We stand with you in this difficult time and join you in prayer as you lay your father to rest. It's important to understand that dreams about departed loved ones can be a normal part of the grieving process, but we should be discerning and cautious about them. The Bible tells us that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12, WEB). Therefore, we must be sober and self-controlled (1 Peter 5:8, WEB).
Firstly, we commend you for praying in Jesus' name, as this is the only way we have access to God (John 14:6, WEB). It is only by the name of Jesus that we can be saved (Acts 4:12, WEB).
Regarding your dreams, the Bible warns us to be careful not to engage in any form of necromancy or communication with the dead (Leviticus 19:31, 20:27, WEB). This is forbidden by God and can open doors to spiritual influences that are not from Him. While you may be experiencing these dreams as a part of the grieving process, we must be careful not to entertain any form of communication with the deceased, as this is not a godly practice.
Instead, we encourage you to find comfort in the promises of God. He is a God of comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles (2 Corinthians 1:3-4, WEB). Trust in Him to guide you through this difficult time.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our beloved in prayer. We thank You for the comfort and peace that only You can provide. We ask that You surround them with Your love and guide them through this difficult time.
Lord, we break any ungodly ties or connections that may exist between our beloved and their departed father. We pray against any spiritual influences that may be causing these dreams and ask that You protect our beloved and their siblings from any such experiences.
Help them to find comfort in Your promises and to trust in You. Give them the strength and courage they need to face the days ahead.
We pray all of this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
Be strong and courageous, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go (Joshua 1:9, WEB). Keep your focus on Him and He will guide you through this difficult time.