We understand that you're dealing with a complex situation involving deception, manipulation, and spiritual warfare. Let's address this step by step, keeping in mind the biblical principles that guide us.
Firstly, it's crucial to recognize that the behavior you're describing is indeed contrary to God's will. The Bible tells us to put away falsehood and speak the truth, for we are all members of one body. Ephesians 4:25 WEB: Therefore, putting away falsehood, speak truth each one with his neighbor. For we are members of one another. Lying, deceit, and manipulation are tools of the enemy, not characteristics of a child of God.
The situation you're describing, where someone is pretending to be someone else for personal gain, is a form of deceit and manipulation. This is similar to the biblical account of Jacob deceiving his father Isaac to steal Esau's blessing. Genesis 27:19 WEB: Jacob said to his father, I am Esau your firstborn. I have done what you asked me to do. Please arise, sit and eat of my venison, that your soul may bless me. Such behavior is not endorsed by God and can lead to significant consequences.
Moreover, the actions of causing chaos, anxiety, and division among neighbors and even in the church are condemned in the Bible. Romans 16:17 WEB: Now I beg you, brothers, look out for those who are causing the divisions and occasions of stumbling, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and turn away from them. Proverbs 6:19 WEB: ...a false witness who pours out lies, and one who sows discord among brothers.
Gossip and meddling are also addressed in the Bible. Proverbs 11:13 WEB: Someone who goes about as a tale-bearer reveals secrets, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit conceals a matter. 1 Thessalonians 4:11 WEB: ...make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands...
The spirit of rebellion against God is a serious matter. 1 Samuel 15:23 WEB: For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as idolatry and teraphim. Because you have rejected Yahweh's word, he has also rejected you from being king.
Regarding the imposter syndrome and the anxiety it causes, remember that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7 WEB: For God didnt give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
In dealing with this situation, it's important to pray for discernment and wisdom. Colossians 1:9 WEB: For this cause, we also, since the day we heard this, dont cease praying and making requests for you, that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding.
Let's pray:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this situation to you. We pray for the individual causing these issues, that they would be convicted of their sins and turn to you. We pray that you would expose their deceit and manipulation, and protect those who are being affected by their actions. We pray for a spirit of unity and peace in the neighborhood and church, and that any divisions would be healed. We pray for a spirit of wisdom and discernment for those dealing with this situation, and that they would know how to act according to your will. We pray that you would replace any spirit of fear and anxiety with a spirit of power, love, and self-control. We ask this all in Jesus' name.