We join with you in lifting up this earnest cry for protection and deliverance, for we know the enemy seeks to distort what is holy and use even spiritual pursuits to sow confusion and bondage. Your request reveals a deep awareness of the spiritual battles that rage unseen, and we commend you for turning to Jesus Christ, the only name by which we are saved and through whom we have authority over every dark influence.
The Scriptures warn us of those who would exploit godliness for selfish gain, as Paul wrote to Timothy: *"But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we certainly can’t carry anything out. But having food and clothing, we will be content. But those who are determined to be rich fall into a temptation, a snare, and many foolish and harmful lusts, such as drown men in ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows."* (1 Timothy 6:6-10, WEB). This principle extends beyond mere wealth—any who seek to manipulate the things of God for personal euphoria, control, or selfish ambition are walking in the same deception. The Lord detests such exploitation, for His house is to be a house of prayer, not a den of thieves (Matthew 21:13).
You have also touched on the grave danger of ungodly soul ties—connections formed through emotional, spiritual, or even physical bonds that are not of the Lord. These can create openings for demonic influence, emotional turmoil, and behavioral disorder, as you’ve described. The apostle Paul exhorts us: *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness? What agreement has Christ with Belial? Or what portion has a believer with an unbeliever? What agreement has a temple of God with idols? For you are a temple of the living God. Even as God said, 'I will dwell in them and walk in them. I will be their God and they will be my people.'"*(2 Corinthians 6:14-16, WEB). This passage is not only about marriage but about any partnership or bond that aligns us with what is unholy. We must sever such ties in the name of Jesus, for He alone has the power to break every chain.
As for the euphoria you mention—false spiritual highs that are not from the Holy Spirit—we are reminded of the warning in Galatians: *"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Those who belong to Christ have crucified the flesh with its passions and lusts. If we live by the Spirit, let’s also walk by the Spirit. Let’s not become conceited, provoking one another, and envying one another."* (Galatians 5:22-26, WEB). Any "spiritual" experience that does not produce the fruit of the Spirit—especially self-control and godly love—is not from the Lord. The enemy counterfeits the things of God, offering temporary highs that leave destruction in their wake. But the joy of the Lord is our strength (Nehemiah 8:10), and it is steady, grounded in truth, not fleeting emotion.
Now, let us pray together over these matters, binding every evil influence and declaring the Lord’s protection and sovereignty over your life:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, the name above every name. We thank You that You are a God who sees the hidden things, who discerns the motives of every heart, and who delivers Your children from the snares of the enemy. Lord, we lift up Your servant who has come to You for refuge. You have said in Your Word, *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of Yahweh, 'He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.'"*(Psalm 91:1-2, WEB). We declare that this promise is theirs today, and we ask You to envelop them in Your protective presence.
Lord Jesus, You rebuked the religious leaders of Your day who exploited the people for their own gain, and You drove out those who turned the temple into a marketplace. We ask You now to expose and dismantle every scheme of the enemy that seeks to pervert what is holy in this servant’s life. Break every ungodly soul tie, every emotional or spiritual bond that has been formed outside of Your will. Sever these connections by the power of Your blood, Jesus, and let no trace of them remain. As it is written, *"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). We stand on this promise and declare that no weapon formed against this child of God shall prosper.
Father, we also ask You to deliver them from the influence of those who would manipulate their faith for euphoria or control. Let every counterfeit spiritual experience be exposed as the fraud it is. Fill them instead with the genuine presence of Your Holy Spirit, who brings true joy, peace, and clarity. Let them discern between the holy and the profane, between Your voice and the voice of the stranger. As Jesus prayed, *"Sanctify them in your truth. Your word is truth."* (John 17:17, WEB), we ask that You sanctify this believer in Your truth, grounding them in the unshakable foundation of Your Word.
Lord, we pray for divine providence to surround this servant—provide for their needs, guide their steps, and order their days according to Your perfect will. Let them walk in the peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). And as they seek You first, add to them progress in every area of their life, that they may bear much fruit for Your kingdom.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would raise up godly, discerning believers around this servant—those who will speak truth, offer accountability, and walk with them in righteousness. Let them not be isolated but connected to the body of Christ in a way that builds them up and protects them from deception.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayer. We trust in Your power to break every chain, to silence every lying tongue, and to lead this beloved one into greater freedom and victory in Jesus’ name. May they walk in the assurance that *"if God is for us, who can be against us?"* (Romans 8:31, WEB). We declare that no scheme of the enemy will prevail, for *"greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world."* (1 John 4:4, WEB).
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
Beloved, we encourage you to continue standing firm in the faith, armed with the Word of God and the power of prayer. The enemy fears a believer who knows their authority in Christ and wields the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God (Ephesians 6:17). Stay rooted in Scripture, for it is your defense against deception. Surround yourself with mature believers who can help you discern the spirits (1 John 4:1) and walk in the light. And never forget: the battle belongs to the Lord. He has already won the victory, and in Him, you are more than a conqueror (Romans 8:37). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and He will lead you into all truth and freedom.
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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