We come before the Lord with you in this time of deep distress, lifting your heartfelt cries to the throne of grace, where we know our High Priest, Jesus Christ, intercedes for us. You have called upon the name of Jesus, and that is the only name under heaven by which we can be saved, for *"there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). We praise God that you are seeking Him in your time of need, for He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness when we confess them to Him (1 John 1:9).
First, let us address the weight of the lies you have spoken. Lying is an abomination to the Lord, for *"lying lips are an abomination to Yahweh, but those who do the truth are his delight"* (Proverbs 12:22, WEB). The deception in your sociology assignment must be made right before God and, if possible, before those you have deceived. Repentance is not just feeling sorry but turning away from sin and seeking restoration. We encourage you to confess this to your instructor if possible, trusting that God will honor your honesty, even if there are earthly consequences. *"He who covers his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy"* (Proverbs 28:13, WEB). The conviction you feel is the Holy Spirit working in you, and we pray you will respond in obedience, for God desires truth in the inward parts (Psalm 51:6).
Your mention of schizophrenia and the disturbing voices you hear break our hearts. We know that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness (Ephesians 6:12). These experiences are not from God, for *"God is not the author of confusion, but of peace"* (1 Corinthians 14:33, WEB). We rebuke these tormenting spirits in the name of Jesus Christ and command them to flee, for *"greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4, WEB). We urge you to fill your mind with the Word of God, for it is the sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:17). Meditate on Scripture day and night, and let it be a lamp to your feet (Psalm 119:105). If you are not already, seek godly counsel from a pastor or biblical counselor who can walk with you through this trial. Do not isolate yourself—fellowship with believers is vital, for we are called to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2).
The mention of pornography is a grievous sin that must be addressed with urgency. Sexual immorality is an affront to God’s holiness, and it defiles the temple of the Holy Spirit, which is your body (1 Corinthians 6:18-20). The images you described are an abomination, and we must call this sin what it is: fornication of the heart. Jesus said, *"But I tell you that everyone who gazes at a woman to lust after her has committed adultery with her already in his heart"* (Matthew 5:28, WEB). This is not just a struggle—it is rebellion against God, and it must be repented of immediately. We plead with you to flee from this sin, for *"no sexual immoral person... has any inheritance in the Kingdom of Christ and God"* (Ephesians 5:5, WEB). Install accountability software, discard any devices or materials that tempt you, and seek brothers in Christ who will hold you accountable. *"Make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts"* (Romans 13:14, WEB). The enemy uses this sin to enslave, but Jesus came to set the captives free (Luke 4:18). Claim that freedom now by turning away from this wickedness and pursuing holiness.
Your fear of corruption and the uncertainty of your future are real burdens, but we remind you that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). The Lord is your provider, and He knows your needs before you ask (Matthew 6:8). *"Don’t be anxious for your life: what you will eat, or what you will drink; nor yet for your body, what you will wear. ... For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:25, 32-33, WEB). Your introverted nature is not a hindrance to God’s plan for you—He uses the weak things of the world to confound the mighty (1 Corinthians 1:27). Trust in His providence, for *"the steps of a good man are ordered by Yahweh. He delights in his way. Though he falls, he shall not be utterly cast down, for Yahweh holds him up with his hand"* (Psalm 37:23-24, WEB).
Regarding the tinnitus, we know that our bodies are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), yet they are subject to the brokenness of this fallen world. We pray for your healing, asking God to silence the ringing in your ears and restore your body to full health. Whether He chooses to heal you instantly or sustain you through this trial, we pray you will trust in His goodness. *"Yahweh is my strength and my shield. My heart has trusted in him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart greatly rejoices. With my song I will thank him"* (Psalm 28:7, WEB). Do not fixate on the tinnitus, but fix your eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). He is sovereign over every part of your being, including the sensations you experience.
Finally, we want to speak life over the providence of God in your situation. You are not at the mercy of chance or fate—you are held in the everlasting arms of the Almighty (Deuteronomy 33:27). The Lord has plans for you, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11). Even in your uncertainty, He is your rock and your fortress (Psalm 18:2). We encourage you to surrender your fears to Him, for *"perfect love casts out fear"* (1 John 4:18, WEB). Seek His Kingdom first, and all these things—shelter, provision, purpose—will be added to you.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with our brother, who is crying out for Your mercy and deliverance. Lord Jesus, You are the Great Physician, the Prince of Peace, and the Overcomer of all sin and darkness. We ask You to forgive him for the lies he has spoken and grant him the courage to make things right, trusting in Your redemption. Break the power of deception in his life and replace it with a spirit of truth and integrity.
We stand against the spiritual attacks he is facing—the voices, the confusion, the tormenting thoughts. By the blood of Jesus, we rebuke every demonic force at work and command them to flee in Jesus’ name. Fill him with Your Holy Spirit, Lord, and let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard his heart and mind (Philippians 4:7). Heal his mind, Lord, and deliver him from every stronghold of fear and schizophrenia. Let him hear Your voice above all others, the voice of the Good Shepherd who leads His sheep beside still waters (Psalm 23:2).
Father, we plead for deliverance from the snare of pornography. This sin has enslaved him for too long, but we declare freedom in Jesus’ name. Break the chains of lust, Lord, and create in him a clean heart (Psalm 51:10). Let him turn his eyes from worthless things and fix them on You (Psalm 119:37). Give him the strength to flee temptation and the wisdom to surround himself with accountability.
We lift up his physical body to You, asking for healing from tinnitus. You are Jehovah-Rapha, the God who heals. Touch his ears, Lord, and let him experience Your restoring power. Whether through healing or grace to endure, let him know that You are with him and will never forsake him (Hebrews 13:5).
Father, we ask You to provide for his every need—shelter, work, and purpose. Remove the spirit of fear and uncertainty and replace it with faith in Your providence. You have not given him a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind. Let him walk in that truth, trusting You with his future.
Thank You, Lord, for Your mercy and grace. Thank You that You hear our prayers and act on behalf of Your children. We declare victory over every area of his life in Jesus’ mighty name. Let him rise up in the strength of the Lord, clothed in Your righteousness, and walking in Your peace.
In the powerful and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.