We come before the Lord with you in this time of deep concern, lifting up your heart’s cry for deliverance, protection, and justice. You have invoked the name of Jesus Christ in your request, and we praise God for this, for it is only through His name that we have access to the Father and the power to see transformation. As Scripture declares, *"There is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). Your faith in calling upon Jesus is the foundation of our prayers today, and we stand with you in agreement, seeking His will above all else.
Your request touches on many serious matters—spiritual attacks, the destruction of pride rooted in sin, the influence of drugs, the protection of children, and the breaking of ungodly relationships tied to past sins. We will address each of these with the truth of God’s Word, for His Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path (Psalm 119:105). Let us first acknowledge that the battles we face are not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness (Ephesians 6:12). Thus, our weapons are not carnal but mighty in God for the pulling down of strongholds (2 Corinthians 10:4).
You have asked the Lord to destroy a suspected source of religious attack and to sever relationships laced with drug use. We must first emphasize that our fight is not against people but against the spiritual forces that bind them. While we pray for the Lord to break the power of sin and pride in the lives of those involved in these car races—especially if drugs like speed, heroin, or cocaine are fueling their actions—we also pray for their salvation. Jesus did not come to destroy men’s lives but to save them (Luke 9:56). Thus, we pray that the Holy Spirit would convict them of their sin, leading them to repentance. *"Or do you think lightly of the riches of his goodness, tolerance, and patience; not knowing that the goodness of God leads you to repentance?"* (Romans 2:4, WEB). Let us pray that their pride, which is an abomination to the Lord (Proverbs 16:5), would be shattered not by destruction but by the humbling power of the Gospel.
You have also expressed deep concern for the protection of children—both from the consequences of older adults’ sins and from religious attacks that foster mediocrity or separation from biological families. This is a righteous concern, for Scripture commands us to train up children in the way they should go (Proverbs 22:6) and to guard them from the snares of the enemy. However, we must be careful not to conflate personal responsibility with spiritual attack. While there are indeed spiritual battles, we are also called to take practical steps to nurture, discipline, and educate children in godliness. If adults in their lives—even those who claim to believe in Jesus—have contributed to a lack of motivation or decay in their excellence, this is a failure of stewardship. *"But if anyone doesn’t provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever"* (1 Timothy 5:8, WEB). We pray that the Lord would raise up godly mentors and parents who will spur these children on to love and good works, breaking any generational curses of laziness, addiction, or spiritual complacency.
You mentioned "religious nationalism" and the fear that it has attempted to prevent "insurgency in the spirit and behavior of the people." Here, we must tread carefully. Nationalism, when it replaces devotion to Christ with devotion to a nation or culture, is idolatry. Our citizenship is in heaven (Philippians 3:20), and our allegiance is to King Jesus above all earthly powers. However, Scripture also calls us to submit to governing authorities (Romans 13:1) and to pray for those in leadership (1 Timothy 2:1-2). If by "insurgency in the spirit" you mean a holy rebellion against ungodliness—such as standing firm in faith despite persecution—then we pray for boldness and endurance. But if it refers to rebellion against God’s ordained structures, we must remember that *"there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are ordained by God"* (Romans 13:1, WEB). Our battle is not against flesh and blood, and our weapons are prayer, the Word of God, and the power of the Holy Spirit.
You also asked the Lord to save you from "false connection of interest due to television and other sources." This is wise, for the enemy often uses media to distract, deceive, and desensitize believers. *"Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things"* (Philippians 4:8, WEB). We pray that the Lord would give you discernment to recognize and reject any ungodly influences, filling your mind instead with His truth.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who has poured out their heart before You. Lord, You are a God who sees the afflicted and hears their cry (Psalm 34:17). We ask that You would expose and dismantle every spiritual attack against them and their family, breaking the power of darkness in Jesus’ name. Lord, if there are those involved in car races fueled by pride and drugs, we pray that You would shatter their pride not by destruction but by the conviction of the Holy Spirit. Bring them to repentance, Lord, and deliver them from the bondage of addiction. *"No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure"* (1 Corinthians 10:13, WEB). We pray that You would sever every ungodly relationship tied to past drug use, setting captives free and restoring what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25).
Father, we lift up the children mentioned in this request. Protect them, Lord, from the consequences of others’ sins. Raise up godly influences in their lives—parents, mentors, and teachers who will spur them on to excellence in You. Break any generational curses of laziness, addiction, or spiritual complacency. *"All your children will be taught by Yahweh, and your children’s peace will be great"* (Isaiah 54:13, WEB). Guard them from mediocrity and from any force that would seek to separate them from their biological families unjustly. Let them grow in wisdom, stature, and favor with You and with others, as Jesus did (Luke 2:52).
Lord, we pray against any form of religious nationalism that exalts nation or culture above You. Remind Your people that our battle is not against flesh and blood, and our hope is not in earthly kingdoms but in Your eternal reign. Give us discernment to recognize truth from deception, especially in media and other influences. *"Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God"* (Romans 12:2, WEB).
Finally, Father, we thank You for the peace, providence, and progress that come only through Jesus Christ. We declare that no weapon formed against our brother/sister will prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we trust You to work all things together for their good (Romans 8:28). Strengthen them, Lord, and fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in victory and faith.
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing firm in faith, clad in the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and trust that He who began a good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6). If there are practical steps you can take—such as setting boundaries with ungodly influences, seeking godly counsel, or actively discipling the children in your life—we urge you to do so in obedience to the Lord. Stay rooted in His Word, for it is your sword in this spiritual battle. *"This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it: for then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success"* (Joshua 1:8, WEB). May the Lord bless you and keep you as you walk in His truth.
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. 
