Please pray about this: my sister's husband is a very disturbing person. He is constantly targeting me (I believe under the influence of spiritual warfare but this warfare seems to use him - and certain other people as well - heavily to the point that he is used to test me extremely with little improvement even when I am resisting this spiritual warfare influencing him by being Christlike) and even when he's not targeting me, his behavior as someone who is a professing Christian is very disturbing. He was raised in a cult described as Christianity so there are serious problems with his confession. He lives (and even encourages others toward) a very worldly life. He even behaves in ways that are very feminine at times which make me question if he has a secret life - and there are other aspects of his life that make me question if he has a secret life as well. He also avoids going to church unless there's an ulterior motive (like being seen in church for a certain event or wanting to mingle with a certain crowd at a certain church). He does not read the Bible unless it is for show. I really want him out of my life. I was praying for reconciliation with him but this man just does not stop targeting me. I'm also very concerned about the negative influence he is having on my ### and my ###. Everyone in his social circle is just as disturbing as he is. He is a very potently evil person. Thank you.
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We hear your deep distress and the heavy burden you carry concerning your sister’s husband. The pain and confusion you describe are real, and we stand with you in prayer, seeking the Lord’s intervention and wisdom in this situation. Spiritual warfare is indeed a reality, and the enemy often uses people—even those within families—to sow discord, division, and temptation. However, we must also recognize that every person is accountable for their own choices, and the behavior you describe is not aligned with the life of a true follower of Christ.
First, we must address the seriousness of what you’ve shared. The description of his worldly lifestyle, avoidance of Scripture and church (except for selfish motives), and behaviors that raise questions about his integrity are deeply concerning. The Bible warns us about those who profess faith but live in ways that contradict God’s Word: *"They profess that they know God, but by their deeds they deny Him, being abominable, disobedient, and unfit for any good work"* (Titus 1:16). His upbringing in a cult that distorted Christianity may explain some of his confusion, but it does not excuse ongoing rebellion against God’s truth.
The feminization you’ve observed, if it reflects a deeper struggle with identity or sin, must be confronted with truth and love. Scripture is clear that God created male and female in His image (Genesis 1:27), and any distortion of that design is not of Him. If there is hidden sin in his life, it is not our place to judge his heart, but we can pray fervently for his repentance and for God to expose what is hidden. *"For there is nothing hidden that will not be revealed, nor anything secret that will not be known and come to light"* (Luke 8:17).
You mentioned that you’ve prayed for reconciliation but now feel the need to remove him from your life. While it is understandable to desire distance from someone who brings such toxicity, we must also consider the biblical call to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). This does not mean tolerating abuse or enabling sin, but it does mean entrusting justice to God while continuing to intercede for his soul. If his actions are truly harmful, setting firm boundaries is not only wise but necessary. *"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it"* (Proverbs 4:23).
Your concern for your sister and others in his influence is valid. The Bible warns us about bad company corrupting good character (1 Corinthians 15:33), and it is right to be vigilant about the spiritual well-being of those you love. Pray for your sister, that God would open her eyes to the truth and give her the strength to stand firm in her faith, even if it means difficult choices. *"Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14).
We also want to gently address your use of the term "potently evil" to describe him. While his actions may reflect the work of the enemy, we must remember that every person is made in God’s image and is capable of redemption through Christ. Calling someone "evil" can sometimes harden our hearts toward them, making it harder to pray for their transformation. Instead, let us pray that God would break the strongholds in his life and draw him to repentance. *"The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance"* (2 Peter 3:9).
Now, let us come before the Lord together in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this situation to You. Lord, we ask that You would intervene in the life of this man who is causing such pain and confusion. We pray that You would break the chains of spiritual warfare that may be influencing him, and that You would reveal the truth of Your Word to his heart. Father, if there is hidden sin in his life, expose it in a way that leads to repentance and restoration. Soften his heart, Lord, and draw him to Yourself.
We pray for wisdom and strength for our sister in Christ who has submitted this request. Give her the discernment to know how to respond to this situation with grace and truth. Help her to set boundaries that protect her heart and the hearts of those she loves, while still reflecting the love of Christ. Guard her from bitterness, Lord, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
We also pray for her sister and others who may be under his influence. Open their eyes to the truth, Father, and give them the courage to stand firm in their faith. Protect them from deception and guide them into relationships that honor You.
Lord, we ask that You would bring reconciliation where it is Your will, but only in a way that glorifies You. If this man is not truly seeking You, we pray that You would remove his influence from our sister’s life and replace it with godly relationships that encourage her faith. We trust in Your justice, Lord, and we ask that You would work all things together for good according to Your purposes.
We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can come before You, the only name by which we can be saved. We declare that no weapon formed against Your children shall prosper, and that every tongue that rises against them in judgment will be condemned. We stand on Your promises, Lord, and we trust in Your unfailing love. Amen.
First, we must address the seriousness of what you’ve shared. The description of his worldly lifestyle, avoidance of Scripture and church (except for selfish motives), and behaviors that raise questions about his integrity are deeply concerning. The Bible warns us about those who profess faith but live in ways that contradict God’s Word: *"They profess that they know God, but by their deeds they deny Him, being abominable, disobedient, and unfit for any good work"* (Titus 1:16). His upbringing in a cult that distorted Christianity may explain some of his confusion, but it does not excuse ongoing rebellion against God’s truth.
The feminization you’ve observed, if it reflects a deeper struggle with identity or sin, must be confronted with truth and love. Scripture is clear that God created male and female in His image (Genesis 1:27), and any distortion of that design is not of Him. If there is hidden sin in his life, it is not our place to judge his heart, but we can pray fervently for his repentance and for God to expose what is hidden. *"For there is nothing hidden that will not be revealed, nor anything secret that will not be known and come to light"* (Luke 8:17).
You mentioned that you’ve prayed for reconciliation but now feel the need to remove him from your life. While it is understandable to desire distance from someone who brings such toxicity, we must also consider the biblical call to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). This does not mean tolerating abuse or enabling sin, but it does mean entrusting justice to God while continuing to intercede for his soul. If his actions are truly harmful, setting firm boundaries is not only wise but necessary. *"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it"* (Proverbs 4:23).
Your concern for your sister and others in his influence is valid. The Bible warns us about bad company corrupting good character (1 Corinthians 15:33), and it is right to be vigilant about the spiritual well-being of those you love. Pray for your sister, that God would open her eyes to the truth and give her the strength to stand firm in her faith, even if it means difficult choices. *"Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14).
We also want to gently address your use of the term "potently evil" to describe him. While his actions may reflect the work of the enemy, we must remember that every person is made in God’s image and is capable of redemption through Christ. Calling someone "evil" can sometimes harden our hearts toward them, making it harder to pray for their transformation. Instead, let us pray that God would break the strongholds in his life and draw him to repentance. *"The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance"* (2 Peter 3:9).
Now, let us come before the Lord together in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this situation to You. Lord, we ask that You would intervene in the life of this man who is causing such pain and confusion. We pray that You would break the chains of spiritual warfare that may be influencing him, and that You would reveal the truth of Your Word to his heart. Father, if there is hidden sin in his life, expose it in a way that leads to repentance and restoration. Soften his heart, Lord, and draw him to Yourself.
We pray for wisdom and strength for our sister in Christ who has submitted this request. Give her the discernment to know how to respond to this situation with grace and truth. Help her to set boundaries that protect her heart and the hearts of those she loves, while still reflecting the love of Christ. Guard her from bitterness, Lord, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
We also pray for her sister and others who may be under his influence. Open their eyes to the truth, Father, and give them the courage to stand firm in their faith. Protect them from deception and guide them into relationships that honor You.
Lord, we ask that You would bring reconciliation where it is Your will, but only in a way that glorifies You. If this man is not truly seeking You, we pray that You would remove his influence from our sister’s life and replace it with godly relationships that encourage her faith. We trust in Your justice, Lord, and we ask that You would work all things together for good according to Your purposes.
We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can come before You, the only name by which we can be saved. We declare that no weapon formed against Your children shall prosper, and that every tongue that rises against them in judgment will be condemned. We stand on Your promises, Lord, and we trust in Your unfailing love. Amen.
Oh, dear sister, we hear your heart's cry and we're here for you. We've been praying for you and your sister's husband, asking the Lord to intervene in this situation. We know it's been tough, and we want you to know that you're not alone.
We've been reflecting on your situation, and we want to share some more thoughts with you. First, let's remember that God is always in control, even in the midst of chaos. He sees what's happening, and He cares deeply about your pain. Let's trust that He's working things out for your good and His glory, even if we can't see it yet.
We've also been thinking about boundaries. It's important to protect your heart and the hearts of those you love. The Bible tells us to "guard our hearts" (Proverbs 4:23), and sometimes that means setting boundaries with people who cause us harm. It's not about being unloving; it's about being wise and responsible. So, we've been praying for wisdom for you in this area.
Another thing we've been praying about is your sister. We're asking God to open her eyes to the truth and to give her the strength to stand firm in her faith, even if it means making difficult choices. We want her to be protected from deception and guided into godly relationships.
And, of course, we're still praying for your sister's husband. We're asking God to break the chains of spiritual warfare that may be influencing him, and to reveal the truth of His Word to his heart. We're praying for his repentance and restoration, trusting that God wants to save him just as much as He wants to save anyone else.
Let's keep standing together in prayer, dear sister. Let's trust that God is at work, even when we can't see it. And let's keep loving, even when it's hard. Because that's what Jesus calls us to do.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We've been reflecting on your situation, and we want to share some more thoughts with you. First, let's remember that God is always in control, even in the midst of chaos. He sees what's happening, and He cares deeply about your pain. Let's trust that He's working things out for your good and His glory, even if we can't see it yet.
We've also been thinking about boundaries. It's important to protect your heart and the hearts of those you love. The Bible tells us to "guard our hearts" (Proverbs 4:23), and sometimes that means setting boundaries with people who cause us harm. It's not about being unloving; it's about being wise and responsible. So, we've been praying for wisdom for you in this area.
Another thing we've been praying about is your sister. We're asking God to open her eyes to the truth and to give her the strength to stand firm in her faith, even if it means making difficult choices. We want her to be protected from deception and guided into godly relationships.
And, of course, we're still praying for your sister's husband. We're asking God to break the chains of spiritual warfare that may be influencing him, and to reveal the truth of His Word to his heart. We're praying for his repentance and restoration, trusting that God wants to save him just as much as He wants to save anyone else.
Let's keep standing together in prayer, dear sister. Let's trust that God is at work, even when we can't see it. And let's keep loving, even when it's hard. Because that's what Jesus calls us to do.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Jonathan_M
Beloved of All
I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.
The Encourager
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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. 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, 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. 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 trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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 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. 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, 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. 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 trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.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 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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Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
We want to thank you for the trust you placed in us by sharing such a deeply personal and painful struggle. It is clear that this situation with your sister’s husband has weighed heavily on your heart, and we have been lifting you up in prayer these past days, asking the Lord to intervene with His mighty power.
We have prayed specifically for protection over you—spiritually, emotionally, and even physically—as you continue to resist the attacks that seem to come through this individual. The enemy often uses those closest to us to test our faith, but we know that God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness. We have asked the Holy Spirit to give you wisdom, discernment, and supernatural peace as you navigate this trial, and we have prayed that the Lord would expose any hidden darkness in this man’s life so that truth and healing may prevail.
We have also prayed for your sister and your family, that they would not be swayed by worldly influences but would instead be drawn closer to Christ. It is heartbreaking to see someone professing faith live in such contradiction, and we have asked God to either soften this man’s heart or remove his influence from your life entirely. We have stood in agreement with you, declaring that no weapon formed against you shall prosper and that God would break every chain of spiritual warfare targeting you.
If the Lord has already moved in this situation—whether through a change in circumstances, a shift in your own heart, or a breakthrough you’ve yet to recognize—we would be overjoyed to hear a praise report. Your testimony could be an encouragement to others walking through similar battles. If, however, the struggle persists, we want you to know that we are still here, still praying, and still believing with you for God’s justice, deliverance, and peace.
Please don’t hesitate to share an update or post this request again if you need continued prayer support. We are committed to standing with you in this fight, trusting that God is working even when we cannot see it. May He surround you with His presence, give you strength for each day, and reveal His glory in the midst of this trial. We continue to pray in the mighty name of Jesus.
We have prayed specifically for protection over you—spiritually, emotionally, and even physically—as you continue to resist the attacks that seem to come through this individual. The enemy often uses those closest to us to test our faith, but we know that God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness. We have asked the Holy Spirit to give you wisdom, discernment, and supernatural peace as you navigate this trial, and we have prayed that the Lord would expose any hidden darkness in this man’s life so that truth and healing may prevail.
We have also prayed for your sister and your family, that they would not be swayed by worldly influences but would instead be drawn closer to Christ. It is heartbreaking to see someone professing faith live in such contradiction, and we have asked God to either soften this man’s heart or remove his influence from your life entirely. We have stood in agreement with you, declaring that no weapon formed against you shall prosper and that God would break every chain of spiritual warfare targeting you.
If the Lord has already moved in this situation—whether through a change in circumstances, a shift in your own heart, or a breakthrough you’ve yet to recognize—we would be overjoyed to hear a praise report. Your testimony could be an encouragement to others walking through similar battles. If, however, the struggle persists, we want you to know that we are still here, still praying, and still believing with you for God’s justice, deliverance, and peace.
Please don’t hesitate to share an update or post this request again if you need continued prayer support. We are committed to standing with you in this fight, trusting that God is working even when we cannot see it. May He surround you with His presence, give you strength for each day, and reveal His glory in the midst of this trial. We continue to pray in the mighty name of Jesus.
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