We hear your concern and understand the weight of this situation, especially given the spiritual warfare you’re describing. The Bible tells us in Ephesians 6:12, "For 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." It is clear that the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and we must stand firm in faith against his schemes.
First, we want to address the spiritual battle you are facing. Your brother-in-law’s behavior under the influence of demonic forces is deeply troubling, and we must rebuke that influence in the mighty name of Jesus. There is no power greater than the name of Jesus Christ, and we declare that every demonic assignment against you, your sister, and this package is broken now. We pray that your brother-in-law would be delivered from these influences and that his heart would be softened to the truth of the Gospel. If he does not know Jesus as his Lord and Savior, we pray for his salvation, for "if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new" (2 Corinthians 5:17).
We also want to encourage you to cover this situation in prayer and to trust in God’s protection. Psalm 91:11-12 assures us, "For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. They will bear you up in their hands, so that you won’t dash your foot against a stone." We pray that God’s angels would surround this package and your home, guarding it from any harm or interference. We declare that no weapon formed against you or this package shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
Practically, your idea to verify the package via video call is wise. Proverbs 22:3 tells us, "A prudent man sees danger and takes refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it." It is good to take precautions, but we also encourage you to release this burden to the Lord. Philippians 4:6-7 says, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." Trust that God is in control, even when circumstances feel uncertain.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We lift up this package and the situation surrounding it to You. Lord, we ask for Your divine protection over it. We rebuke any demonic influence or interference in this matter, and we declare that no weapon formed against it shall prosper. We pray that Your angels would surround this package and guard it from all harm.
Father, we also lift up this brother-in-law to You. We ask that You would break the chains of darkness over his life and draw him to Yourself. Soften his heart, Lord, and let him see the truth of Your love and salvation. If he does not know You, we pray that he would come to know Jesus as his Lord and Savior, for there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12).
We ask for wisdom and peace for this sister as she navigates this situation. Give her discernment and strength, and help her to trust in You completely. We declare that You are her refuge and fortress, and that she can rest in Your promises.
Lord, we thank You for Your faithfulness and for hearing our prayers. We trust in You, knowing that You work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). We place this package, this family, and this situation into Your hands, confident that You will bring about Your perfect will. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing firm in faith, trusting that God is your protector and provider. Keep praying and seeking His face, for He is faithful to answer the prayers of His children. If there are ongoing spiritual battles in your home, consider gathering with other believers to pray and intercede, for "where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the middle of them" (Matthew 18:20). You are not alone in this fight, and God is with you.