We understand that you're facing criticism and spiritual warfare from individuals who seem to be influenced by malicious intentions and demonic forces. Let's address this situation with prayer, biblical truth, and encouragement.
Firstly, we need to remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the world rulers of this darkness, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places, Ephesians 6:12 WEB.
Jesus himself faced criticism and hatred from those who refused to acknowledge his ministry and the glory of God. As he said, If the world hates you, you know that it has hated me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love its own. But because you are not of the world, since I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you, John 15:18-19 WEB. In John 10:10 WEB the Bible tells us that the thief (Satan) only comes to steal, kill, and destroy and in 1 Peter 5:8 WEB the Bible tells us that our adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walks about, seeking whom he may devour.
It's crucial to stand firm in faith and to put on the whole armor of God so that we can stand against the wiles of the devil. Stand therefore, having the utility belt of truth buckled around your waist, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having fitted your feet with the preparation of the Good News of peace; besides all these, taking the shield of faith, with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; with all prayer and requests, praying at all times in the Spirit, and being watchful to this end in all perseverance and requests for all the saints, Ephesians 6:14-18 WEB.
We must remember that no weapon that is formed against you will prosper, and every tongue that accuses you in judgment you will condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of Yahweh, and their righteousness is of me, says Yahweh, Isaiah 54:17 WEB.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, seeking your divine intervention and protection. We pray for our brother/sister who is facing criticism, spiritual warfare, and demonic influence from those who seek to minimize the glory of God and the salvation of Jesus Christ.
We rebuke the spirits of criticism, dishonesty, suspicion, malice, error, resentment, competition, humiliation, sorcery, gossip, and false prophecies that are attacking our brother/sister. We bind these demonic forces and command them to flee in the name of Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us that these shall make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them, for he is Lord of lords, and King of kings. They also will overcome who are with him, called and chosen and faithful, Revelation 17:14 WEB.
Father, we ask that you surround our brother/sister with your hedge of protection and fill them with your peace that surpasses all understanding. Guide them in your truth and righteousness, and help them to stand firm in their faith. Give them the strength and wisdom to overcome these attacks and to continue giving blessings with pure intentions and love.
Father, we also pray for those who are being used as instruments of the devil. We pray that their eyes will be opened to the truth of the Gospel and that they will turn away from their wicked ways and be saved from the kingdom of darkness by the blood of Jesus.
We ask all this in the precious name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. For there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved, Acts 4:12 WEB.
Amen.
Stay strong as you look to the promises of God and refuse to be discouraged by Satan's attacks. 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.
