I didn't get the amount of sleep I wanted to last night (it was my fault because I started maladaptive daydreaming). There is spiritual warfare that has been attacking me since I was a child which God has been delivering me from it but it still tries to flare up at certain times. One of the ways it tries to flare up is if I stay up at night past 5 in the morning. I also believe it tries to flare up if I wake up at that time and don't go back to sleep. It will also attack me sometimes after a nap. Well, I woke up this morning at 5 am but didn't go back to sleep because I was maladaptive daydreaming. I also just had to try and take several short naps because I woke up early to make something for church. I don't want to be tired in church. Please pray for ### about all this. Thank you.
Spiritual warfare
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We hear your struggle and stand with you in this spiritual battle, knowing that the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy—but Jesus came that you may have life and have it abundantly (John 10:10). The patterns you describe—staying up late, maladaptive daydreaming, and the vulnerability that comes with exhaustion—are not merely habits but openings the enemy exploits to disrupt your peace, your rest, and your fellowship with God. We must address this with both truth and tenderness, for the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds (2 Corinthians 10:4).
First, let us rebuke the spirit of distraction and deception that tempts you to trade God’s rest for counterfeit comforts. Maladaptive daydreaming, while it may feel like an escape, is a snare that keeps you from the discipline of self-control—a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). The enemy knows that when you are tired, your flesh is weak, and your mind is more susceptible to his lies. But we declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we command every assignment of the enemy over your sleep, your mind, and your peace to be broken in Jesus’ name.
We also recognize that your desire to serve at church is noble, but we must caution against operating in your own strength. Jesus Himself withdrew to pray and rest (Mark 6:31), and He invites you to come to Him when you are weary and heavy-laden so He can give you rest (Matthew 11:28). Your worth is not measured by your productivity or how much you do for the Kingdom—it is found in Christ alone. We encourage you to prioritize Sabbath rest, not as a legalistic rule, but as a gift from God to sustain you in the battle.
Now, let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the Name above every name, the One through whom we have access to You. Lord, we lift up our brother/sister who is fighting this spiritual warfare, and we ask that You would surround them with Your angels to guard their mind, their body, and their spirit. Father, we rebuke every spirit of distraction, slumber, and deception that has tried to steal their rest and disrupt their peace. We declare that the blood of Jesus covers them, and no weapon formed against them shall prosper.
Lord, we ask that You would strengthen their self-control and help them to take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). When the enemy whispers lies about their worth or tempts them to stay up late, remind them that their identity is in You and that You give Your beloved sleep (Psalm 127:2). Father, we pray for discipline in their schedule—help them to honor their body as Your temple (1 Corinthians 6:19-20) by resting when they need to rest and rising to seek You in the morning.
We also ask that You would fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7), especially when exhaustion makes them vulnerable to the enemy’s attacks. Lord, we declare that You are their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). When they feel weary, remind them that those who wait upon You shall renew their strength (Isaiah 40:31). Help them to trust in Your timing and Your provision, knowing that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28).
Father, we pray for a fresh infilling of Your Holy Spirit to empower them to resist the enemy’s schemes. Teach them to wield the sword of the Spirit, which is Your Word (Ephesians 6:17), so they may stand firm in the day of battle. And Lord, we ask that You would heal any wounds from past spiritual attacks—bring restoration to their mind, their emotions, and their spirit. Let them walk in the freedom that Christ died to give them (Galatians 5:1).
We thank You, Lord, that You are faithful and that You will complete the good work You have begun in them (Philippians 1:6). We trust You to lead them beside still waters and restore their soul (Psalm 23:2-3). In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to stand firm in this battle, knowing that you are not fighting alone. The enemy may try to isolate you, but you are part of the body of Christ, and we are standing with you in prayer. Consider setting boundaries for your sleep—going to bed at a consistent time, avoiding screens before bed, and spending time in prayer or worship to invite the Holy Spirit’s peace into your night. When you wake up at 5 a.m., resist the urge to daydream and instead use that time to seek the Lord. He is faithful, and He will meet you in your weakness.
Remember, the enemy’s attacks are a sign that you are a threat to his kingdom. Keep pressing into God, and do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season you will reap if you do not faint (Galatians 6:9). You are more than a conqueror through Him who loved you (Romans 8:37), and this battle will not have the final say over your life. Stand firm, put on the full armor of God, and watch Him fight for you.
First, let us rebuke the spirit of distraction and deception that tempts you to trade God’s rest for counterfeit comforts. Maladaptive daydreaming, while it may feel like an escape, is a snare that keeps you from the discipline of self-control—a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). The enemy knows that when you are tired, your flesh is weak, and your mind is more susceptible to his lies. But we declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we command every assignment of the enemy over your sleep, your mind, and your peace to be broken in Jesus’ name.
We also recognize that your desire to serve at church is noble, but we must caution against operating in your own strength. Jesus Himself withdrew to pray and rest (Mark 6:31), and He invites you to come to Him when you are weary and heavy-laden so He can give you rest (Matthew 11:28). Your worth is not measured by your productivity or how much you do for the Kingdom—it is found in Christ alone. We encourage you to prioritize Sabbath rest, not as a legalistic rule, but as a gift from God to sustain you in the battle.
Now, let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the Name above every name, the One through whom we have access to You. Lord, we lift up our brother/sister who is fighting this spiritual warfare, and we ask that You would surround them with Your angels to guard their mind, their body, and their spirit. Father, we rebuke every spirit of distraction, slumber, and deception that has tried to steal their rest and disrupt their peace. We declare that the blood of Jesus covers them, and no weapon formed against them shall prosper.
Lord, we ask that You would strengthen their self-control and help them to take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). When the enemy whispers lies about their worth or tempts them to stay up late, remind them that their identity is in You and that You give Your beloved sleep (Psalm 127:2). Father, we pray for discipline in their schedule—help them to honor their body as Your temple (1 Corinthians 6:19-20) by resting when they need to rest and rising to seek You in the morning.
We also ask that You would fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7), especially when exhaustion makes them vulnerable to the enemy’s attacks. Lord, we declare that You are their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). When they feel weary, remind them that those who wait upon You shall renew their strength (Isaiah 40:31). Help them to trust in Your timing and Your provision, knowing that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28).
Father, we pray for a fresh infilling of Your Holy Spirit to empower them to resist the enemy’s schemes. Teach them to wield the sword of the Spirit, which is Your Word (Ephesians 6:17), so they may stand firm in the day of battle. And Lord, we ask that You would heal any wounds from past spiritual attacks—bring restoration to their mind, their emotions, and their spirit. Let them walk in the freedom that Christ died to give them (Galatians 5:1).
We thank You, Lord, that You are faithful and that You will complete the good work You have begun in them (Philippians 1:6). We trust You to lead them beside still waters and restore their soul (Psalm 23:2-3). In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to stand firm in this battle, knowing that you are not fighting alone. The enemy may try to isolate you, but you are part of the body of Christ, and we are standing with you in prayer. Consider setting boundaries for your sleep—going to bed at a consistent time, avoiding screens before bed, and spending time in prayer or worship to invite the Holy Spirit’s peace into your night. When you wake up at 5 a.m., resist the urge to daydream and instead use that time to seek the Lord. He is faithful, and He will meet you in your weakness.
Remember, the enemy’s attacks are a sign that you are a threat to his kingdom. Keep pressing into God, and do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season you will reap if you do not faint (Galatians 6:9). You are more than a conqueror through Him who loved you (Romans 8:37), and this battle will not have the final say over your life. Stand firm, put on the full armor of God, and watch Him fight for you.
Hey there,
We're right there with you in this spiritual skirmish. It's tough, we know, but remember, we're not alone. God's got us, and He's fighting right alongside us.
We've been thinking about your sleep struggles and the spiritual warfare you've been facing. It's like you're describing a pattern, a rhythm that the enemy's trying to exploit. But we're not going to let him win, are we?
First off, let's claim God's promise over you. In Psalm 121:4, it says, "He who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep." God's watching over you, even when you're catching some Zs. So, let's trust Him with your rest.
Now, about that daydreaming. We know it might feel like a harmless escape, but it's like a little door that the enemy's trying to wedge open. Let's be intentional about closing that door. When you find yourself daydreaming, let's try replacing those thoughts with Scripture verses or prayers. Maybe even set an alarm to remind you to pray at 5 am.
And listen, it's okay to say no sometimes. If you're feeling tired, it's alright to sit out a church event or two. God understands. He's not measuring your worth by your productivity. He just wants you to come to Him, weary and heavy-laden, and let Him give you rest.
We're praying for you, that God would give you sweet sleep, that He would guard your mind and your body, and that He would fill you with His peace. We're believing for a turnaround, for a breakthrough in this area.
Keep fighting the good fight, friend. We're in this together.
We're right there with you in this spiritual skirmish. It's tough, we know, but remember, we're not alone. God's got us, and He's fighting right alongside us.
We've been thinking about your sleep struggles and the spiritual warfare you've been facing. It's like you're describing a pattern, a rhythm that the enemy's trying to exploit. But we're not going to let him win, are we?
First off, let's claim God's promise over you. In Psalm 121:4, it says, "He who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep." God's watching over you, even when you're catching some Zs. So, let's trust Him with your rest.
Now, about that daydreaming. We know it might feel like a harmless escape, but it's like a little door that the enemy's trying to wedge open. Let's be intentional about closing that door. When you find yourself daydreaming, let's try replacing those thoughts with Scripture verses or prayers. Maybe even set an alarm to remind you to pray at 5 am.
And listen, it's okay to say no sometimes. If you're feeling tired, it's alright to sit out a church event or two. God understands. He's not measuring your worth by your productivity. He just wants you to come to Him, weary and heavy-laden, and let Him give you rest.
We're praying for you, that God would give you sweet sleep, that He would guard your mind and your body, and that He would fill you with His peace. We're believing for a turnaround, for a breakthrough in this area.
Keep fighting the good fight, friend. We're in this together.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.
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. 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, 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. 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 trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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 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. 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, 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. 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 trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.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 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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