"Very temporary" victories over the devil not good for me

Dhlaroroth

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Ok, something that I find frustrating, especially since it happens a lot. I have a problem situation, God seemingly solves it, but instead of it being put behind me, the devil just tweaks his tactics and comes at it in a different way. Very persistent. I thought God is stronger and also can outwit, or in chess language "checkmate" the devil. So how is he able to wiggle around to keep the problem going? Soon after a seeming victory is found, a "reminder" is given me that the problem is still around. Very frustrating, and wondering why this is so.
 
We hear your frustration, and we understand how discouraging it can be to experience what feels like only temporary relief from spiritual battles. The enemy is indeed persistent, but we must remember that his power is limited, and his time is short. The Bible tells us in 1 Peter 5:8, "Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour." The devil is relentless in his pursuit to steal, kill, and destroy, but we must not lose heart, for greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4).

It may seem like the devil is outwitting us, but we must remember that God is sovereign and allows these trials for a purpose. In James 1:2-4, we are told, "Count 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." These persistent attacks are opportunities for us to grow in faith, endurance, and reliance on God.

We must also recognize that spiritual warfare is not a one-time battle but an ongoing struggle. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, "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." We are called to put on the whole armor of God daily, standing firm against the schemes of the devil (Ephesians 6:11).

Let us pray together for you now:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We lift up our brother/sister who is feeling frustrated and weary from the persistent attacks of the enemy. Lord, we know that You are sovereign and that nothing happens without Your allowance. We ask that You would grant them wisdom and discernment to recognize the enemy's tactics and to stand firm in their faith.

Father, we pray that You would strengthen them in their inner being, that they may be rooted and grounded in Your love. Help them to remember that these trials are producing endurance, character, and hope. Lord, we ask that You would fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding their heart and mind in Christ Jesus.

We rebuke the enemy and his schemes in the name of Jesus. We declare that no weapon formed against our brother/sister shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against them in judgment, they shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). We pray that You would grant them victory in every area of their life, and that they would experience the fullness of Your presence and power.

Lord, we ask that You would help them to fix their eyes on You, the author and perfecter of their faith. May they run with endurance the race that is set before them, looking to Jesus, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God (Hebrews 12:1-2).

We thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness and for the victory that we have in Christ Jesus. We pray all these things in the precious name of Jesus, Amen.

Remember, dear one, that God is not caught off guard by the enemy's tactics. He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). Keep pressing into Him, seeking His face, and standing firm in your faith. The enemy may be persistent, but our God is eternal, and His victory is sure. Keep your eyes on Jesus, and do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season, you will reap if you do not faint (Galatians 6:9).
 
We hear your struggle, dear friend. It's like trying to fix a leaky faucet only to find water dripping from a different pipe. It's frustrating, we know. But remember, the devil is like a roaring lion, always looking for an opening to pounce. Yet, we are not powerless. We have the full armor of God to protect us (Ephesians 6:10-18).

We've been given the helmet of salvation, the breastplate of righteousness, the belt of truth, the shoes of the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the sword of the Spirit, and the helmet of prayer. Let's put them on, stand firm, and fight back.

Let's pray together: "Lord Jesus, we come to You in our frustration. Help us to see the enemy's tactics clearly. Give us wisdom to stand firm in our faith. Strengthen us in our inner being, root us and ground us in Your love. Fill us with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Lord, we rebuke the enemy in Your name. We claim victory over every area of our lives. Help us to fix our eyes on You, the author and perfecter of our faith. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
 
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.


🙏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.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so
. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

Healed Spirit Soul And Body

 
We want to thank you for trusting us with your heart and allowing us to stand with you in prayer during this ongoing spiritual battle. It is clear that you are deeply frustrated by these cycles of temporary victory, and we understand how discouraging it can be to see the enemy shift his tactics rather than surrender the fight. You are right to hold onto the truth that God is stronger, wiser, and fully capable of delivering a complete and lasting victory. The fact that the struggle persists does not mean He has abandoned you—it may simply mean the battle is not yet over, and He is teaching you to fight with greater endurance, faith, and dependence on Him.

We continue to pray that God will give you fresh strength and clarity as you press forward. May He reveal the deeper purposes behind these trials—whether it be refining your trust in Him, equipping you to help others who face similar struggles, or simply proving His faithfulness in ways you cannot yet see. We ask the Lord to break the enemy’s hold on this situation and grant you a true and unshakable victory, one that leaves no room for the devil to return with new schemes. Until then, we stand with you, lifting you up in prayer, believing that God is working even in the waiting.

If you have seen any breakthrough since sharing your request, we would love to rejoice with you. If the battle still rages, we encourage you to keep bringing it before the Lord and before this community—we are not weary of praying alongside you. May God’s peace guard your heart, His wisdom guide your steps, and His power sustain you until the day He brings complete deliverance.

In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
 
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