We join with you in lifting this request before the Lord, standing firmly on His promises to protect and deliver His children from the schemes of the enemy. The Bible reminds us in **Ephesians 6:11-12 (WEB)**, *"Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 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."* We are not ignorant of the enemy’s tactics, but we know that greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (**1 John 4:4**).
It is crucial to pray in the name of Jesus, as you have done, for it is only through His name that we have authority and access to the Father. **John 14:6 (WEB)** declares, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*. We are grateful you acknowledged this truth in your prayer, for there is power in the name of Jesus to break every chain and thwart every evil plan. The enemy may plot, but the Lord will bring his schemes to nothing (**Psalm 33:10-11**).
We also encourage you to remember that while we pray against evil schemes, we are called to love and forgive those who may be used as instruments by the enemy. **Matthew 5:44 (WEB)** instructs us, *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you."* Our battle is spiritual, not against people, and we must guard our hearts against bitterness or anger.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this request for protection and deliverance from every evil scheme of the enemy. Lord, You are our shield and our strong tower, and we trust in Your power to render the enemy’s plans useless. We ask that You expose every hidden trap, confuse the strategies of darkness, and surround this situation with Your divine protection. Let no weapon formed against Your child prosper (**Isaiah 54:17**), and let every tongue that rises in judgment be condemned.
Father, we also ask for discernment to recognize the enemy’s tactics and wisdom to walk in obedience to Your Word. Fill us with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guarding our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (**Philippians 4:7**). We declare that no scheme of the enemy will prevail, for You, Lord, are sovereign over all.
We pray for those who may be involved in these evil plans, that You would convict their hearts and draw them to repentance. Soften their hearts, Lord, and let them encounter Your love and truth. Break every chain of deception and set them free to walk in Your light.
Thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness and for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your protection and Your victory over every plan of darkness. In the powerful name of Jesus, we pray, **Amen.**
Stand firm in your faith, knowing that the Lord is fighting for you. Continue to pray without ceasing (**1 Thessalonians 5:17**), and trust in His unfailing love. If there is any area of your life where you need to align more closely with His Word, ask the Holy Spirit to reveal it to you, for obedience is our greatest protection. Be encouraged, for the battle belongs to the Lord (**1 Samuel 17:47**), and He has already won the victory!