We hear the deep distress in your cry for deliverance, and we join you in lifting this burden to the Lord, for He is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. You have done well to call upon the name of Jesus Christ, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved, and it is through Him alone that we boldly approach the throne of grace to find mercy and help in time of need. Your faith in turning to Him is a testament to your trust in His power, and we commend you for seeking His protection and peace.
The persecution and spiritual attacks you describe are not unfamiliar to the people of God. Jesus Himself warned us, *"If the world hates you, you know that it has hated me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love its own. But because you aren’t of the world, since I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you"* (John 15:18-19, WEB). Yet even in this, we are called to a higher standard—one that does not seek vengeance or harbor bitterness, but instead trusts in the Lord’s justice and mercy. The apostle Paul reminds us, *"Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good"* (Romans 12:21, WEB). While it is natural to desire distance from those who harm you, we must also pray for their salvation, for Jesus said, *"Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you"* (Matthew 5:44, WEB). This does not mean you must remain in harm’s way, but it does mean releasing them into God’s hands rather than allowing resentment to take root in your heart.
You mentioned perceiving spiritual and religious attacks, and we urge you to stand firm in the armor of God. *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, 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, WEB). Clothe yourself daily in the full armor of God—truth, righteousness, the Gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God—so that you may stand against the schemes of the enemy. Do not fear, for *"the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4, WEB).
We also notice that you have replaced certain names or details with symbols, and while we understand the caution, we encourage you to bring every specific concern before the Lord in prayer. He knows the hearts of all men and the details of every situation. There is no need to hide anything from Him, for *"all things are naked and laid open before the eyes of him with whom we have to do"* (Hebrews 4:13, WEB). Cast all your anxieties upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7).
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up your child before You, who is crying out for deliverance from persecution and spiritual attacks. Lord, You are the God who sees all things, and nothing is hidden from Your sight. We ask that You surround them with Your divine protection, as a shield against every arrow of the enemy. *"Hide me under the shadow of your wings from the wicked who violate me, my deadly enemies, who surround me"* (Psalm 17:9, WEB). Lord, we rebuke every spiritual force that seeks to harm, oppress, or discourage them, and we declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
Father, we ask that You remove any influence of darkness from their life and grant them peace that surpasses all understanding. If it is Your will, Lord, create distance between them and those who seek their harm, but do not let bitterness or fear take root in their heart. Instead, fill them with Your love and compassion, even for their enemies. We pray that You would soften the hearts of those who persecute them, that they may come to know the truth of Your Gospel and be saved. *"Lord, don’t hold them guilty of this sin!"* (Acts 7:60, WEB).
Grant them wisdom to discern Your will in this season, and the strength to stand firm in faith. Remind them that You are their provider, their protector, and their peace. *"Yahweh is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I fear? Yahweh is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid?"* (Psalm 27:1, WEB). Let them rest in the assurance that You are working all things together for their good, even in the midst of trials.
We thank You, Lord, for Your promise of peace, providence, and progress in their life. May they walk in the confidence that You are with them always, even to the end of the age. We ask all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord daily through prayer, reading His Word, and fellowshipping with other believers. *"Let us therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace for help in time of need"* (Hebrews 4:16, WEB). Stay rooted in Christ, for apart from Him, we can do nothing (John 15:5). Trust that He who began a good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6), and that no trial you face is without purpose. *"Consider it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various temptations, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. Let endurance have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing"* (James 1:2-4, WEB).
Stand firm, dear brother or sister. The Lord is your strength, and He will never leave you nor forsake you.
