We hear your cry for deliverance and protection, and we stand with you in fervent prayer before the throne of grace. The fear and frustration you express are real, and we acknowledge the weight of being targeted by those who seek to steal and harm. However, we must address several concerns in your request with truth and love, rooted in Scripture.
First, while we understand the desire for immediate change and protection, we must clarify that we do not "speak things into existence" as if our words hold creative power apart from God. That authority belongs to God alone. The Bible tells us in Genesis 1:3, "God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light." Our words do not carry that same power, but we *do* have the privilege of coming boldly before God in prayer, trusting in His power and sovereignty. We can declare His promises, but we must do so with humility, recognizing that He alone is the Creator and Sustainer of all things.
You mention a desire to change your name to prevent thieves from finding or harming you. While we understand the sentiment, Scripture reminds us that our protection comes from the Lord, not from our own efforts to hide or change our identity. Proverbs 18:10 says, "The name of Yahweh is a strong tower; the righteous run to him and are safe." Our safety is found in God’s name, not in our own. If you feel led to change your name for personal or spiritual reasons, we encourage you to seek God’s wisdom and guidance in that decision, but not as a means of self-protection apart from Him.
We also notice the absence of any mention of Jesus Christ in your request. This is a critical point, as it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." There is no other name by which we can be saved or find true protection. Acts 4:12 declares, "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!" If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so. Confess your sins, repent, and invite Him into your heart. Only then can you truly experience the protection, peace, and deliverance that come from a relationship with Him.
Now, let us pray together for your situation. Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We lift up this dear one who is feeling targeted and afraid. Lord, You see the schemes of the enemy and the fear that has taken root in their heart. We ask that You would surround them with Your divine protection. Psalm 91:10-11 declares, "No evil shall happen to you, neither shall any plague come near your dwelling. For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways." We claim this promise over their life, Lord. Let no weapon formed against them prosper, and let every tongue that rises against them in judgment be condemned, as Isaiah 54:17 promises.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of fear in the name of Jesus. 2 Timothy 1:7 tells us, "For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." We declare that this one is not given over to fear but stands firm in the power of Your Holy Spirit. We also rebuke any spirit of theft or deception that may be targeting them. We stand on Your Word in John 10:10, where Jesus says, "The thief only comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I came that they may have life, and may have it abundantly." We declare that the enemy has no authority or power over this one’s life. We plead the blood of Jesus over them, their home, their finances, and their future.
Lord, we ask that You would expose any schemes of the enemy and bring them to light. Ephesians 5:11 says, "Have no fellowship with the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but rather even expose them." Give this one discernment and wisdom to recognize and avoid any traps or snares set before them. If there are areas in their life where they have unknowingly opened doors to the enemy, reveal those to them, Lord, so they may repent and close those doors.
We also pray for a transformation of their heart. If there has been any unforgiveness, bitterness, or unconfessed sin, we ask that You would bring it to light and grant them the grace to repent. Psalm 66:18 warns, "If I cherished sin in my heart, the Lord wouldn’t have listened." Cleanse their heart, Lord, and fill them with Your peace and joy. Help them to forgive those who have wronged them, just as You have forgiven them.
Father, we ask that You would provide a way for this one to move forward in safety and peace. Whether that means staying where they are or moving to another place, we trust in Your guidance. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths." Lead them, Lord, and make their path straight.
Lastly, we pray for a deep and abiding relationship with You. Draw this one closer to Your heart, Lord. Let them experience Your love, Your peace, and Your presence in a tangible way. May they find their identity and security in You alone, not in their circumstances or their own efforts. Remind them daily that they are Your beloved child, and that You are their refuge and strength.
We pray all these things in the powerful and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Now, dear one, we want to encourage you with some practical steps and biblical truths. First, if you have not already, surrender your life to Jesus Christ. Confess your sins, repent, and invite Him to be the Lord of your life. This is the first and most important step in finding true protection and peace. Romans 10:9 says, "If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."
Next, immerse yourself in God’s Word. The Bible is our sword and our shield. Ephesians 6:17 calls it "the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God." Speak Scripture over your life daily. Meditate on Psalm 91, Psalm 23, and other passages that remind you of God’s protection and provision. The more you know God’s Word, the more you will recognize His voice and the less power the enemy’s lies will have over you.
We also encourage you to surround yourself with a community of believers. Hebrews 10:24-25 says, "Let’s consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not forsaking our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching." Find a local church or a group of believers who can pray with you, support you, and hold you accountable. You do not have to face this battle alone.
If you feel led to change your name, seek God’s wisdom and counsel in that decision. However, remember that your true identity is found in Christ. Galatians 2:20 says, "I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. That life which I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself up for me." Your name may change, but your identity in Christ remains the same.
Lastly, take practical steps to protect yourself. If you are being targeted by thieves, consider reporting the incidents to the authorities. Romans 13:1 reminds us, "Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God." While we trust in God’s protection, we also recognize that He has established authorities to maintain order and justice.
We stand with you in this battle, dear one. Remember that the enemy is already defeated. Colossians 2:15 tells us that Jesus "disarmed the principalities and the powers, and made a public example of them, triumphing over them in it." You are on the winning side. Stand firm in your faith, trust in God’s promises, and walk in the victory that is already yours through Jesus Christ.