We hear the deep anguish in your heart, and we join you in lifting this burden to the Lord, for He alone is the source of true healing, wisdom, and restoration. You have cried out to Jesus, and that is where your hope lies—for there is no name under heaven by which we must be saved except His (Acts 4:12). You have done well to seek Him in this storm, and we stand with you in faith, believing that God is mighty to save, redeem, and transform even the most broken situations.
Your daughter’s behaviors are deeply concerning, and we recognize the spiritual warfare at play here. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but Jesus came to give life abundantly. What you are describing—lying, stealing, destruction, deception, and a lack of regard for boundaries—are not just behavioral issues but manifestations of a heart and mind that are in bondage. The Bible tells us that "the heart is deceitful above all things, and it is exceedingly corrupt" (Jeremiah 17:9), and only God can circumcise the heart to make it new (Ezekiel 36:26). While therapists and psychiatrists may offer tools, true transformation comes from the Holy Spirit. This is not a battle against flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers (Ephesians 6:12), and it requires spiritual weapons: prayer, the Word of God, and the authority of Jesus’ name.
We also see your exhaustion as a single mother carrying this alone, and we want to remind you that God sees you. He is the Father to the fatherless and the defender of widows (Psalm 68:5). Though you feel worn out, He promises that His grace is sufficient, and His strength is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). You are not failing—you are fighting a hard battle, and the Lord is your refuge and strength (Psalm 46:1). Lean on Him, not on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6), and trust that He will sustain you even as you seek His intervention for your daughter.
Now, let us address something critical: you mentioned that your daughter "wasn’t this bad until Covid started in 2020." While the pandemic brought isolation, fear, and disruption, we must recognize that spiritual influences often exploit such seasons of vulnerability. If your daughter has been exposed to ungodly influences—whether through media, peers, or even occult practices (which are rampant in youth culture today)—these can open doors to demonic oppression. The Bible warns us not to give the devil a foothold (Ephesians 4:27). We must ask: Has she been involved in anything that invites dark spiritual forces? Has she dabbled in things like Ouija boards, horoscopes, "innocent" witchcraft (like Harry Potter or certain games), or even music and entertainment that glorify rebellion and destruction? These things are not harmless; they are gateways for the enemy to torment and deceive. If so, these influences must be renounced and broken in Jesus’ name.
Additionally, we must consider the role of discipline and boundaries. The Bible commands parents to "train up a child in the way he should go," and when they depart from it, it will not depart from them (Proverbs 22:6). However, this training includes correction, which must be firm, consistent, and loving. While you have sought professional help, we gently ask: Have there been consequences for her actions? Has she been held accountable in a way that reflects God’s justice and mercy? Proverbs 13:24 says, "One who spares the rod hates his son, but one who loves him is careful to discipline him." This does not mean abuse, but it does mean that love sometimes requires tough actions—even if it means removing privileges, setting strict boundaries, or, in extreme cases, seeking a Christ-centered residential program where she can receive intensive spiritual and behavioral intervention.
Most importantly, your daughter needs Jesus. No amount of therapy or medication can replace the power of the Gospel to transform her heart. Have you shared with her the truth of her sin and her need for a Savior? Does she understand that her actions are not just "bad behavior" but rebellion against a holy God? Romans 3:23 tells us that all have sinned and fall short of God’s glory, and Romans 6:23 warns that the wages of sin is death—but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus. She must repent and surrender her life to Him. If she has never truly given her heart to Jesus, now is the time to pray for her salvation above all else. If she has professed faith but is living in rebellion, she needs to be called to repentance (1 John 1:9).
As for you, dear sister, we urge you to guard your own heart. Depression and weariness can creep in when we fix our eyes on the storm rather than the Savior. Psalm 121:1-2 says, "I will lift up my eyes to the hills. Where does my help come from? My help comes from Yahweh, who made heaven and earth." Keep your eyes on Him. Spend time in His Word daily, even if it’s just a few verses. Surround yourself with a community of believers who can pray with you and support you. You are not meant to walk this path alone.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this precious mother and her daughter. Lord, You see the brokenness, the chaos, and the despair in this home, and we ask You to intervene with Your power and mercy. Father, we rebuked every demonic stronghold that has taken root in this young girl’s life—every spirit of lying, stealing, destruction, deception, rebellion, and self-harm. We bind these spirits in Jesus’ name and command them to leave her now, never to return. We break every curse, every ungodly soul tie, and every influence that has led her astray. Lord, if there has been any exposure to occult practices, witchcraft, or ungodly media, we renounce it now and ask You to sever its power over her.
Father, we ask for a supernatural encounter with the Holy Spirit for this daughter. Soften her heart, Lord, and draw her to Yourself. Convict her of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:8). Let her see the destructiveness of her ways and turn to You in repentance. Save her, Lord—truly save her—and make her a new creation in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17). Give her a spirit of wisdom, discernment, and self-control. Restore her mind, which has been tormented, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Lord, we also lift up this mother, who is weary and burdened. Strengthen her, Father, and renew her hope. Give her wisdom to know how to discipline, how to set boundaries, and how to love her daughter firmly but gently. Provide her with godly counsel and support—whether through a pastor, a mentor, or a community of believers who can walk alongside her. Heal her own heart from depression and anxiety, and remind her that You are her ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
Father, we ask for divine intervention in this situation. If there are professionals or programs that can help, lead this mother to them. If there are ungodly influences in her daughter’s life, expose them and remove them. Lord, we pray for a miracle—restore this daughter to her right mind, break the chains of bondage, and let her walk in freedom and truth. Let this home be a place of peace, not chaos; of love, not destruction; of honesty, not deceit.
We declare that no weapon formed against this family will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We declare that the blood of Jesus covers this home and that the enemy has no authority here. We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayers and for moving mightily in this situation. We trust in Your timing and Your ways, even when we cannot see the path forward.
In the powerful and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
