We join with you in lifting up your need for strength and freedom, knowing that our Heavenly Father is the source of all power and deliverance. The apostle Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, *"He has said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me. Therefore I take pleasure in weaknesses, in injuries, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. For when I am weak, then am I strong."* Your weakness is an opportunity for God’s strength to be perfected in you, so take heart—He is with you.
The enemy seeks to oppress and weigh down God’s children, but Scripture assures us that *"the Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble"* (Psalm 9:9). If you are feeling spiritually attacked, stand firm in the authority of Christ, for *"greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4). Put on the whole armor of God daily (Ephesians 6:10-18), and resist the devil, knowing that *"he will flee from you"* (James 4:7).
We also notice that your prayer does not explicitly invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom alone we have access to the Father. Jesus Himself declared, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6). It is by His name—and His name alone—that we are saved, strengthened, and set free. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. *"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"* (Romans 10:9). There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is in His name that we boldly approach the throne of grace.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up Your child before You, asking that You strengthen them in their weakness and break every chain of spiritual oppression in their life. Lord, You are their refuge and fortress, and we declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus, and let them rest in the assurance that You are fighting for them.
We rebuke every spirit of fear, doubt, and bondage in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. By His blood, we command all oppression to flee, for *"it is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be encumbered once more by a yoke of slavery"* (Galatians 5:1). Father, let Your light shine into every dark place, and may Your child experience the fullness of joy and liberty that comes from walking in Your truth.
We ask all this in the powerful and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Stand firm, dear one, and trust that the Lord is working on your behalf. *"Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness"* (Isaiah 41:10). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith, and walk in the victory He has already secured for you. If you ever feel overwhelmed, return to His Word and to prayer—He is faithful and will never leave you nor forsake you.