influenced by evil, and when they show no desire to rebuild trust apart from public perception. Forgiveness is immediate and from the heart, reconciliation is a process that must be guarded with wisdom and boundaries. It is right that you are seeking counsel from your pastor and elders, and we strongly encourage you to do so and not walk this path alone. Bring them the full story, let them pray over you, help you discern who is safe to approach and how, and hold you accountable. Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour 1 Peter 5:8, and 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 Ephesians 6:12. The people harassing you are themselves in need of deliverance, and you cannot force their response.
We also noticed your request speaks of God but does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we must address this lovingly because it is central. It is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and authority over the enemy. Jesus said I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6. 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 Acts 4:12. If you have not already done so, we encourage you to place your full faith in Jesus Christ, confessing with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believing in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, for with the heart, one believes resulting in righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made resulting in salvation Romans 10:9. It is in His name that demons must flee, for you are greater than the enemy because greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world 1 John 4:4. Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you James 4:7.
We now pray together for you.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, Your Son, and we thank You that You see our brother or sister and You know every year of harassment and pain. We ask You to forgive all involvement in the new age and to cleanse by the blood of Jesus every door that was opened, and we renounce that darkness now in Jesus' name. We ask You to help our dear one to fully forgive all who have harmed them, as You have forgiven them, and to release every bitterness and debt into Your hands. We pray You would break every assignment of demonic harassment, every spell and influence, and we claim the victory of the cross where You disarmed principalities and powers Colossians 2:15. Clothe our dear one with the whole armor of God, that they may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil Ephesians 6:11, and fill them with Your perfect love which casts out fear, for God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control 2 Timothy 1:7. Give wisdom to know how to pursue peace without being pressured or manipulated, and give their pastor and elders discernment and courage to walk closely with them, to pray for deliverance and to protect them. Let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus Philippians 4:7. We declare that the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds 2 Corinthians 10:4, and we ask for complete freedom, sound mind, and rest in Jesus' name. Amen.
We encourage you to remain daily in the Word, in prayer, and in fellowship, to put on the armor of God each day Ephesians 6:10-18, to worship and to resist the enemy out loud in the name of Jesus, and to let your pastor and elders help you set wise boundaries. You do not need to rebuild close relationships with everyone you forgive, and you do not need to respond to pressure that ignores wisdom and safety. God will honor your obedience to forgive and to seek peace as far as it depends on you, and He Himself will be your defender and your peace.
We appreciate you sharing so honestly about what you have carried for so many years. Coming out of the new age, beginning to see where unforgiveness had a hold, and now trying to discern how to make peace with people who have hurt you is a lot to hold at once. It makes sense that reaching out feels nerve wracking and lonely, especially when others around you do not see the full weight of what is happening and you are left wondering who really understands.
Something that helps many believers find steadiness is remembering that forgiveness and rebuilding a relationship are not the same thing. Forgiveness is the work God does in our hearts as we release the debt to Him, while restoring trust requires time, safety, mutual willingness and wise counsel. When harmful patterns are still present, pausing to get guidance is not a failure to forgive, it is wisdom.
You mentioned your pastor and elders and that feels like a good next step before any more outreach. We would encourage you to bring them the whole story this week, including the pressure you have felt from others and your concerns about how people are responding. Ask them to help you sort what is yours to carry, what boundaries are needed, and whether any future conversation should happen with someone alongside you so you are not navigating this alone.
We are praying for you and will keep praying.
Father, we lift our friend to You in Jesus name. You know the long history, the hurt on both sides, and how wearying this harassment has been. Grant clarity, protection and peace, and provide trusted, grounded counsel who will listen well and walk closely in the days ahead. Guide each next step according to Your will. Amen.
Something that helps many believers find steadiness is remembering that forgiveness and rebuilding a relationship are not the same thing. Forgiveness is the work God does in our hearts as we release the debt to Him, while restoring trust requires time, safety, mutual willingness and wise counsel. When harmful patterns are still present, pausing to get guidance is not a failure to forgive, it is wisdom.
You mentioned your pastor and elders and that feels like a good next step before any more outreach. We would encourage you to bring them the whole story this week, including the pressure you have felt from others and your concerns about how people are responding. Ask them to help you sort what is yours to carry, what boundaries are needed, and whether any future conversation should happen with someone alongside you so you are not navigating this alone.
We are praying for you and will keep praying.
Father, we lift our friend to You in Jesus name. You know the long history, the hurt on both sides, and how wearying this harassment has been. Grant clarity, protection and peace, and provide trusted, grounded counsel who will listen well and walk closely in the days ahead. Guide each next step according to Your will. Amen.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
There is forgiveness with God, and there is deliverance that comes only from His hand, and your burden has been heard with prayerful care before the Lord.
You speak of long harassment and of coming out of the new age, and of seeing more clearly how unforgiveness has given place to the enemy in your heart. That sight itself is a mercy. The Word tells us, there is forgiveness with Him, not with ourselves, not with the winds or the pitiless sea to which we might spread our griefs, but with God through Jesus Christ His Son. It is a divine forgiveness, I even I am He who blots out your transgressions. It is a surprising forgiveness, a complete forgiveness, an eternal forgiveness, and it is to be had now, at this moment, whatever your past has been, because God has found a ransom. The Lamb was slain, and His blood is the price of deliverance from the pit. It is not of him that wills nor of him that runs, but of God that shows mercy, and He brings forth His people with His own power.
In that light, hear what the Lord requires of those who have received such mercy. We are to forgive one another even as God for Christ's sake has forgiven us. It is a joint work of mutual forgiveness, and for those who have been forgiven much, to forgive should become as natural as to open the hand. This forgiveness is first a release of the debt before God. You need not wait for any man to hiss or to applaud, for though you ought to desire your fellow creatures forgiveness, it is not necessary that you should have it to enter heaven. What is necessary is that you have God's forgiveness through Christ, and that you, being forgiven, do from the heart release those who have harmed you into His hands.
That release, however, is not the same as rebuilding trust or restoring close fellowship, and deliverance is not wrought by appeasing those who have harmed you. You have theorized that making peace with these people is the key to ending the harassment, and you feel pressed by others to do so quickly. Scripture says, as much as lies within you, live peaceably with all men, yet peace and reconciliation require truth, repentance and safety, and they cannot be forced by pressure or by a sense of being under a spell. Harm has been done on both sides, you say, and some of these persons act in very evil ways and are unsaved or deceived by false teaching. In such cases forgiveness before God can be immediate and complete, while reconciliation and restored relationship must be slow, discerning, and under wise oversight, and may not be possible at all if there is no repentance or if evil behavior continues.
Do not seek deliverance from the archers of spiritual darkness by your own efforts to placate men. Deborah sang of deliverance because God overthrew the enemy, and we have a greater salvation. Christ has triumphed over worse enemies. Your deliverance will be effectual because He brings you forth, and it will be attended with enrichment, not with further bondage. The clock of mercy strikes according to His eternal purpose, and the ransom has already been found.
Therefore we will pray for you as you have asked, and we counsel you to do what you yourself have wisely considered. Take this whole matter to your pastor and elders in person, openly and without haste. Bring them the full account, including the pressure you feel from others and your concern that public perception is being prized over personal truth. Ask them to help you distinguish between forgiving from the heart, which you can do before God today, and reconciling in person, which requires their counsel, boundaries, and protection. Do not walk this nerve wracking path alone or merely by private messages to those who have harassed you. Let the church shepherd you, test what is wise, guard you from further harm, and pray with you for protection.
We pray that the Lord would assure you again of His complete forgiveness in Christ, that He would teach you to forgive as you have been forgiven, that He would break the power of every harassing work of darkness by the blood of the Lamb, that He would grant you clear discernment when others press you and when those who harmed you respond without desire for truth, and that He would surround you with faithful counsel so that you are not left without someone to understand and to stand with you. May He who has promised, there is forgiveness, keep you from despair, and may He who alone can bring forth His people out of bondage give you songs of deliverance in due time.
You speak of long harassment and of coming out of the new age, and of seeing more clearly how unforgiveness has given place to the enemy in your heart. That sight itself is a mercy. The Word tells us, there is forgiveness with Him, not with ourselves, not with the winds or the pitiless sea to which we might spread our griefs, but with God through Jesus Christ His Son. It is a divine forgiveness, I even I am He who blots out your transgressions. It is a surprising forgiveness, a complete forgiveness, an eternal forgiveness, and it is to be had now, at this moment, whatever your past has been, because God has found a ransom. The Lamb was slain, and His blood is the price of deliverance from the pit. It is not of him that wills nor of him that runs, but of God that shows mercy, and He brings forth His people with His own power.
In that light, hear what the Lord requires of those who have received such mercy. We are to forgive one another even as God for Christ's sake has forgiven us. It is a joint work of mutual forgiveness, and for those who have been forgiven much, to forgive should become as natural as to open the hand. This forgiveness is first a release of the debt before God. You need not wait for any man to hiss or to applaud, for though you ought to desire your fellow creatures forgiveness, it is not necessary that you should have it to enter heaven. What is necessary is that you have God's forgiveness through Christ, and that you, being forgiven, do from the heart release those who have harmed you into His hands.
That release, however, is not the same as rebuilding trust or restoring close fellowship, and deliverance is not wrought by appeasing those who have harmed you. You have theorized that making peace with these people is the key to ending the harassment, and you feel pressed by others to do so quickly. Scripture says, as much as lies within you, live peaceably with all men, yet peace and reconciliation require truth, repentance and safety, and they cannot be forced by pressure or by a sense of being under a spell. Harm has been done on both sides, you say, and some of these persons act in very evil ways and are unsaved or deceived by false teaching. In such cases forgiveness before God can be immediate and complete, while reconciliation and restored relationship must be slow, discerning, and under wise oversight, and may not be possible at all if there is no repentance or if evil behavior continues.
Do not seek deliverance from the archers of spiritual darkness by your own efforts to placate men. Deborah sang of deliverance because God overthrew the enemy, and we have a greater salvation. Christ has triumphed over worse enemies. Your deliverance will be effectual because He brings you forth, and it will be attended with enrichment, not with further bondage. The clock of mercy strikes according to His eternal purpose, and the ransom has already been found.
Therefore we will pray for you as you have asked, and we counsel you to do what you yourself have wisely considered. Take this whole matter to your pastor and elders in person, openly and without haste. Bring them the full account, including the pressure you feel from others and your concern that public perception is being prized over personal truth. Ask them to help you distinguish between forgiving from the heart, which you can do before God today, and reconciling in person, which requires their counsel, boundaries, and protection. Do not walk this nerve wracking path alone or merely by private messages to those who have harassed you. Let the church shepherd you, test what is wise, guard you from further harm, and pray with you for protection.
We pray that the Lord would assure you again of His complete forgiveness in Christ, that He would teach you to forgive as you have been forgiven, that He would break the power of every harassing work of darkness by the blood of the Lamb, that He would grant you clear discernment when others press you and when those who harmed you respond without desire for truth, and that He would surround you with faithful counsel so that you are not left without someone to understand and to stand with you. May He who has promised, there is forgiveness, keep you from despair, and may He who alone can bring forth His people out of bondage give you songs of deliverance in due time.
EnricoLange
Beloved of All
Lord Jesus please richly bless, protect, heal and guide them. Please help them in accordance with your perfect will Father. Thank you and praise you. In your holy name I pray. Amen.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, wisdom, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. God, bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God-conscious-solution-focused-heart-mind-spirit-and-attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, wisdom, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. God, bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do. God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God-conscious-solution-focused-heart-mind-spirit-and-attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
Heal Me Lord Jesus Spirit, Soul, And Body
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