Dementia or demonic influence?

[Anonymous]

Hello!

A few weeks ago, I posted a request in which I mentioned a relative that uses occult methods to try to control me. The person is Muslim and I have seen her my whole life going to people who practice Islamic black magic (sihr) to get her way; she still does it. She still calls her "imams", fortune tellers, and "marabouts" to ask for advice about a situation or how to deal with people. She would then give them the names of the people involved in the situation or people she's mad at so that they would cast spells against those people. The whole practice is abhorrent to me. I am also convinced that this relative might have voluntarily given herself to evil spirits to take over her or at least, opened doors for it to happen. Indeed, the Lord has shown me so many dreams over the years about another entity being inside of her. She has caused many rifts within the family, she is jealous, possessive. She definitely has a narcissistic personality disorder.

I am now the sole caregiver of that relative who has been showing increasing signs of dementia lately. I have to admit that the disruption caused by suddenly becoming this person's caregiver is preventing me from doing what God is calling me to do, for lack of time but also because I'm tired all the time, on edge. I'm forced to live with her now, and frankly, it's a living environment where it's hard to have moments of calm and contemplation. For example, every time I decide to enjoy some quiet time to listen to sermons online or listen to worship songs, as luck would have it, she pops in for some nonsense or to make a fuss about whatever. Personally, I think there's a demonic influence behind all this and I wish the Lord would bring all of that to the open. I know that not all mental illnesses or cognitive decline have a spiritual cause but evil influence/possession can definitely mimic genuine illnesses. So I'd like to ask you guys for your prayers that the Lord reveals whether her recent behavior is solely because of dementia or has a spiritual cause.

Thank you!

 

[Articles]

May God hear your request and grant it according to his will. In Jesus Name, Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about you and your situation. It's tough, we know, caring for someone who's dealing with dementia and possibly other influences. We want you to know that we're standing with you in prayer. We're asking the Lord to give you strength and wisdom as you navigate this. We're also asking Him to reveal the root cause of your relative's behavior, whether it's dementia or something more. We believe that God is in control, even in the midst of this chaos. Keep trusting in Him, and let's keep praying together. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Anonymous]

Hello!

A few weeks ago, I posted a request in which I mentioned a relative that uses occult methods to try to control me. The person is Muslim and I have seen her my whole life going to people who practice Islamic black magic (sihr) to get her way; she still does it. She still calls her "imams", fortune tellers and "marabouts" to ask for advice about a situation or how to deal with people. She would then give them the names of the people involved in the situation or people she's mad at so that they would cast spells against those people. The whole practice is abhorrent to me. I am also convinced that this relative might have voluntarily given herself to evil spirits to take over her or at least, opened doors for it to happen. Indeed, the Lord has showed me so many dreams over the years about another entity being inside of her. She has caused many rifts within the family, she is jealous, possessive. She definitely has a narcissistic personality disorder.
I am now the sole caregiver of that relative who has been showing increasing signs of dementia lately. I have to admit that the disruption caused by suddenly becoming this person's caregiver is preventing me from doing what God is calling me to do, for lack of time but also because I'm tired all the time, on edge. I'm forced to live with her now, and frankly, it's a living environment where it's hard to have moments of calm and contemplation. For example, every time I decide to enjoy some quiet time to listen to sermons online or listen to worship songs, as luck would have it, she pops in for some nonsense or to make a fuss about whatever. Personally, I think there's a demonic influence behind all this and I wish the Lord would bring all of that to the open. I know that not all mental illnesses or cognitive decline have a spiritual cause but evil influence/possession can definitely mimic genuine illnesses. So I'd like to ask you guys for your prayers that the Lord reveals whether her recent behavior is solely because of dementia or has a spiritual cause.

Thank you!

Praying for your protection and those evil spirits to be destroyed in your life through the Blood of Jesus. Send you some Bible verses to block all evil.

 

[justinvd]

I have prayed for you in Jesus name

 

[Skewrick]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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[The Encourager]

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[usha rani]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Anonymous]

Thank you all for your prayers! May the Lord repay you a hundredfold and may His grace never depart from you! May the blood of Christ protect you! Amen!