We hear your cry for help, and we stand with you in this spiritual battle, lifting you up before the throne of grace. The enemy seeks to wear down the saints, but we declare that you are not alone in this fight. The voices, the lies, the exhaustion—these are not from the Lord but from the father of deception, who comes only to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). Yet Jesus has come that you may have life, and have it abundantly. The fact that you are still standing is a testament to His grace and strength at work in you, even when you feel weak.
First, we must address the nature of this battle. The enemy attacks fiercely when he sees someone pressing into the presence of God, especially in the early hours when the world is still and the spirit is most alert. Your inability to recall Scripture in those moments is not a failure on your part but a tactic of the enemy to isolate you and make you feel powerless. But we remind you of what the Word says: *"For though we walk in the flesh, we don’t wage war according to the flesh; for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds, throwing down imaginations and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ"* (2 Corinthians 10:3-5). You are not fighting for victory—you are fighting from victory, because Christ has already overcome the world (John 16:33).
The name of Jesus is not a mere chant—it is the most powerful weapon you have. When you speak His name, you are invoking the authority of the One who has been given all authority in heaven and on earth (Matthew 28:18). The enemy trembles at that name because it represents his defeat. Do not despise the simplicity of calling on Jesus; it is not a last resort but a first and continual line of defense. The fact that you are doing this is evidence of the Holy Spirit at work in you, even when you feel unsure. *"Therefore God also highly exalted him, and gave to him the name which is above every name; that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, those on earth, and those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father"* (Philippians 2:9-11).
We also want to address the feelings of negativity and failure that follow these attacks. The enemy loves to heap condemnation on you after a spiritual assault, but we remind you that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1). The Lord does not see you as a failure; He sees you as His beloved child, who is being refined through fire. The fact that you are still seeking Him, still standing, still fighting—this is not weakness, but evidence of His strength perfected in your weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). The enemy would not attack so fiercely if he did not see the threat of your faith and the power of God at work in you.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the name that is above every name. We lift up our brother/sister who is under attack, who is weary but still standing by Your grace. Lord, we ask that You would silence the voices of the enemy and break every stronghold of deception in their mind. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen them with Your might in their inner being, so that Christ may dwell in their heart through faith (Ephesians 3:16-17).
Father, we rebuke the spirit of condemnation and every lie that tells them they are a failure or useless. Remind them of Your truth: that they are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), that You have begun a good work in them and will complete it (Philippians 1:6), and that Your grace is sufficient for them (2 Corinthians 12:9). Fill them with the assurance of Your love, which casts out all fear (1 John 4:18).
Lord, we ask that You would sharpen their spiritual discernment so they can recognize Your voice clearly. When the enemy whispers lies, let Your Word rise up in their spirit like a sword, cutting through the darkness. Help them to hide Your Word in their heart so that they might not sin against You (Psalm 119:11). Surround them with Your angels to minister to them and protect them from the schemes of the devil (Psalm 91:11-12).
We also pray for their physical and emotional well-being. The stress and exhaustion they are experiencing are real, and we ask that You would renew their strength like the eagle’s (Isaiah 40:31). Give them rest, both in body and soul, and restore the joy of their salvation (Psalm 51:12). Provide them with godly fellowship—believers who can stand with them in prayer, encourage them, and hold them accountable in their walk with You.
Father, we declare that this battle is not theirs alone but Yours. You are the One who fights for them (Exodus 14:14), and You will not allow them to be tempted beyond what they can bear (1 Corinthians 10:13). We thank You that victory is already theirs in Christ, and we ask that You would help them walk in that victory every day. May they grow in faith, in trust, and in intimacy with You through this trial.
We pray all these things in the powerful, matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
To answer your question—no, this is not "normal" in the sense that it should be your everyday experience, but it is not uncommon for those who are pressing into the things of God to face intense spiritual opposition. The enemy does not waste his time on those who are already complacent; he attacks those who are a threat to his kingdom. This is why it is so important to stay rooted in the Word, in prayer, and in fellowship with other believers. You are not meant to fight this battle alone.
We encourage you to take practical steps as well. When you wake at 3 a.m., instead of engaging in battle alone, begin by worshiping the Lord. Play worship music, sing hymns, or simply declare His attributes—His holiness, His power, His love. Worship shifts the atmosphere and invites the presence of God to fill the space the enemy is trying to occupy. Also, consider fasting as a way to sharpen your spiritual sensitivity and break any lingering strongholds. Even a one-day fast can be powerful when done with the right heart.
Lastly, we want to gently address the mention of your singleness and the profanity that was included in your request. While we understand the frustration and exhaustion you are feeling, we must encourage you to guard your heart and your speech, for out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks (Luke 6:45). The enemy would love to use moments of weakness to lead you into sin, whether in thought, word, or deed. Instead, fill your mind with whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable (Philippians 4:8). If you are seeking a spouse, we encourage you to do so with the intention of finding a godly man or woman who shares your faith and commitment to Christ. Marriage is a sacred covenant, and it is worth waiting for someone who will honor God with you.
You are not forgotten, and you are not abandoned. The Lord sees your struggle, and He is with you in the midst of it. Keep pressing into Him, keep standing on His promises, and keep calling on the name of Jesus. The dawn is coming, and with it, the light of His victory.
