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We hear your cry for deliverance, and we stand with you in fervent prayer. The pain of betrayal or harm from someone who was meant to be close to you is deeply wounding, and the enemy often seeks to use those nearest to us to sow discord, despair, and destruction. But we declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against you in judgment, you shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). The Lord is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
First, we must address the reality that the enemy is not just a distant force but a deceiver who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). However, we must also recognize that the enemy often works through people who are either unaware of his schemes or have given themselves over to wickedness. If this person close to you is operating in evil, we rebuke the spirit of deception, division, and malice in Jesus’ name. We command every assignment of the enemy against your life to be dismantled and destroyed. The Lord rebuke you, Satan, and all your evil works! (Jude 1:9).
We also want to gently encourage you to examine your heart and your relationship with this person. Are there any areas where bitterness, unforgiveness, or ungodly soul ties have taken root? The Bible warns us, "Do not be deceived. Evil companions corrupt good morals" (1 Corinthians 15:33). If this person is truly operating in wickedness, it may be necessary for you to create distance, not out of hatred, but out of wisdom and a desire to protect your spirit. The Lord says, "Do not associate with a man given to anger; or go with a hot-tempered man, lest you learn his ways and find a snare for yourself" (Proverbs 22:24-25). This principle applies to all forms of ungodliness.
We also want to remind you that your battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, 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). The person you are referring to may be a tool of the enemy, but they are not your ultimate enemy. Pray for them, that their eyes may be opened to the truth and that they may turn from their wicked ways. Jesus commands us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). This does not mean you must remain in harm’s way, but it does mean you must guard your heart from hatred and bitterness.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We lift up our brother/sister who is feeling surrounded and attacked by the enemy through someone close to them. Lord, You see the pain, the confusion, and the fear in their heart. We ask that You would be their shield and their fortress (Psalm 91:2). Surround them with Your angels and protect them from every evil plan and scheme of the enemy.
Father, we rebuke every spirit of deception, division, and destruction that is operating through this person. We break every curse, every word spoken against them, and every assignment of the enemy in Jesus’ name. We declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against them in judgment, they shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). Lord, expose the enemy’s plans and render them powerless.
We ask that You would give our brother/sister wisdom and discernment to know how to navigate this situation. If it is Your will for them to distance themselves from this person, give them the strength and courage to do so. If there is unforgiveness or bitterness in their heart, reveal it to them, Lord, and help them to release it to You. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we also pray for the person who is being used by the enemy. Soften their heart, Lord. Open their eyes to see the truth and turn from their wicked ways. Let Your light shine into their darkness, and may they come to know You as their Savior and Lord.
We thank You, Lord, that You are a God who hears our prayers and moves on our behalf. We trust in Your promises and declare that You are working all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). Strengthen our brother/sister in their faith, and let them feel Your presence and peace in this difficult time.
In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to stand firm in your faith, knowing that God is with you. Surround yourself with godly believers who can support and pray for you. Spend time in God’s Word, for it is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path (Psalm 119:105). The enemy may have meant this for evil, but God can turn it around for your good (Genesis 50:20). Keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and trust that He will lead you through this trial. You are not alone, and you are deeply loved by the Father.
First, we must address the reality that the enemy is not just a distant force but a deceiver who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). However, we must also recognize that the enemy often works through people who are either unaware of his schemes or have given themselves over to wickedness. If this person close to you is operating in evil, we rebuke the spirit of deception, division, and malice in Jesus’ name. We command every assignment of the enemy against your life to be dismantled and destroyed. The Lord rebuke you, Satan, and all your evil works! (Jude 1:9).
We also want to gently encourage you to examine your heart and your relationship with this person. Are there any areas where bitterness, unforgiveness, or ungodly soul ties have taken root? The Bible warns us, "Do not be deceived. Evil companions corrupt good morals" (1 Corinthians 15:33). If this person is truly operating in wickedness, it may be necessary for you to create distance, not out of hatred, but out of wisdom and a desire to protect your spirit. The Lord says, "Do not associate with a man given to anger; or go with a hot-tempered man, lest you learn his ways and find a snare for yourself" (Proverbs 22:24-25). This principle applies to all forms of ungodliness.
We also want to remind you that your battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, 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). The person you are referring to may be a tool of the enemy, but they are not your ultimate enemy. Pray for them, that their eyes may be opened to the truth and that they may turn from their wicked ways. Jesus commands us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). This does not mean you must remain in harm’s way, but it does mean you must guard your heart from hatred and bitterness.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We lift up our brother/sister who is feeling surrounded and attacked by the enemy through someone close to them. Lord, You see the pain, the confusion, and the fear in their heart. We ask that You would be their shield and their fortress (Psalm 91:2). Surround them with Your angels and protect them from every evil plan and scheme of the enemy.
Father, we rebuke every spirit of deception, division, and destruction that is operating through this person. We break every curse, every word spoken against them, and every assignment of the enemy in Jesus’ name. We declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against them in judgment, they shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). Lord, expose the enemy’s plans and render them powerless.
We ask that You would give our brother/sister wisdom and discernment to know how to navigate this situation. If it is Your will for them to distance themselves from this person, give them the strength and courage to do so. If there is unforgiveness or bitterness in their heart, reveal it to them, Lord, and help them to release it to You. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we also pray for the person who is being used by the enemy. Soften their heart, Lord. Open their eyes to see the truth and turn from their wicked ways. Let Your light shine into their darkness, and may they come to know You as their Savior and Lord.
We thank You, Lord, that You are a God who hears our prayers and moves on our behalf. We trust in Your promises and declare that You are working all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). Strengthen our brother/sister in their faith, and let them feel Your presence and peace in this difficult time.
In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to stand firm in your faith, knowing that God is with you. Surround yourself with godly believers who can support and pray for you. Spend time in God’s Word, for it is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path (Psalm 119:105). The enemy may have meant this for evil, but God can turn it around for your good (Genesis 50:20). Keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and trust that He will lead you through this trial. You are not alone, and you are deeply loved by the Father.
It’s deeply unsettling when someone close begins to feel like an enemy, and the fear of hidden plans against you can be exhausting. We hear the weight in your words, and we’re not going to brush past that. You’ve asked God to remove you from the wicked plans of the enemy, and that is a cry we stand with. Right now, the most immediate thing we’d encourage is to get some physical and emotional space to breathe and pray with clarity, not because God is absent, but because fear can make it so hard to see things accurately when you’re in the middle of it.
A practical step would be to reach out to a pastor, a seasoned Christian counselor, or a trusted spiritual friend who can sit with you, listen fully, and help you sort what’s real danger from what might be amplified by anxiety. You don’t have to navigate this alone. When someone near you seems to be a source of harm, it’s also wise to consider basic safety measures, whether that means changing routines, not being alone with that person, or even involving authorities if there’s any threat to your wellbeing. God uses tangible helps as well as prayer.
In the meantime, we’d gently remind you that the enemy’s plans are never hidden from God. He is your refuge right now, not a distant hope. You’re not in a cave somewhere fending for yourself; you’re held by One who sees everything and is not surprised by this. We’ll pray that He brings you both protection and clarity, and that whatever is happening, He will lead you through it.
Lord Jesus, we lift up this dear person to You. You know exactly what they’re facing, and You see every hidden thing. Surround them with Your presence, block every plan that would harm them, and give them supernatural discernment and peace. Open the right doors of support and counsel, and keep their heart anchored in Your love. We ask for Your deliverance from the enemy’s schemes, and we trust You to make a way. In Your powerful name. Amen.
A practical step would be to reach out to a pastor, a seasoned Christian counselor, or a trusted spiritual friend who can sit with you, listen fully, and help you sort what’s real danger from what might be amplified by anxiety. You don’t have to navigate this alone. When someone near you seems to be a source of harm, it’s also wise to consider basic safety measures, whether that means changing routines, not being alone with that person, or even involving authorities if there’s any threat to your wellbeing. God uses tangible helps as well as prayer.
In the meantime, we’d gently remind you that the enemy’s plans are never hidden from God. He is your refuge right now, not a distant hope. You’re not in a cave somewhere fending for yourself; you’re held by One who sees everything and is not surprised by this. We’ll pray that He brings you both protection and clarity, and that whatever is happening, He will lead you through it.
Lord Jesus, we lift up this dear person to You. You know exactly what they’re facing, and You see every hidden thing. Surround them with Your presence, block every plan that would harm them, and give them supernatural discernment and peace. Open the right doors of support and counsel, and keep their heart anchored in Your love. We ask for Your deliverance from the enemy’s schemes, and we trust You to make a way. In Your powerful name. Amen.
EnricoLange
Beloved of All
Praying in Jesus Name.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
When the blow comes from a hand you knew, a hand you trusted, the wound goes deeper than any stranger could make. It is one thing to face an enemy across a field and quite another to discover the adversary at your own table. No wonder your spirit is bruised. No wonder you cry out for God to remove you from wicked plans spun in secret. That ache, that bewildered grief, the Lord Jesus knows it. He was betrayed by one who dipped bread in the same dish with Him. He does not stand aloof from your sorrow. He is near you in it.
Now let me tell you what I see. I see a child of God who, even in this cold shadow, is doing the very thing faith always does when it is true faith. You are calling upon the name of the Lord. You are not turning bitter and hard; you are turning toward your Deliverer. And that is the mark of grace. That is the silver lining on the black cloud. The enemy may have planned evil against you, but you have taken hold of the one shield that can quench every fiery dart, the name of Jesus. And He whose name you have called is the living God. He does not slumber. He does not need to borrow strength. He sits on no precarious throne. When you trust in Him, you are handling this dark matter wisely. You have found the lever that lifts the heaviest weight.
Do you know what the evil one most wants to whisper to you right now? He wants to say that God has forsaken you, that you are alone in this tangle of schemes, that the plans formed against you will succeed because you are too weak and too friendless. That is his old arrow, worn smooth with centuries of use. When everything else fails him, he always reaches for that one. But it is a lie, and faith knows it is a lie. God does not forsake His own. He brings His people out. He brought Israel out of Egypt, and they did not come forth poor and cowering, they came with silver and gold, and there was not one feeble person among their tribes. The same hand that shattered Pharaoh’s yoke will break the net that has been secretly laid for you. You shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord.
I know the trembling that comes when you feel the plot closing in. I know how the heart sinks and how the tongue wants to say, “I am cut off.” But look away from the schemer and look to Christ. He is your well in this wilderness. When the noise of archers is loudest, there is a place of drawing water where you may drink and be refreshed. The enemy cannot poison that fountain. The Word of God with its thousands of promises, the mercy seat where you kneel, the dear Savior who intercedes for you, these are wells cleared from the foe. Go to them and drink. You do not need to feel strong to be safe. You do not need to see the whole way out. Those poor lepers did not wait until their skin was clean before they started toward the priest; they went with their leprosy white upon them, believing the word of Christ. So you, with all your fear and all your weariness, may trust Him to bring you through. He does not ask you to untangle the knot yourself. He only asks you to trust the One who holds the end of every thread.
And remember this: the nearness of the trouble does not mean the nearness of your fall. The wall between you and deliverance may be thinner than you think. It often is. The very thing that seems most dangerous may be the doorstep of your liberation. The Lord delights to turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness. He makes the wrath of man to praise Him, and the remainder He restrains. What was meant for your harm He is able to weave into good, even now, even in the dark.
So do not let your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. The living God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. The love letter may come in a black-edged envelope, but it is still written in His blood and sealed with His name. You are not unguarded. You are not forgotten. The Shepherd who gave His life for the sheep will not abandon one of the flock to the wolf. Be still. Wait. Trust. He that spared not His own Son will with Him freely give you all things, and that includes full deliverance from the wicked plans of the enemy.
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Lord Jesus, we come before You now for this dear soul who is hemmed in by schemes not seen and wounded by the hand of one who ought to have been a friend. You see the hidden snare. You know every secret word spoken in darkness. Stretch out Your hand and bring Your child into a broad place. Frustrate the plans of the wicked. Turn their counsel to nothing. And let Your servant find shelter under the shadow of Your wings until the storm passes by. Restore peace to this trembling heart. Lift up the downcast head. And cause faith to rise strong and glad, confident that nothing can separate us from Your love. We ask this in the name of Jesus, our rock and our fortress. Amen.
Now let me tell you what I see. I see a child of God who, even in this cold shadow, is doing the very thing faith always does when it is true faith. You are calling upon the name of the Lord. You are not turning bitter and hard; you are turning toward your Deliverer. And that is the mark of grace. That is the silver lining on the black cloud. The enemy may have planned evil against you, but you have taken hold of the one shield that can quench every fiery dart, the name of Jesus. And He whose name you have called is the living God. He does not slumber. He does not need to borrow strength. He sits on no precarious throne. When you trust in Him, you are handling this dark matter wisely. You have found the lever that lifts the heaviest weight.
Do you know what the evil one most wants to whisper to you right now? He wants to say that God has forsaken you, that you are alone in this tangle of schemes, that the plans formed against you will succeed because you are too weak and too friendless. That is his old arrow, worn smooth with centuries of use. When everything else fails him, he always reaches for that one. But it is a lie, and faith knows it is a lie. God does not forsake His own. He brings His people out. He brought Israel out of Egypt, and they did not come forth poor and cowering, they came with silver and gold, and there was not one feeble person among their tribes. The same hand that shattered Pharaoh’s yoke will break the net that has been secretly laid for you. You shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord.
I know the trembling that comes when you feel the plot closing in. I know how the heart sinks and how the tongue wants to say, “I am cut off.” But look away from the schemer and look to Christ. He is your well in this wilderness. When the noise of archers is loudest, there is a place of drawing water where you may drink and be refreshed. The enemy cannot poison that fountain. The Word of God with its thousands of promises, the mercy seat where you kneel, the dear Savior who intercedes for you, these are wells cleared from the foe. Go to them and drink. You do not need to feel strong to be safe. You do not need to see the whole way out. Those poor lepers did not wait until their skin was clean before they started toward the priest; they went with their leprosy white upon them, believing the word of Christ. So you, with all your fear and all your weariness, may trust Him to bring you through. He does not ask you to untangle the knot yourself. He only asks you to trust the One who holds the end of every thread.
And remember this: the nearness of the trouble does not mean the nearness of your fall. The wall between you and deliverance may be thinner than you think. It often is. The very thing that seems most dangerous may be the doorstep of your liberation. The Lord delights to turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness. He makes the wrath of man to praise Him, and the remainder He restrains. What was meant for your harm He is able to weave into good, even now, even in the dark.
So do not let your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. The living God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. The love letter may come in a black-edged envelope, but it is still written in His blood and sealed with His name. You are not unguarded. You are not forgotten. The Shepherd who gave His life for the sheep will not abandon one of the flock to the wolf. Be still. Wait. Trust. He that spared not His own Son will with Him freely give you all things, and that includes full deliverance from the wicked plans of the enemy.
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Lord Jesus, we come before You now for this dear soul who is hemmed in by schemes not seen and wounded by the hand of one who ought to have been a friend. You see the hidden snare. You know every secret word spoken in darkness. Stretch out Your hand and bring Your child into a broad place. Frustrate the plans of the wicked. Turn their counsel to nothing. And let Your servant find shelter under the shadow of Your wings until the storm passes by. Restore peace to this trembling heart. Lift up the downcast head. And cause faith to rise strong and glad, confident that nothing can separate us from Your love. We ask this in the name of Jesus, our rock and our fortress. Amen.
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, 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. 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 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, 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. 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 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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