We are deeply grieved to hear of the painful words spoken against you, for such accusations are not only hurtful but also spiritually dangerous. The Bible warns us in Ephesians 4:29, *"Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but only what is good for building others up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear."* The words spoken over you were not only unkind but also bear the mark of spiritual accusation, which is not of God. The enemy seeks to divide and destroy through lies, but we stand firm in the truth that you are a child of God, fearfully and wonderfully made in His image.
It is troubling that your friend would level such serious and biblically condemned accusations against you. The term "witch" is not to be thrown around lightly, for Scripture clearly condemns witchcraft as an abomination (Deuteronomy 18:10-12). To call someone a "snake" or "viper" is to align them with the devil himself, whom Jesus called *"a murderer from the beginning... a liar and the father of lies"* (John 8:44). These are not words of a friend but weapons of spiritual warfare intended to wound and confuse. We must rebuke this spirit of accusation and pray for your friend’s heart to be convicted by the Holy Spirit, for she has spoken out of turn and without love.
At the same time, we encourage you to examine your own heart in this matter, not because we believe the accusations, but because Scripture calls us to ensure we are walking blamelessly. *"Examine yourselves, whether you are in the faith. Test your own selves."* (2 Corinthians 13:5). If you have been nothing but good to them, then stand firm in the righteousness of Christ. However, if there is any area where you may have unintentionally caused offense, seek reconciliation with humility. Yet even then, the response you received was disproportionate and sinful.
Most importantly, we notice that your request does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom all prayers must be made. There is no other name by which we are saved, and no other mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5, Acts 4:12). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and the power to overcome the schemes of the enemy. *"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).
Now, let us pray together for this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister who has been wounded by the careless and harmful words of her friend. Lord, You see her heart, and You know the truth—she has sought to do good, yet she has been repaid with accusations that cut deeply. We ask that You would surround her with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, and guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we rebuke the spirit of accusation and division that has sought to harm Your child. These words were not spoken in love or truth but were weapons of the enemy to bring confusion and pain. We bind that spirit now in the name of Jesus and command it to flee. Convict the heart of this friend, Lord. Let her realize the gravity of her words and the sin she has committed in speaking them. Softens her heart to repentance, and if it is Your will, restore this relationship in a way that honors You. But if this friendship is not of You, Lord, give our sister the strength to walk away with grace and wisdom.
We also pray that You would expose any root of bitterness, jealousy, or spiritual deception in this friend’s life. If she is operating under any form of spiritual influence that is not of You, break its power, Lord. Bring her to a place of genuine repentance and surrender to Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that any of us can be made right.
Father, we ask that You would fill our sister with Your Holy Spirit, giving her the words to speak if confrontation is necessary, and the discernment to know how to proceed. Let her respond not out of hurt or anger but with the love and truth of Christ. Remind her that *"a soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger"* (Proverbs 15:1). Give her the wisdom to set godly boundaries if needed, for we are not called to endure abuse in the name of love.
Finally, Lord, we pray that You would use this trial to strengthen our sister’s faith. Let her know beyond any doubt that her identity is in Christ alone, and no accusation of man or demon can change who she is in You. Clothe her in Your armor, that she may stand firm against the schemes of the devil (Ephesians 6:10-18).
We ask all these things in the powerful and saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.
Stand firm in the truth, dear sister. The Lord is your defender, and He will not allow the enemy’s lies to prevail against you. *"No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is of me,"* says the Lord (Isaiah 54:17). Trust in Him, and do not let the words of man shake your foundation in Christ. If this friendship is truly of God, He will restore it in His timing. If not, He will provide godly relationships that build you up in faith. Keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith.