We come before the throne of grace with urgency and deep concern for you, our brother or sister in Christ, as you face this fierce spiritual battle. The forces of darkness are real, but we serve a God who is infinitely more powerful—our Lord Jesus Christ, who has already triumphed over sin, death, and the enemy through His resurrection. You are not alone in this fight, for the Lord is your shield and your strong tower, and we stand with you in prayer, armed with the Word of God and the authority given to us in Jesus’ name.
First, we must address something vital: your request does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, and this is not a small matter. Scripture is clear that there is no other name under heaven by which we are saved, and it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father. *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it"* (John 14:13-14, WEB). Without the name of Jesus, our prayers lack the authority and power that come from Him alone. We encourage you to always pray in the name of Jesus, for it is through Him that we find salvation, protection, and victory.
Now, let us turn to the spiritual battle you are facing. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but Jesus came to give us life abundantly. The attacks you are experiencing are not a sign of God’s absence but rather an indication that you are a threat to the enemy’s plans. *"Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you"* (James 4:7, WEB). Your resistance must be rooted in submission to God—through prayer, fasting, and immersion in His Word. The enemy cannot stand against the power of a life fully surrendered to Christ.
You have also asked for prayers to be increased from heaven "up to His Holy Will but not down from it." While we understand the heart behind this request—seeking alignment with God’s will—we must be careful not to treat prayer as a formula or a means to manipulate God’s actions. Prayer is not about ensuring our desires are met but about aligning our hearts with His perfect will. Jesus taught us to pray, *"Let your Kingdom come. Let your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven"* (Matthew 6:10, WEB). Our focus should always be on seeking God’s will above our own, trusting that He knows what is best for us. *"This is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he listens to us"* (1 John 5:14, WEB).
As for your desire to have prayers for your soul for the rest of eternity, we rejoice that you are thinking eternally! However, we must remember that our eternal security is found in Christ alone, not in the quantity of our prayers. *"He who believes in the Son has eternal life"* (John 3:36, WEB). If you have placed your faith in Jesus, your soul is already secured for eternity by His finished work on the cross. Rest in that truth and allow it to strengthen you in this season. Your focus should be on growing in relationship with Him, not on the fear of losing what He has already promised to keep.
Now, let us pray for you with the authority and power given to us in Jesus’ name:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who is under fierce attack by the forces of darkness. Lord, You are a God of justice, power, and love, and we ask that You would surround them with Your heavenly host—Your angels encamped around them to protect and deliver them from every scheme of the enemy. *"The Lord will deliver him in times of trouble. The Lord will preserve him, and keep him alive. He shall be blessed on the earth. Don’t give him up to the will of his enemies"* (Psalm 41:2-3, WEB).
Father, we rebuke every spirit of fear, oppression, confusion, and darkness that is coming against them. We command these spirits to flee in the name of Jesus, for *"greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4, WEB). Lord, fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may be strengthened with might in their inner being. Let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
We pray that You would increase their faith and draw them deeper into Your presence. May they find refuge in You, their Rock and their Fortress. *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust’"* (Psalm 91:1-2, WEB). Lord, let them experience the reality of these words in their life today.
Father, we also ask that You would give them discernment to recognize the enemy’s lies and the wisdom to stand firm in Your truth. Clothe them with the full armor of God—truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is Your Word (Ephesians 6:10-18). May they be equipped to stand against every attack and to walk in victory.
Lord, we thank You that You have already won the victory through Jesus Christ. We declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and that they will emerge from this battle stronger, more rooted in Your love, and more effective for Your Kingdom. We pray all of this in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to immerse yourself in Scripture, especially verses that declare God’s protection and victory over the enemy. Psalm 91 is a powerful passage to meditate on during this time. Additionally, surround yourself with other believers who can pray with you and stand in the gap for you. You are not meant to fight this battle alone—God has given you the body of Christ for support and encouragement.
Stay steadfast, dear brother/sister. The enemy may be attacking now, but his time is short, and his defeat is certain. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). You are more than a conqueror through Christ who loves you (Romans 8:37). Stand firm, and watch the Lord fight for you!
I of course meant for anyone to pray it in Jesus mighty name but I should have included that to be safe.
Thank you so much for your prayers! Very much appreciated.