Both my parents are demonized and have serious mental, emotional and behavioral problems. They are both professing Christians. Although I am trying to walk in forgiveness, I feel extremely overwhelmed by their behavior right now and I feel I need a break from them. Tomorrow, I do not want to interact with them. I just want to be alone.
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We understand the deep burden you carry, and we grieve with you over the spiritual and emotional turmoil your parents are experiencing—especially as they profess faith in Christ yet struggle under such bondage. The enemy seeks to destroy families, but we know that our God is greater, and He is able to break every chain of darkness. It is right to seek space for your own well-being, and we commend your heart to forgive, even as you acknowledge the overwhelming weight of their condition.
The Word of God reminds 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."* Your parents are not your true enemy—their struggle is against the forces of darkness that seek to oppress them. Yet this does not excuse their behavior, nor does it mean you must endure constant exposure to their brokenness without boundaries. Even Jesus Himself withdrew to solitary places to pray and regain strength (**Luke 5:16**), and there is wisdom in seeking rest when the battle feels too heavy.
At the same time, we must address the reality of their condition: if they are truly demonized, this is not a matter to be taken lightly. **James 4:7** commands us, *"Be subject therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you."* If your parents are believers, they must take authority over these spirits in the name of Jesus, repent of any openness to sin, and walk in obedience to God’s Word. If they are unwilling or unable, it may fall to others—including you, if led by the Spirit—to pray fervently for their deliverance. However, this does not mean you must remain in harm’s way. There is a difference between loving someone and enabling their spiritual or emotional abuse.
Tomorrow, as you take the time you need to rest and seek the Lord, we encourage you to do so without guilt. You are not abandoning them; you are stewarding your own heart and strength so that you can continue to walk in love and faith. Use this time to cry out to God on their behalf, to ask Him to break the power of the enemy in their lives, and to fill you with His peace. Remember **1 Peter 5:7**, *"Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you."*
Now, let us pray together for you and your parents:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this beloved child of Yours who is carrying such a heavy burden. Lord, You see the spiritual warfare raging in their family—the mental torment, the emotional chaos, and the behavioral bondage that has taken hold of their parents. We declare that no weapon formed against this family shall prosper (**Isaiah 54:17**), and we ask You to expose and break every demonic stronghold in the lives of their mother and father.
Father, if there is any unrepented sin, any openness to the enemy, or any generational curse at work, we ask You to bring conviction and lead them to true repentance. Let the blood of Jesus cleanse them and the power of the Holy Spirit fill them anew. We bind every spirit of confusion, fear, anger, and oppression in the name of Jesus, and we command these spirits to flee. Let Your light flood their minds and hearts, restoring them to soundness and peace.
Lord, we also lift up Your child who is seeking rest and space. Grant them the strength to set healthy boundaries without guilt, knowing that even You, Jesus, withdrew to be with the Father. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (**Philippians 4:7**), and renew their spirit as they seek You. Give them wisdom to know how to love their parents well while also protecting their own heart. Let them feel Your presence strongly tomorrow as they take this time to be still before You.
We ask all this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Deliverer, who has already triumphed over every power of darkness. May Your will be done in this family, and may Your glory be revealed through their lives. Amen."*
Finally, we want to encourage you to seek support from mature believers who can stand with you in prayer and counsel. You do not have to walk this path alone. If your parents are open to it, consider reaching out to a pastor or deliverance minister who can help them break free from these bondages. But if they resist, remember that your obedience to God—including setting boundaries—is not unloving. Trust that He is working even in the silence, and continue to walk in forgiveness while also guarding your heart.
Stay rooted in the Word, in prayer, and in the community of believers. The enemy may be attacking your family, but God is faithful, and He will complete the work He has begun (**Philippians 1:6**). Stand firm, and do not lose heart.
The Word of God reminds 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."* Your parents are not your true enemy—their struggle is against the forces of darkness that seek to oppress them. Yet this does not excuse their behavior, nor does it mean you must endure constant exposure to their brokenness without boundaries. Even Jesus Himself withdrew to solitary places to pray and regain strength (**Luke 5:16**), and there is wisdom in seeking rest when the battle feels too heavy.
At the same time, we must address the reality of their condition: if they are truly demonized, this is not a matter to be taken lightly. **James 4:7** commands us, *"Be subject therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you."* If your parents are believers, they must take authority over these spirits in the name of Jesus, repent of any openness to sin, and walk in obedience to God’s Word. If they are unwilling or unable, it may fall to others—including you, if led by the Spirit—to pray fervently for their deliverance. However, this does not mean you must remain in harm’s way. There is a difference between loving someone and enabling their spiritual or emotional abuse.
Tomorrow, as you take the time you need to rest and seek the Lord, we encourage you to do so without guilt. You are not abandoning them; you are stewarding your own heart and strength so that you can continue to walk in love and faith. Use this time to cry out to God on their behalf, to ask Him to break the power of the enemy in their lives, and to fill you with His peace. Remember **1 Peter 5:7**, *"Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you."*
Now, let us pray together for you and your parents:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this beloved child of Yours who is carrying such a heavy burden. Lord, You see the spiritual warfare raging in their family—the mental torment, the emotional chaos, and the behavioral bondage that has taken hold of their parents. We declare that no weapon formed against this family shall prosper (**Isaiah 54:17**), and we ask You to expose and break every demonic stronghold in the lives of their mother and father.
Father, if there is any unrepented sin, any openness to the enemy, or any generational curse at work, we ask You to bring conviction and lead them to true repentance. Let the blood of Jesus cleanse them and the power of the Holy Spirit fill them anew. We bind every spirit of confusion, fear, anger, and oppression in the name of Jesus, and we command these spirits to flee. Let Your light flood their minds and hearts, restoring them to soundness and peace.
Lord, we also lift up Your child who is seeking rest and space. Grant them the strength to set healthy boundaries without guilt, knowing that even You, Jesus, withdrew to be with the Father. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (**Philippians 4:7**), and renew their spirit as they seek You. Give them wisdom to know how to love their parents well while also protecting their own heart. Let them feel Your presence strongly tomorrow as they take this time to be still before You.
We ask all this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Deliverer, who has already triumphed over every power of darkness. May Your will be done in this family, and may Your glory be revealed through their lives. Amen."*
Finally, we want to encourage you to seek support from mature believers who can stand with you in prayer and counsel. You do not have to walk this path alone. If your parents are open to it, consider reaching out to a pastor or deliverance minister who can help them break free from these bondages. But if they resist, remember that your obedience to God—including setting boundaries—is not unloving. Trust that He is working even in the silence, and continue to walk in forgiveness while also guarding your heart.
Stay rooted in the Word, in prayer, and in the community of believers. The enemy may be attacking your family, but God is faithful, and He will complete the work He has begun (**Philippians 1:6**). Stand firm, and do not lose heart.
We're here with you, friend, and we understand the weight you're carrying. It's like you're in a storm, and you're trying to be a beacon of light for your parents, but it's taking a toll on you. It's okay to need a break, to want some alone time to recharge and seek God's face. Jesus even did that, remember? He'd go off to pray and be with His Father.
We want to encourage you to take tomorrow for yourself, without feeling guilty. You're not abandoning them; you're taking care of yourself so you can keep loving them and trusting God with their situation. They're in a spiritual battle, and it's not easy to watch, but remember, the real enemy here is not your parents, but the darkness that's oppressing them.
Let's pray together for them and for you, okay? "Dear Heavenly Father, we come to You today, lifting up this dear child of Yours who's feeling overwhelmed. Lord, You see the spiritual warfare happening in their family... We declare that no weapon formed against this family will prosper, and we ask You to expose and break every demonic stronghold in their parents' lives... Lord, we also lift up Your child who's seeking rest and space. Grant them the strength to set healthy boundaries without guilt, and fill them with Your peace that passes all understanding... We ask all this in Jesus' mighty name. Amen."
Take heart, dear one. You're not alone. There are people who care and support you, and God is always with you. Trust in Him, and keep walking in forgiveness and love, even as you guard your heart. You're doing the best you can, and that's enough.
We want to encourage you to take tomorrow for yourself, without feeling guilty. You're not abandoning them; you're taking care of yourself so you can keep loving them and trusting God with their situation. They're in a spiritual battle, and it's not easy to watch, but remember, the real enemy here is not your parents, but the darkness that's oppressing them.
Let's pray together for them and for you, okay? "Dear Heavenly Father, we come to You today, lifting up this dear child of Yours who's feeling overwhelmed. Lord, You see the spiritual warfare happening in their family... We declare that no weapon formed against this family will prosper, and we ask You to expose and break every demonic stronghold in their parents' lives... Lord, we also lift up Your child who's seeking rest and space. Grant them the strength to set healthy boundaries without guilt, and fill them with Your peace that passes all understanding... We ask all this in Jesus' mighty name. Amen."
Take heart, dear one. You're not alone. There are people who care and support you, and God is always with you. Trust in Him, and keep walking in forgiveness and love, even as you guard your heart. You're doing the best you can, and that's enough.
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