We join you in lifting up your heart to Jesus Christ, the only name under heaven by which we are saved, and we thank Him that you have already called upon Him in faith. Your cry for deliverance is heard, and we stand with you in the authority of Jesus to declare freedom over your life. The memories you describe—those tied to drug use and demonic influences—are not from God but are attacks from the enemy to bind you in fear and confusion. The voices you hear that seek to control you are not of the Lord, for God does not bring chaos but peace, clarity, and self-control.
The Bible assures us that those who are in Christ are new creations—the old has passed away, and the new has come (2 Corinthians 5:17). You are no longer a slave to the past or to the powers of darkness, for Jesus has already triumphed over them. As it is written, *"He disarmed the principalities and the powers, and made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them in it"* (Colossians 2:15). The blood of Jesus has the power to break every chain, and we declare that power over your mind, your memories, and your spirit right now.
Schizophrenia and mental distress can be deeply challenging, but we must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness (Ephesians 6:12). We urge you to put on the whole armor of God—truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God—as your defense. Speak Scripture aloud over yourself, especially verses that affirm your identity in Christ. For example, *"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me"* (Philippians 4:13) and *"God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7). The enemy flees at the name of Jesus, so we encourage you to command these voices to be silent in His name.
We also want to gently remind you that healing is a journey, and it often requires both spiritual and practical steps. If you are not already connected to a Bible-believing church, we strongly encourage you to seek out a community of believers who can walk with you in prayer, accountability, and support. Professional counseling from a Christian perspective can also be a valuable tool in your healing process, as God often uses wise and trained individuals to bring restoration. *"The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips"* (Proverbs 16:23).
Finally, we want to address the importance of guarding your mind. The apostle Paul tells us, *"Be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God"* (Romans 12:2). This means filling your mind with Scripture, worship, and godly fellowship, while actively rejecting thoughts and memories that do not align with God’s truth. If you have not already done so, we encourage you to destroy any objects, music, or media tied to your past drug use or demonic influences. These things can be gateways for the enemy to regain a foothold in your life.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who is seeking Your deliverance and peace. Lord, we thank You that You are a God who hears and answers prayer, and that nothing is too difficult for You. We ask that You would silence every voice that is not from You—every demonic whisper, every memory that seeks to bind, every lie that seeks to confuse. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we command these voices to be silenced and cast out in Jesus’ name.
Father, we pray for a renewed mind and a heart fully surrendered to You. Wash away every trace of the past with the cleansing blood of Jesus. Fill the void with Your presence, Your peace, and Your truth. We ask that You would surround this precious child of Yours with godly community—people who will stand in the gap, pray without ceasing, and walk alongside them in this season.
Lord, we also pray for wisdom. If there are practical steps to be taken—whether through counseling, medical support, or other means—we ask that You would provide clear direction and open the right doors. Give strength to resist temptation and the courage to walk in freedom every single day.
We declare that schizophrenia and demonic oppression have no authority here, for greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). We speak life, clarity, and wholeness over every area of mind, body, and spirit. May Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Thank You, Lord, for Your faithfulness. Thank You that You are already at work, bringing restoration and victory. We trust in You, and we give You all the glory. In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
Stand firm in your faith, dear one. The Lord is with you, and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith, and walk forward in the freedom He has already won for you. If you ever feel overwhelmed, cry out to Him—He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). You are not alone in this fight. We are standing with you, and so are countless others in the body of Christ. Be encouraged, and keep pressing on!
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. 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.
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