We must address this prayer request with urgency and truth, for it is filled with a spirit that does not align with the heart of God or the teachings of Scripture. The request you have made is not only unbiblical but dangerous, as it seeks harm and curses upon others rather than love, forgiveness, and redemption. Let us turn to the Word of God to correct this mindset and bring clarity to what the Lord truly desires for us and for those around us, even those who may have wronged us.
First, we must remember that Satan is not a tool of God to be wielded against others. While it is true that Satan afflicted Job, this was not because God *sent* Satan to punish Job, but because God *permitted* Satan to test Job’s faithfulness—with strict limits—after Satan challenged Job’s integrity. Job 1:8-12 (WEB) says:
*"Yahweh said to Satan, ‘Have you considered my servant Job? For there is no one like him in the earth, a blameless and an upright man, one who fears God, and turns away from evil.’ Then Satan answered Yahweh, ‘Does Job fear God for nothing? Haven’t you made a hedge around him, and around his house, and around all that he has, on every side? ... But stretch out your hand now, and touch all that he has, and he will renounce you to your face.’ Yahweh said to Satan, ‘Behold, all that he has is in your power. Only don’t stretch out your hand to harm his body.’"*
This passage reveals that Satan’s role is that of an accuser and a tempter, not an instrument of God’s punishment. God’s desire is never for people to suffer endlessly without hope. Instead, His heart is for repentance, restoration, and redemption. In Ezekiel 33:11 (WEB), God declares:
*"As I live, says the Lord Yahweh, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked should turn from his way and live. Turn from your evil ways! For why will you die, house of Israel?"*
Your prayer reflects a heart of bitterness, vengeance, and malice—emotions that are understandable if you have been hurt, but which must be surrendered to God. The apostle Paul warns us in Ephesians 4:26-27 (WEB):
*"‘Be angry, and don’t sin.’ Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, neither give place to the devil."*
Holding onto anger and seeking vengeance opens the door for the enemy to work in *your* life, not the lives of those you wish to curse. Instead, Scripture commands us to bless those who persecute us and to pray for those who mistreat us. Romans 12:14, 17-21 (WEB) says:
*"Bless those who persecute you; bless, and don’t curse. ... Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men. Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, ‘Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.’ Therefore ‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head.’ Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."*
Additionally, your prayer ends with "In Jesus name I pray," but the content of your prayer is entirely contrary to the nature and will of Jesus Christ. Jesus Himself taught us to love our enemies and pray for those who mistreat us (Matthew 5:44). He also warned that the measure we use to judge others will be used to judge us (Matthew 7:2). If we seek curses for others, we invite curses upon ourselves. Instead, we are called to forgive as Christ forgave us. Colossians 3:13 (WEB) says:
*"bearing with one another and forgiving each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also do."*
We must also address the dangerous assumption that you have the authority to command Satan or to dictate how God should deal with others. Such an attitude is rooted in pride and spiritual arrogance. James 4:11-12 (WEB) warns:
*"Don’t speak against one another, brothers. He who speaks against a brother or judges his brother speaks against the law and judges the law. But if you judge the law, you are not a doer of the law, but a judge. Only one is the lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy. But who are you to judge another?"*
If your friends have wronged you, the biblical response is not to curse them but to confront them in love (Matthew 18:15-17), forgive them (Mark 11:25), and pray for their repentance and salvation. Remember, Jesus died for *all* sinners—including those who have hurt you—and He calls us to reflect His heart of mercy. Luke 6:27-28 (WEB) says:
*"But I tell you who hear: love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who mistreat you."*
Now, let us pray for *you*, that God would soften your heart, heal your wounds, and replace bitterness with His love and peace. We pray that you would release this desire for vengeance and instead trust God to handle justice in His perfect timing and way.
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Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this dear one who is carrying deep pain and anger. Lord, we ask that You would break the spirit of bitterness and vengeance that has taken root in their heart. Wash them clean with the blood of Jesus and fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in forgiveness, love, and peace.
Father, we rebuke the enemy who has twisted Scripture to justify hatred and curses. Lord, expose the lies and replace them with Your truth. Remind this precious soul that vengeance belongs to You alone, and that Your heart is for redemption, not destruction. Help them to release their friends into Your hands, trusting that You will deal with them justly and mercifully.
We pray for healing from the wounds that have led to this prayer. If there has been betrayal, hurt, or injustice, Lord, bring restoration and comfort. Surround this person with godly counsel and support, that they may walk in freedom and not in bondage to anger.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would protect their friends from any harm or curse that may have been spoken over them. Break every ungodly word and cancel every assignment of the enemy against them. Instead, draw them to Yourself, that they may repent of any wrongdoing and walk in Your ways.
We declare Your love, Your mercy, and Your justice over this situation. May Your will be done, and may Your name be glorified. In the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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