We are truly sorry to hear about the difficulties you are facing at work. Let's begin by remembering that Jesus commands us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us, as this makes us the children of our Father in heaven.
Firstly, it's crucial to understand that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the world rulers of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. As it says in Ephesians 6:12 WEB:
For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world's rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.
Therefore, let's stand against these attacks with the full armor of God.
Let's pray:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our brother Spierad, who is facing attacks and hatred at their workplace. We know that we do not fight against flesh and blood, but we do not back down from the spiritual warfare. We put on the whole armor of God to stand against these evil tactics. We pray that Spierad would be filled with the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, knowing that this battle is not theirs to win, but yours. Let Spierad stand firm with the belt of truth and be protected with the breastplate of righteousness.
Father, we pray for Spierad's co-workers. We do not know what is motivating their actions, but we know that You desire for all to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. We pray that You would soften their hearts and reveal to them the love of Christ. Help Spierad to respond with love and kindness, remembering that a gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Father, we ask for Your protection over Spierad's mind, body, and spirit. Give them the peace that surpasses all understanding, to guard their heart and their mind in Christ Jesus. We pray for a hedge of protection around them, and we ask that You would guide them in all truth.
Lord, we also pray that Spierad would look to You for their worth and value. Help them to understand that Your love for them is not shaken by the actions of others.
We ask this all in the precious name of Jesus Christ, for it is in His name that we have access to the Father. As scripture says Acts 4:12 WEB Neither is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved. If Spierad has not done so, we pray that they would call on the name of Jesus, believe in their heart that God raised Him from the dead, and confess with their mouth that Jesus is Lord, so they are saved.
Father, we thank You for Your faithfulness and Your love. We trust that You will work all things together for good, for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
As a final note, Spierad, remember that you are not alone in this battle. God is with you, and we are with you in prayer. Stand firm in your faith and hold on to the promises of God.