We understand that you are seeking discernment, wisdom, and reconciliation with friends from your past, and we are here to pray and offer guidance based on biblical principles.
Firstly, we commend you for acknowledging that it is only in the name of Jesus Christ that we can approach God and be saved. As it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB:
There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved.
You have mentioned that you had to cut people out for a while due to trauma, and now you feel called to reconcile with them and share your testimony. This is a beautiful desire, but it is essential to approach this situation with godly wisdom and discernment.
We must remember that while Jesus teaches us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44 WEB), he also instructs us to be wise as serpents and harmless as doves (Matthew 10:16 WEB). We should be cautious when re-entering old environments, especially those that may still be influenced by demonic activities, occultism, and witchcraft.
As you have mentioned that these people are surrounded by such influences, it is crucial to pray for their deliverance and salvation, as well as your protection. We should not be unequally yoked with unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB), but rather seek to be a light in the darkness, drawing them to Christ.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Loreuvale and their desire for reconciliation and restoration. We thank you for the healing and transformation you have already brought into their life, and we ask that you continue to guide them in your will.
Lord, we pray for the friends from Loreuvale's past. We ask that you soften their hearts and open their ears to receive Loreuvale's testimony. We pray against any demonic influences, occultism, and witchcraft that may be surrounding them, and we ask that you break those chains and set them free.
Father, we pray for discernment and wisdom for Loreuvale as they navigate these relationships. We ask that you protect them from any harm and guide them in your will. We pray that Loreuvale will be a light in the darkness, drawing their friends to you, Lord.
We ask all of this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Lastly, we encourage you to continue to seek God's will in this situation. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB). Be patient and wait on the Lord's timing, knowing that he is faithful to complete the good work he began in you (Philippians 1:6 WEB).