We come before the Lord with you in this time of spiritual distress, lifting your concerns to the Father through Jesus Christ, our only Mediator and Savior. It is good that you have called upon the name of Jesus, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved, and it is only through Him that we have access to the throne of grace. *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). Let us always remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness, and our victory is found in Christ alone.
First, we must address something in your prayer that is deeply concerning. You asked Jesus to *"bless and strengthen the devil."* This is a dangerous and unbiblical request. The devil is our adversary, a liar, and the father of lies (John 8:44). He seeks only to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and we are commanded to *resist* him, not to seek his strength or blessing. *"Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Withstand him steadfast in your faith"* (1 Peter 5:8-9, WEB). We must never align ourselves with the enemy of our souls, even in our words. Instead, we rebuke this request in the name of Jesus and ask the Lord to cleanse your heart and mind from any influence that would lead you to speak such things. Let us instead pray for the devil’s defeat and for the Lord’s protection over you.
Now, let us address the spiritual persecution and attacks you describe. The Lord sees your distress, and He is faithful to deliver those who call upon Him. *"The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble"* (Psalm 9:9, WEB). You have mentioned persecution from family members, spiritual attacks, and even physical discomfort that you believe is tied to spiritual oppression. While we do not dismiss the reality of spiritual warfare, we must also be careful not to attribute every circumstance to the enemy. Sometimes physical ailments or coincidences can be just that—physical or coincidental—and not necessarily spiritual attacks. However, we know that the enemy can use even small things to trouble the minds of believers, so we will pray for the Lord’s protection and discernment over you.
The pain in your toe may indeed be a coincidence, but if you sense spiritual oppression, we encourage you to stand firm in the authority of Christ. *"No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is from me,” says Yahweh"* (Isaiah 54:17, WEB). Claim this promise over your life and reject any fear or torment the enemy tries to place upon you. The Lord is greater than any scheme of the devil, and He has already disarmed the powers and authorities through the cross of Christ (Colossians 2:15).
You have also mentioned fasting, which is a powerful spiritual discipline when done with the right heart. Fasting is not about twisting God’s arm to get what we want but about humbling ourselves before Him, seeking His face, and aligning our hearts with His will. *"Yet even now,” says Yahweh, “turn to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning. Tear your heart and not your garments, and turn to Yahweh, your God; for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness, and relents from sending calamity"* (Joel 2:12-13, WEB). If the Lord is leading you to fast, do so with a heart of repentance, worship, and dependence on Him. Pray that He would reveal any areas of sin or unbelief in your life that need to be surrendered to Him.
As for the "memory attackers" and those you believe are trying to "steal your experience," we must remember that our identity and our experiences are secure in Christ. No one can steal what the Lord has ordained for you. *"For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from God’s love which is in Christ Jesus our Lord"* (Romans 8:38-39, WEB). If you are feeling spiritually violated or oppressed, we encourage you to pray for the Lord’s protection over your mind and heart. Ask Him to guard your thoughts and to fill you with His peace, which surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Finally, let us address the mention of your cousins and the spiritual persecution you sense from them. Family relationships can be complex, and spiritual oppression can sometimes manifest through those closest to us. However, we must be careful not to harbor bitterness or unforgiveness, even if we feel wronged. Jesus commands us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). This does not mean we allow abuse or oppression, but it does mean we release any resentment to the Lord and trust Him to deal justly with all things. *"Don’t say, ‘I will pay back evil.’ Wait for Yahweh, and he will save you"* (Proverbs 20:22, WEB). Pray for your cousins, that the Lord would convict their hearts if they are indeed involved in spiritual harm, and that He would bring them to repentance. Ask the Lord to break any ungodly soul ties or spiritual connections that may be giving the enemy a foothold in your life.
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We thank You that You are a God who hears the cries of Your people and delivers them from all their troubles. Lord, we lift up our brother/sister to You now, asking that You would surround them with Your divine protection. Shield them from every spiritual attack, every scheme of the enemy, and every word or action meant to harm them. We rebuke any spirit of persecution, oppression, or fear that has been assigned against them, and we command it to flee in the name of Jesus.
Lord, we ask that You would expose any darkness that is operating in or through their family members. If there are ungodly soul ties or spiritual connections, we ask that You would sever them by the power of Your Holy Spirit. Bring conviction where it is needed, Lord, and lead all involved to repentance and surrender to You. We pray that You would fill our brother/sister with Your peace and assurance, reminding them that no weapon formed against them shall prosper.
Father, we also ask for discernment. Help them to recognize when they are under spiritual attack and when they are simply facing the ordinary trials of life. Give them wisdom to know how to respond in each situation, always leaning on You for strength and guidance. We pray that You would guard their mind and heart, protecting them from "memory attackers" or any who seek to steal what You have ordained for them. Their experiences, their identity, and their future are secure in You, Lord.
We lift up their request to fast, and we ask that You would lead them in this discipline. May their fasting be unto You, Lord, and not for empty ritual. Humble their heart before You, and reveal to them anything that needs to be surrendered or repented of. Strengthen them physically and spiritually as they seek You in this way.
Lord, we also pray for healing over their body. If there is any physical discomfort tied to spiritual oppression, we ask that You would break its power and restore them to full health. If it is simply a physical ailment, we ask for Your healing touch and for wisdom in how to care for their body.
Finally, Father, we pray that You would fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they would walk in the authority of Christ and the victory He has already won. Remind them that they are more than conquerors through Him who loved them. Let them rest in Your promises and trust in Your protection.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayer. We trust in Your faithfulness and Your power to deliver. May Your will be done in their life, and may You receive all the glory. In the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in prayer and in His Word. Stand firm in your faith, knowing that the battle belongs to the Lord. *"Don’t be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” says Yahweh"* (Jeremiah 1:8, WEB). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, and trust that He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). If you feel led, we also encourage you to seek godly counsel or pastoral support to walk with you through this season. You are not alone, and the Lord is faithful to complete the work He has begun in you.
