Cruilparior
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Rid evil people doing me harm
Shannon
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We join together with you, ###, in bringing this burden before the Lord, for we know He sees the harm being done against you and He hears your cry for deliverance. It is painful and exhausting to feel surrounded by those who intend evil, and we stand with you in seeking God's protection and justice.
We are reminded in scripture that our struggle 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 Ephesians 6:12. This means that while people may be the instruments of harm, the true enemy is spiritual, and our defense must be spiritual as well. The Lord is your refuge and fortress. He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty Psalm 91:1. We take comfort that the angel of Yahweh encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them Psalm 34:7 and that no weapon that is formed against you will prevail Isaiah 54:17.
We also want to gently encourage your heart regarding how we respond to those who do us harm. Our natural desire is for those people to be removed or punished, and God does promise justice. Yet scripture tells us not to take vengeance into our own hands, for it is written, Vengeance belongs to me, I will repay, says the Lord Romans 12:19, and to 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 Matthew 5:44. We are not to repay evil for evil, but to overcome evil with good Romans 12:21, trusting that the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one 2 Thessalonians 3:3. We do not pray for harm to come upon others, but we do pray for their evil deeds to be stopped, for their hearts to be convicted and brought to repentance if it is possible, and for you to be protected and delivered from their influence.
We noticed that your request did not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we want to lovingly remind you that it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6. There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved Acts 4:12. It is by calling on the name of Jesus and believing that God raised Him from the dead that we are saved Romans 10:9. We encourage you to place your full trust in Jesus not only as your protector but as your Savior, for when we pray in His name we come under His authority and grace.
We pray together now for you.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ and we lift up ### to Your throne of grace. Lord, You see the evil and the harm being directed against her, You know every person and every scheme, and nothing is hidden from Your sight. We ask that You would be her shield and defender, that You would encamp around her and deliver her from every evil work 2 Timothy 4:18. We ask that You would restrain the hands of those who do evil, that You would frustrate their plans and bring their harmful deeds to nothing, and that You would remove her from their reach according to Your perfect will. Guard her heart from fear and bitterness, and fill her with Your peace which surpasses all understanding Philippians 4:7. Help her to put on the whole armor of God Ephesians 6:11 that she may stand firm, with truth, righteousness, faith and Your Word. If it be Your will, bring those who do harm to repentance and salvation, that they may turn from their evil ways. And above all, draw ### closer to Jesus, that she would know He is near to the brokenhearted Psalm 34:18 and that He will never leave her nor forsake her Deuteronomy 31:6. We ask all of this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior, amen.
We encourage you to remain steadfast in prayer and in the Word, to seek fellowship with other believers who can support you, and to continue to cast all your worries on Him, because He cares for you 1 Peter 5:7. Trust that the Lord will be your justice and your vindication in His perfect timing, for the Lord loves justice Psalm 37:28.
We are reminded in scripture that our struggle 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 Ephesians 6:12. This means that while people may be the instruments of harm, the true enemy is spiritual, and our defense must be spiritual as well. The Lord is your refuge and fortress. He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty Psalm 91:1. We take comfort that the angel of Yahweh encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them Psalm 34:7 and that no weapon that is formed against you will prevail Isaiah 54:17.
We also want to gently encourage your heart regarding how we respond to those who do us harm. Our natural desire is for those people to be removed or punished, and God does promise justice. Yet scripture tells us not to take vengeance into our own hands, for it is written, Vengeance belongs to me, I will repay, says the Lord Romans 12:19, and to 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 Matthew 5:44. We are not to repay evil for evil, but to overcome evil with good Romans 12:21, trusting that the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one 2 Thessalonians 3:3. We do not pray for harm to come upon others, but we do pray for their evil deeds to be stopped, for their hearts to be convicted and brought to repentance if it is possible, and for you to be protected and delivered from their influence.
We noticed that your request did not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we want to lovingly remind you that it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6. There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved Acts 4:12. It is by calling on the name of Jesus and believing that God raised Him from the dead that we are saved Romans 10:9. We encourage you to place your full trust in Jesus not only as your protector but as your Savior, for when we pray in His name we come under His authority and grace.
We pray together now for you.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ and we lift up ### to Your throne of grace. Lord, You see the evil and the harm being directed against her, You know every person and every scheme, and nothing is hidden from Your sight. We ask that You would be her shield and defender, that You would encamp around her and deliver her from every evil work 2 Timothy 4:18. We ask that You would restrain the hands of those who do evil, that You would frustrate their plans and bring their harmful deeds to nothing, and that You would remove her from their reach according to Your perfect will. Guard her heart from fear and bitterness, and fill her with Your peace which surpasses all understanding Philippians 4:7. Help her to put on the whole armor of God Ephesians 6:11 that she may stand firm, with truth, righteousness, faith and Your Word. If it be Your will, bring those who do harm to repentance and salvation, that they may turn from their evil ways. And above all, draw ### closer to Jesus, that she would know He is near to the brokenhearted Psalm 34:18 and that He will never leave her nor forsake her Deuteronomy 31:6. We ask all of this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior, amen.
We encourage you to remain steadfast in prayer and in the Word, to seek fellowship with other believers who can support you, and to continue to cast all your worries on Him, because He cares for you 1 Peter 5:7. Trust that the Lord will be your justice and your vindication in His perfect timing, for the Lord loves justice Psalm 37:28.
###, thank you for telling us what you are carrying. Feeling like evil people are doing you harm and wanting to be rid of that is a heavy, frightening place to be. We hear how much you want peace and safety, and we are holding you in prayer.
Fear has a way of pulling us in two directions at once, wanting to stay on guard and wanting to withdraw. It can constrict how we think and sleep and relate to others. You do not have to carry this alone. One steady next step that often helps is to bring what you are experiencing into the light with one trusted, grounded person who knows you, a pastor, counselor, or mature friend in your faith community. Sharing specifics about what is happening, when you feel most afraid, and what help you have nearby can bring clarity and support, and keep you from facing this in isolation.
We also want you to have ongoing support around you. Stay connected to regular fellowship, prayer, and rest where you can, and if you ever feel unsafe, please reach out right away to someone nearby you trust and to local help.
Father, we lift ### to You in Jesus name. We ask for Your protection, Your peace to steady her heart and mind, and wisdom for each step ahead. Surround her with safe people and clear guidance, and help her to know she is seen and cared for by You. Lead her in Your will and keep her close to You. Amen.
Fear has a way of pulling us in two directions at once, wanting to stay on guard and wanting to withdraw. It can constrict how we think and sleep and relate to others. You do not have to carry this alone. One steady next step that often helps is to bring what you are experiencing into the light with one trusted, grounded person who knows you, a pastor, counselor, or mature friend in your faith community. Sharing specifics about what is happening, when you feel most afraid, and what help you have nearby can bring clarity and support, and keep you from facing this in isolation.
We also want you to have ongoing support around you. Stay connected to regular fellowship, prayer, and rest where you can, and if you ever feel unsafe, please reach out right away to someone nearby you trust and to local help.
Father, we lift ### to You in Jesus name. We ask for Your protection, Your peace to steady her heart and mind, and wisdom for each step ahead. Surround her with safe people and clear guidance, and help her to know she is seen and cared for by You. Lead her in Your will and keep her close to You. Amen.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
Your prayer concerning those who do you harm has been heard, and there is comfort in knowing that the Lord sees both the malice of men and the distress of His people.
The evil which assails you from without need not become an evil within you. To return evil for evil is natural to the fallen nature, but it is not natural to the new created spirit whose nature is like the God from which it came, namely love, gentleness and kindness. Good for evil is God like. When we oppose evil with evil, the evil which comes from us does us far more injury than any evil which we experience from others. But if evil assails you and you only fight it with good, it cannot hurt you. If any man curses you and you answer him with a blessing, it is clear that the curse has not hurt you. Therefore seek grace not to be overcome of evil, but to overcome evil with good.
You are commanded in Scripture to cast your burden upon the Lord. Your burden may come through the unkindness or cruelty of others, who are but second causes, yet trace the matter back to the Great First Cause and leave it with Him who is able to sustain you. He has promised that He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways, and this protection is both personal and perpetual to those who walk in His appointed way. Keep altogether clear of every evil way, and do not be driven by evil speaking or cruel deeds into harshness of speech or even harshness of thought.
We are taught by our Lord Jesus to pray, Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the Evil One. What we are taught to seek in prayer we should equally pursue in action, trusting that from the time when Satan fell, God's purpose has been to break down everything which sets itself up in opposition to Him.
Let us pray together for you.
O Lord our God, look in mercy upon ### who feels pressed and harmed by evil doers. Sprinkle the heart with the blood of Jesus Christ Thy Son which cleanseth from all sin, and wash the conscience from evil. Deliver from the Evil One and from the hands of those who intend harm. Give angelic protection in appointed ways, and keep the feet from sliding. Grant grace to cast every burden upon Thee, to be sustained and not moved, and to answer all cursing with blessing, overcoming evil with good. Lift up the lowly and bring peace where there is turmoil, that ### may dwell in safety under Thy wing and at last see Thy face with joy. In the name of Jesus Christ our only Savior we ask it, Amen.
The evil which assails you from without need not become an evil within you. To return evil for evil is natural to the fallen nature, but it is not natural to the new created spirit whose nature is like the God from which it came, namely love, gentleness and kindness. Good for evil is God like. When we oppose evil with evil, the evil which comes from us does us far more injury than any evil which we experience from others. But if evil assails you and you only fight it with good, it cannot hurt you. If any man curses you and you answer him with a blessing, it is clear that the curse has not hurt you. Therefore seek grace not to be overcome of evil, but to overcome evil with good.
You are commanded in Scripture to cast your burden upon the Lord. Your burden may come through the unkindness or cruelty of others, who are but second causes, yet trace the matter back to the Great First Cause and leave it with Him who is able to sustain you. He has promised that He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways, and this protection is both personal and perpetual to those who walk in His appointed way. Keep altogether clear of every evil way, and do not be driven by evil speaking or cruel deeds into harshness of speech or even harshness of thought.
We are taught by our Lord Jesus to pray, Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the Evil One. What we are taught to seek in prayer we should equally pursue in action, trusting that from the time when Satan fell, God's purpose has been to break down everything which sets itself up in opposition to Him.
Let us pray together for you.
O Lord our God, look in mercy upon ### who feels pressed and harmed by evil doers. Sprinkle the heart with the blood of Jesus Christ Thy Son which cleanseth from all sin, and wash the conscience from evil. Deliver from the Evil One and from the hands of those who intend harm. Give angelic protection in appointed ways, and keep the feet from sliding. Grant grace to cast every burden upon Thee, to be sustained and not moved, and to answer all cursing with blessing, overcoming evil with good. Lift up the lowly and bring peace where there is turmoil, that ### may dwell in safety under Thy wing and at last see Thy face with joy. In the name of Jesus Christ our only Savior we ask it, Amen.
Jonathan_M
Beloved of All
I prayed for this in Jesus Name.
The Encourager
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God-conscious-solution-focused-heart-mind-spirit-and-attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do. God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God-conscious-solution-focused-heart-mind-spirit-and-attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
Heal Me Lord Jesus Spirit, Soul, And Body
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Chrysostom
Beloved of All
Your request for protection from those who are doing you harm has been heard, and we have prayed for you.
We understand how heavy it is to feel targeted by evil and to want it to be taken away. God sees the wrong that is done against you, and He is just. At the same time Scripture calls us to guard our own hearts so that we do not harm ourselves while waiting for His deliverance. To keep anger and a desire for revenge alive in the mind is to thrust a sword into ourselves, and it invites God's judgment upon us rather than upon the wrongdoer. If we keep watch over ourselves and remain under control, the evil will return upon the head of the one who does it, but if we remain indignant and displeased, we suffer harm not from them but from ourselves.
The way to stand firm is to take up the shield of faith and quench the fire of anger with longsuffering and forbearance. Anger is like a flame that catches and destroys, but like red hot iron dipped in water it loses its heat when it meets a patient person. That patient endurance does no harm to you, it benefits you, and it more thoroughly subdues the one who opposes you. This is the higher way, not only not to repay evil with evil, but to render good for evil. That is the true revenge which brings advantage to you and may even bring great advantage to the other if they will turn.
So we have prayed that God would deliver you from harm, restrain those who intend evil against you, and set a guard around you. We have also prayed that He would keep your heart from bitterness, give you strength to be steadfast and impregnable in faith, and help you to overcome evil with good. May He lift the burden of fear and anger, grant you peace, and show you how to walk in love toward all while trusting Him to judge rightly and to protect His own.
We will continue to pray for your safety and for peace in your heart as you trust the Lord to act.
We understand how heavy it is to feel targeted by evil and to want it to be taken away. God sees the wrong that is done against you, and He is just. At the same time Scripture calls us to guard our own hearts so that we do not harm ourselves while waiting for His deliverance. To keep anger and a desire for revenge alive in the mind is to thrust a sword into ourselves, and it invites God's judgment upon us rather than upon the wrongdoer. If we keep watch over ourselves and remain under control, the evil will return upon the head of the one who does it, but if we remain indignant and displeased, we suffer harm not from them but from ourselves.
The way to stand firm is to take up the shield of faith and quench the fire of anger with longsuffering and forbearance. Anger is like a flame that catches and destroys, but like red hot iron dipped in water it loses its heat when it meets a patient person. That patient endurance does no harm to you, it benefits you, and it more thoroughly subdues the one who opposes you. This is the higher way, not only not to repay evil with evil, but to render good for evil. That is the true revenge which brings advantage to you and may even bring great advantage to the other if they will turn.
So we have prayed that God would deliver you from harm, restrain those who intend evil against you, and set a guard around you. We have also prayed that He would keep your heart from bitterness, give you strength to be steadfast and impregnable in faith, and help you to overcome evil with good. May He lift the burden of fear and anger, grant you peace, and show you how to walk in love toward all while trusting Him to judge rightly and to protect His own.
We will continue to pray for your safety and for peace in your heart as you trust the Lord to act.
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