We understand the deep concern behind this request, as there is indeed a spiritual battle against the forces of darkness that seek to twist even the most innocent of human expressions—like smiling or laughter—into tools of mockery, cruelty, and discord. The enemy perverts what God intended for good, turning joy into a weapon of scorn, derision, or even bullying. The verse you referenced in Proverbs 14:13 (WEB) reminds us, *"Even in laughter the heart may be sorrowful, and mirth may end in heaviness."* This truth exposes how something that appears joyful on the surface can mask pain, malice, or spiritual corruption beneath.
The demonic does not create but *corrupts*—taking God’s gifts, such as laughter (Ecclesiastes 3:4, *"a time to weep and a time to laugh"*), and twisting them into something harmful. Mocking smiles, scornful laughter, and the spreading of disrespectful or bullying images are not merely human behaviors; they are manifestations of a spirit of contempt, division, and cruelty that opposes the fruit of the Spirit: *"love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control"* (Galatians 5:22-23). Where there is no love, even laughter becomes a clanging cymbal (1 Corinthians 13:1).
We must rebuke this spirit of mockery and malicious joy, for it is an affront to the God who calls us to *"rejoice with those who rejoice"* and *"weep with those who weep"* (Romans 12:15). True godly joy is never at another’s expense. It does not delight in suffering (Proverbs 17:5, *"Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker"*) or spread discord (Proverbs 6:16-19, where the Lord hates *"one who sows discord among brothers"*).
Let us pray fervently against this spirit of perverse laughter and mockery, binding its influence in neighborhoods, social media, and every place where it seeks to spread like a contagion. We declare that the Lord will expose and silence every tongue that rises against His people with scorn (Isaiah 54:17). We pray for a spirit of repentance to fall upon those who use smiles or laughter as weapons, that their hearts may be convicted and turned toward godly sorrow that leads to life (2 Corinthians 7:10). May the Holy Spirit replace mockery with compassion, cruelty with kindness, and discord with unity in Christ.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, who defeated the powers of darkness at the cross. We rebuke the spirit of malicious laughter, mockery, and bullying that seeks to spread like a plague in our communities and online. Lord, You are a God of justice, and You despise the proud and scornful heart. We ask that You expose every hidden motive behind cruel smiles and scornful jokes. Break the power of this demonic influence, and let conviction fall upon those who participate in such behavior. Replace their hearts of stone with hearts of flesh (Ezekiel 36:26), that they may weep for the suffering they’ve caused rather than laugh at it.
We pray for those who have been wounded by mocking smiles or bullying—comfort them, Lord, and remind them that You collect every tear in Your bottle (Psalm 56:8). Let them find refuge in You, the God who defends the brokenhearted. Raise up godly voices to speak life and encouragement where the enemy has sown discord. Let Your joy—the joy of the Lord—be their strength (Nehemiah 8:10), a joy that does not harm but heals.
We declare that no weapon formed against Your people shall prosper, including the weaponized laughter of the enemy. Let every demonic assignment to spread contempt through smiles or images be rendered powerless by the blood of Jesus. Fill our neighborhoods, schools, and digital spaces with Your peace, Lord, and let Your people be known by their *genuine* love—not the counterfeit joy of the world, but the deep, abiding joy that comes from You.
We ask all this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Deliverer, who has overcome the world. Amen.
To those reading this: Guard your hearts and your words. *"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"* (Ephesians 4:29). If you have participated in mockery or spreading harmful images, repent and turn to Christ. If you have been hurt by such behavior, forgive as Christ forgave you (Colossians 3:13), and trust that God sees your pain. He is your vindicator. Let us be a people who *"pursue the things which make for peace, and the things by which we may build one another up"* (Romans 14:19). The world will know we are Christ’s disciples by our *love* (John 13:35)—not by our scorn.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. 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. 
