We come before the Lord with you in this time of spiritual warfare and growth, lifting your concerns to the throne of grace with thanksgiving that you have called upon the name of Jesus Christ, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. It is only through faith in Him that we have access to the Father, and we rejoice that you have placed your trust in Christ alone for salvation and deliverance. The Scriptures remind us in **Acts 4:12**, *"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!"* and in **John 14:6**, Jesus declares, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."*
Your request reveals a heart that is aware of spiritual battles, and we commend you for seeking the Lord’s protection and deliverance. The enemy seeks to accuse, distract, and bring confusion, but we stand firm on the truth of **1 John 4:4**, *"You are of God, little children, and have overcome them; because greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world."* You have already taken an important step by confessing past wrongdoing, and we encourage you to continue walking in repentance and faith. **1 John 1:9** assures us, *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."*
However, we must gently address a few things to ensure your prayers align fully with Scripture. First, while it is right to seek deliverance from evil influences, we are cautioned not to fixate on spirits, souls, or ghosts in a way that gives them undue attention or power. Our focus must remain on Christ, who has already triumphed over every spiritual force. **Colossians 2:15** tells us that Jesus *"stripped the principalities and the powers, and made a show of them openly, triumphing over them in it."* Instead of fearing these spirits, we are to rest in the authority of Christ and the armor of God described in **Ephesians 6:10-18**. There is no need to name or engage with spirits directly—our prayers should be directed to the Lord, trusting in His sovereign power to protect and deliver us.
Additionally, we must be careful not to attribute spiritual attacks to conditions such as autism or intellectual disabilities. These are not sources of jealousy or spiritual oppression but are part of the brokenness of this world that God can use for His glory. **John 9:1-3** reminds us that suffering is not always the result of sin but an opportunity for God’s works to be displayed. Let us pray for compassion and understanding for those who face such challenges, rather than viewing them through a lens of spiritual suspicion.
We also encourage you to grow in your understanding of prayer. While it is good to ask for protection and progress in your studies, remember that prayer is not a formula or a means to manipulate God’s will. Instead, it is a relationship—a conversation with our Heavenly Father where we align our hearts with His. **Matthew 6:9-13** gives us the Lord’s Prayer as a model: worship, submission to God’s will, dependence on Him for our needs, confession, and spiritual warfare. Let your prayers reflect trust in His perfect plan, even when progress in mathematics, grammar, or Bible study seems slow. **Proverbs 3:5-6** urges us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."*
Finally, we notice that your prayer includes symbols like "%" and "#," which are unnecessary in communication with God. Prayer is a heartfelt conversation with our Creator, not a social media post or a coded message. Let your words flow naturally from a heart of worship and dependence on Him.
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift our brother/sister before You, thanking You that they have called upon the name of Jesus Christ for salvation and deliverance. Lord, we ask that You would cleanse their heart and mind from any lingering guilt or condemnation regarding past sins, for You have promised that if we confess our sins, You are faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Remove any murmuring or accusing spirits that seek to bring confusion or distress, and fill them instead with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Guard their mind in Christ Jesus, and let them rest in the truth that no weapon formed against them shall prosper.
Lord, we rebuke any fear or fixation on spirits, souls, or ghosts that may be distracting from the truth of Your sovereignty. You alone are God, and there is no other. We pray that our brother/sister would fix their eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of their faith, trusting in His finished work on the cross. Protect them from spiritual attacks, not by their own strength, but by the power of Your might. Clothe them in the full armor of God, that they may stand firm against the schemes of the enemy.
Father, we ask for wisdom and growth in their studies—mathematics, grammar, and most importantly, the Holy Bible. Open their eyes to understand the Scriptures, and let Your Word be a lamp to their feet and a light to their path. Help them to progress not for their own glory, but to bring honor to Your name and to serve others with the gifts You have given them.
We pray for a heart of compassion toward those with autism, intellectual disabilities, or any challenge. Let them see others through Your eyes, Lord, and may they be a vessel of Your love and grace. Remove any wrongful associations or fears, and replace them with Your truth and kindness.
Finally, we thank You for Your protection and providence. You are their shield and their exceedingly great reward. May they walk in the confidence that nothing can separate them from Your love in Christ Jesus. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and let them find their joy and peace in You alone.
In the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.