Today, Lord, I declare the devil and his demons to be liars. I agree with your Word and the fact that you are in me and that you are greater than my opponent who seeks to conquer the world via the power of your beautiful name and blood. My secret weapons, Lord, are you, your Word, and prayer. I belong to you, and it gives me a strong sense of God's assurance. I want to put on the spiritual armor you provide me with on a regular basis. Assist me in using it to guard others from Satan's scorching darts. Nothing or no one can take me away from your grip.
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Lord, strengthen my trust. Please forgive my sins so that I may be pure in your sight. Make me brave so that I can face and overcome the spiritual struggles that I and our world face. So that I don't get caught off guard, please give me your wisdom and judgment. We'll win together, Lord, because you've already won.
By Mark Bubeck
Father in Heaven, In front of You, I bow in worship and praise. During this moment of prayer, I cover myself in the blood of the Lord Jesus Christ for protection. In every area of my life, I entirely and unconditionally give myself to You. I take a stance against all Satan's schemes that would obstruct my prayer, and I exclusively pray to the true and living God, refusing to allow Satan to interfere with my prayer.
I adore You and worship You, Heavenly Father. I acknowledge that You are deserving of all glory, honor, and praise. I pledge my loyalty to You once more, and I ask that the Holy Spirit would guide me in this time of prayer. I am grateful to You, almighty Father, for loving me from the beginning and sending the Lord Jesus Christ into the world to die as my substitution so that I might be redeemed. I am grateful that the Lord Jesus Christ came to represent me, and that You have forgiven me entirely; You have given me eternal life; You have given me the perfect righteousness of the Lord Jesus Christ, and I am now justified. I am grateful that You have made me full in Him, and that You have volunteered to be my daily support and strength through Him.
Come and open my eyes, Heavenly Father, so that I may see how wonderful You are and how full Your provision is for this new day. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, I take my place in the heavenlies alongside Christ, with all principalities and powers (dark spirits and evil spirits) under my feet. I am grateful for the victory that the Lord Jesus Christ won for me on the cross and in His resurrection, and that I am seated with the Lord Jesus Christ in the heavenlies; therefore, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, I declare that all principalities and powers, as well as all wicked spirits, are subject to me.
I'm grateful for the armor You've given me, and I've donned the girdle of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the sandals of peace, and the helmet of salvation. I raise my faith shield against all the enemy's fiery darts, and I take the sword of the spirit, the Word of God, in my hand, and wield Your Word against all the forces of evil in my life; and I put on this armor and live and pray in complete dependence on You, dear Holy Spirit.
I thank you, almighty Father, that the Lord Jesus Christ ruined all principalities and powers, making a public spectacle of them and triumphing over them in Himself. Today, I claim all of that victory for my life. All of Satan's insinuations, accusations, and temptations are rejected from my life. I declare that God's Word is true, and I choose to live today in accordance with it. I choose to live in obedience to You and friendship with You, heavenly Father. Open my eyes and show me the areas of my life where You would be dissatisfied. Work in my life so that Satan doesn't have a stronghold against me. Show me any flaws you have. Show me any aspect of my life where I need to improve in order to please You. Today, I stand for You and the Holy Spirit's work in my life in every way.
I throw off the old man and stand in all the victory of the crucifixion, where the Lord Jesus Christ offered cleansing from the old nature, by faith and in dependence on You. I put on the new man and take up all of the victory of the resurrection, as well as the provision He has created for me to live a life free of sin. As a result, I am putting off the old nature with its selfishness today and putting on the new nature with its love. I removed the old nature's fear and replaced it with the new nature's courage. I removed the old nature's flaws and replaced them with the new nature's strength. Today, I threw off my old nature with all of its deceptive lusts and put on my new nature with all of its righteousness and purity.
In every way, I claim my place in Christ, victorious with Him over all the enemies of my soul, in the victory of the ascension and glorification of the Son of God, where all principalities and powers were brought subordinate to Him. I ask that You, Holy Spirit, would fill me. Come into my life and demolish every idol and expel every opponent.
I am grateful, heavenly Father, for the way You have revealed Your will for my everyday life in Your Word. As a result, I claim all of God's will for today. I am grateful for all spiritual blessings in heavenly realms that You have bestowed upon me through Christ Jesus.
I am grateful that by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the grave, You have given me a live hope. I am grateful that You have provided a way for me to live today full with the Spirit of God, filled with love, joy, and self-control. And I understand that this is Your will for me, and I reject and resist Satan's and his demons' attempts to deprive me of God's will.
I refuse to believe my feelings today, and I raise the shield of faith against all the accusations and insinuations that Satan would want to instill in my mind. For today, I claim the entirety of God's will.
I entirely give myself to You, heavenly Father, as a living sacrifice, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. I've made the decision not to adhere to this world's expectations. I choose to be transformed by the renewing of my mind, and I hope that You will reveal Your will to me today and empower me to walk in all of God's will.
I am grateful, dear Father, that the weapons of our struggle are not carnal, but mighty through God in tearing down strongholds, throwing down imaginations, and bringing every thought into obedience to the Lord Jesus Christ. As a result, in my own life today, I am tearing down Satan's strongholds and smashing Satan's plots that have been constructed against me. I break down Satan's mental fortifications and surrender my thoughts to You, precious Holy Spirit. I declare, almighty Father, that You have not given us the spirit of fear, but rather the spirit of power, love, and wisdom. Today, I destroy and smash Satan's strongholds built against my emotions, and I surrender my emotions to You. Today, I demolish the strongholds that Satan has built against my will, and I surrender my will to You, choosing to make the correct decisions of faith. Today, I crush the strongholds that Satan has built against my body, and I surrender my body to You, acknowledging that I am Your temple; and I delight in Your kindness and goodness.
Heavenly Father, I pray that You would quicken me today and show me how Satan is obstructing, enticing, lying, counterfeiting, and distorting the truth in my life. Allow me to be the type of person that pleases You. Allow me to be assertive in my prayer. Allow me to be mentally combative, to think Your thoughts and to give You Your rightful place in my life.
I now cover myself in the blood of the Lord Jesus Christ and pray that You, precious Holy Spirit, would bring all the work of the crucifixion, resurrection, glory, and Pentecost into my life today. I give myself over to You. I'm not going to give up. You are the all-hopeful God. You have demonstrated Your strength by raising Jesus Christ from the dead, and I claim Your triumph in every way over all evil powers working in my life, which I reject, and I pray in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ with gratitude.
How do you pray against strongholds?
The Spirit of God desires each of you to break free from any demonic strongholds that are holding you hostage.
They talk about weaponry, strongholds, high things, and capturing people.
  I believe it would be beneficial to think about the metaphor's metaphorical element a little further.
          &nbs The LORD is a stronghold in times of adversity for the oppressed.
In the history of Israel's conflicts, you can learn about the strategic value of strongholds.
  My family and I went to a place named Latrun in Israel a year ago.
  It is located just off the main highway leading up to Jerusalem from Tel Aviv and the airport.
That was the issue with this location: it was a fortress right on the main roadway.
  When the War of Independence broke out, the Arab Legion held the bastion of Latrun.
  They could pick off the caravans delivering supplies up to the Jews in Jerusalem from this vantage point.
This was a stronghold that had to be conquered!
It had a suffocating grip over Jerusalem!
  The fledgling Israeli Defense Forces attempted to take it five times in five different ways.
  The Arab Legion, the best British-trained warriors on the Arab side, has proven themselves time and time again.
  As a result, the Israelis construct a “Burma Road” around the stronghold, traversing tough terrain.
  Until 1967, the Arabs controlled this fortification, which was located just five kilometers from Ben-Gurion Airport.
  Nasser dispatched Egyptian troops to Jordanian garrisons shortly before the 1967 conflict.
  Featuring an impressive exhibition of Israeli army tanks that were purchased, manufactured, or captured.
  For the past two decades, that location has posed a threat to our people's safety in the heart of the country.
  How long has a stronghold in the center of your mental life jeopardized your security?
Is it possible?
Hey, David conquered Jerusalem and established it as his capital!
  Joab unlocked the citadel's gates by breaking through a tunnel that led to a spring.
“Even if Babylon climbs the sky and fortifies her lofty stronghold,” Jer 51:53 declares.
  As a result, he dispatched Cyrus and the Medo-Persians to capture the citadel.
  by diverting the city's river and marching in on the riverbank!
God knows everything there is to know about strongholds and how to take them down, and he'll show you how.
Do you ever want to quit up when you come up against a stronghold in your life?
Individuals who are eager to battle, people with courage, are the ones who capture strongholds!
  God will assist you if you ask for it. The Bible and the Holy Spirit will show you how. Amen?
One thing to remember about a stronghold is that it is a location, not a person.
The mind is the castle of the soul, and Satan and his henchmen aim to capture people's minds.
  However, mental fortresses can be disguised; wicked things lurk in the shadows.
“Have nothing to do with the unproductive deeds of darkness,” Ephesians 5:11 exhorts us.
  If you wish to allow God's light shine on the darkness, you must have a humble attitude.
“Test me, O LORD, and try me, probe my heart and my intellect,” David begged in Ps 26:2.
  If you don't want God to disclose any strongholds in your life, don't do it.
  Satan's armor is pride, which he uses to conceal demonic strongholds.
  Pride prevents individuals from seeing they are enslaved by evil forces.
After you've identified the stronghold, repentance is the next stage in bringing it down.
  Honesty before God is the best policy, and humbly allowing the Spirit to reveal the stronghold in the darkness is the best policy.
  You might need to put a stop to the tiny lawyer who emerges from a dark part of your mind.
  A frontal assault on a stronghold doesn't always appear to work. So, what are your options?
  With a frontal attack, Jewish warriors attempted to take the Old City of Jerusalem.
 However, as soon as they reached the Old City's gates, they were forced back.
  From the east, I've seen a photo of Israeli generals looking down on the Old City!
  They were able to cut off supplies and reinforcements after encircling the city.
  When the Jordanian general in the Old City discovered he was being pursued, he retreated.
“Resistance is pointless,” he knew, so he cut his losses and fled the city.
  After that, the Israelis were able to enter the city with little resistance.
  What was the game plan? March for seven days around the city, then blow your trumpets!
  As a result, they cut the city off from its supplies and the domain of darkness.
  What do you do when you're surrounded by a stronghold of negative thinking and awful old speculations?
How about some compliments?
    Psalms 32:7 “You are my safe haven; you will keep me safe from harm and surround me.”
  Praise God by singing psalms and spiritual hymns around the fortress.
There is a powerful approach to surround every bad stronghold with God's contrary truth.
  Surround yourself with hope if you're battling with a stronghold of depression.
  If you're having trouble with a stronghold of rejection, surround it with Abba's acceptance.
  If you're having trouble dealing with unresolved anger, try surrounding it with forgiveness.
  If you're fighting a fearful stronghold, surround it with the truth of God's love.
  If you're fighting a failing fortress, surround it with the triumph of the resurrection!
  Once you've recognized a stronghold, go to the Bible and look up the contrary truth that God has revealed.
  If rejection is your stronghold, read everything the Bible says about God's acceptance.
  With God's word, his resistance will swiftly wane, and if he isn't already gone, he will be soon!
  (If you can think of any area of chronic sin that is exacerbated by negative thinking, let me know.)
  Please forgive me for making a compromise. Give me the guts to demolish every stronghold I own.
  I bind any evil forces in my life that were encouraging compromise and sin.
  I submit to the light of the Spirit of Truth in order for any sin strongholds in me to be exposed.
  I declare that every evil stronghold is being demolished by the tremendous weapons of the Spirit and the Word!
  I intend to envelop this demonic stronghold in praise and affirming truth from God's Word.
  My goal is to capture every negative thought pattern and bring it to Messiah's obedience.
  By God's grace, I intend to persevere until even the remnants of this stronghold are destroyed.
  My intention is to think on what is real, noble, right, and pure.
  whatsoever is gorgeous, admirable, excellent, or praiseworthy
  I intend, by God's grace, to construct one fortress within my mind and heart:
“The LORD's name is a sturdy tower; the righteous will go to it for safety.”
What is the reason for spiritual warfare?
Spiritual warfare is the Christian concept of combating supernatural evil powers at work. It is founded on the biblical belief in evil spirits, often known as demons, who are thought to meddle in human affairs in a variety of ways. Although neo-charismatic churches emphasize spiritual warfare, other Christian denominations and groups have adopted behaviors based on spiritual warfare notions, with Christian demonology frequently playing a crucial role in these practices and beliefs.
Prayer is one of the most prevalent forms of “spiritual warfare” used by these Christians. Exorcism, the laying on of hands, fasting with prayer, praise and worship, and anointing with oil are examples of other practices.
How do you pray for protection from evil?
As I begin this day, I pray for Your protection. You are my safe haven, and I can always find sanctuary under Your wings. Keep me safe from harm wherever I go, and keep evil at bay. I shall look to You as my Protector, the one who battles for me every day, no matter where I am.
Your love and constancy, as well as Your goodness and mercy, surround me on a daily basis, so I will not be afraid of anything. God, I put my trust in You and thank You for Your kindness and protection.
How do you pray against the enemy?
I command the storm of destruction to gather upon every satanic power that is against my health IN THE MIGHTY NAME OF JESUS! I decree and declare great casualty upon witches and wizards operating in my neighborhood, the judgment of God shall torment the powers of darkness working against me both at night and in the morning, the night shall carry terror and anger against all satanic powers that are standing against me, the night shall carry terror and anger against all satanic powers that
RIGHT NOW, IN THE NAME OF JESUS, my prayers have become earthquakes and storms in the devil's camp that is against my life; the Lord shall gather his armor against powers that are against my intellectual growth; all sickness in my life, known or unknown, receives heavenly storm; all conspiracy against any part of my body receives destruction now!
I order the deep wells inside me to be freed and broken forth in the name of JESUS!
What are some examples of strongholds?
Anything that has power over you is a spiritual stronghold. In a perfect world, it would be Jesus. However, we will all face strongholds that are fleshly wants throughout our lives.
The word “stronghold” appears in 2 Corinthians, when Paul is discussing spiritual battle.
The Greek word for fortress is ochyrma, which means “prison” in this context.
A spiritual stronghold is more than just sin; it's a form of enslavement. In this perspective, a stronghold is a natural urge in us that Satan twists to give sin authority over us.
Our spiritual strongholds are frequently kept hidden. As a result, the enemy exploits our stronghold and the secrecy surrounding it to instill dread and shame in us.
Our strongholds are frequently disguised as something beneficial, so we may not even realize what the enemy is up to. It could be something you don't trust God with or a goal you're trying to achieve on your own.
Examples of Strongholds
- Bitterness or a refusal to forgive. You contemplate vengeance or harbor animosity toward another. You're frequently enraged and bitter.
- Fear and obsessive worry. Worrying so much about your children, future, or finances that it takes away your joy.
- Addiction encompasses a wide range of behaviors, from substance abuse to being addicted to attention or praise.
- Despair, a whiny attitude, or a lack of confidence keep you from living for God.
How do you pray for victory and protection?
When adversity comes our way, it's all too simple to go in the wrong direction. Here are some excellent prayers to assist you in getting through difficult situations.
Father in Heaven, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are my protection; I seek refuge in you every day of my life, and I am safe. Even though the enemy attacks in waves, Lord, you have established a standard in my life, and I am always triumphant. I pray to you, Lord, since you are deserving of all glory, because you have saved me. I'm calling out to you in my sorrow because I know this isn't my struggle to fight; it's yours. Reach down from on high and pull me out of this quagmire. Thunder from the skies, unleash your arrows and annihilate my foes. Assist me in walking in victory. I believe and pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
Thank you, Lord, for dying for me on the cross. I have been set free from the enemy's grip thanks to your noble sacrifice. Despite the fact that I am broken and shattered on the inside, I remain steadfast in the completion you have given me, and I declare and decree that nothing will be able to bring me down. I've chosen to walk in triumph because you've placed me on solid ground. The devil has no power over me because I was purchased for a price. I shall achieve the goals that God has set for me. Amen, in Jesus' name.
Father, this is a difficult time for me. Because my opponents appear to be stronger than me, I sometimes feel like giving up. But, according to your word, he who is in me is greater than he who is in the world. Nothing is too difficult for you to handle. Remind me of how great you are, my God, when the storm seems so severe. Remind me that the opponent is simply a created being when he floods my head with scary notions. Fill me with courage so that I can stand and walk triumphantly. Fill my heart with hope so that I might rise and hold fast to your promises. I pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
Dear God, please cleanse me of anything that prevents me from walking in victory. Fill me with joy and tranquility. Recharge my batteries so I can sow like an eagle. May I run without being tired, and may I walk in your paths without tripping. Help me to face life's obstacles with confidence, knowing that I am more than a conqueror in Christ Jesus. Keep my lamp lit so that I can transform my darkness into light. Your methods are perfect, and your word is without flaw. I adore and respect you. I believe and pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
Life is becoming terrible, glorious God. My adversaries are envious of me. Please, Heavenly Father, don't make me feel humiliated. Ascend to your throne and annihilate all of my soul's foes. Help me to walk in the perfection that comes from Christ by giving me strength. I'm standing solid in the victory shield you've given me. I command my adversaries to flee in the direction you have given me, using the authority you have given me. In the name of Jesus, I declare uncertainty in their camp. I give you praise because you are the God who avenges me. I believe and pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
You have carried me out of the darkness into the light, Lord Jesus. You have given me a new lease on life. Because you came to release the prisoners, I declare and decree that every chain in my life has been broken. I am no longer enslaved by the enemy's lies. I am unaffected by the dominion of darkness. Even if you plot evil against me and invent wicked schemes, you will fail because Jesus defeated you at the cross by disarming you and making you a public display. From here on, I will be marching in victory. I pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
How can you make it possible to pray together?
“Speak only what is beneficial in edifying others according to their needs, so that those who listen can profit.” 4:29 (Ephesians) (NIV)
“Again, I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything they ask, my Father in heaven will do it for them.”
For where two or three get together in my name, I am present.”
19-20 in Matthew 18:19-20 in Matthew 18:19-20 in Matthew 18:19
It's a well-known fact that Christian couples find it difficult to pray together.
“The couple who prays together stays together,” it's been stated. and the evidence shows that this is overwhelmingly accurate. Couples who pray together develop their relationships and their intimacy with God and with their spouses. Why don't you join them?
- Invite your spouse to join you in prayer: Be sympathetic to your spouse's emotions of spiritual inadequacy. Share with him or her that he or she is not required to lead the process or even pray aloud. “You can simply take my hand in yours and pray silently with me,” is a nice place to begin.
- Decide on a time and location: The “when and where?” question is the first step in establishing a habit. When will we be able to connect without interruption? Is there a quiet place where we can pray? To overcome any aversions to praying together, it would be helpful to set aside some time.
- Make a list of issues you'd want to pray for as a family: Begin with demands that are personal to you, your spouse, your children, and your family. The more closely the issues are related, the more invested you will be in the process.
- Pray in a conversational style, which some refer to as “ping pong praying.”
- You each offer short sentence prayers for the first request before moving on to the next on your list.
- This strategy keeps your thoughts from straying and your time moving.
- “Please help Bart to recognize his need to soften his heart and let me do what I want to do…” is not going to encourage Bart's continuing participation!
- If you miss a day, don't give up: consistency will come with time.
- Relax and don't be discouraged by the enemy.
- Allow your partner to remind you that it is time to pray at any time.
- Assume joint leadership responsibilities for this process.
Take a moment to pray and ask the Lord to help you overcome your concerns and anxiety as you work through this list.
How can you make it possible to pray together practical ways?
When you're separated, try praying for each other at a specific time each day or scheduling a “prayer date” in a location that is special to both of you. Make a vow to grow together in prayer, and ask God to show you how. Praying together protects marriages by grounding them on God's strength and the Bible.