When the Devil Can’t Get to You, He’ll Go After Them

If the enemy can’t get to you, he’ll aim his attacks at those closest to you - your children, your spouse, your parents, your siblings, even those friends who are like family to you. We live in a wicked generation, where demonic influence moves subtly through media, relationships, and culture. And while worry may keep you up at night, it will never protect the ones you love. Only prayer can do that.

The Bible says in 1 John 5:14 (NLT), “And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him.” 

When you pray in alignment with God’s Word, heaven backs your request with divine power. If God promised it, you can pray it. If God wills it, you can believe for it. God wills that your loved ones would be surrounded by godly influence; thus, you can pray for such.

“Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. 2 But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night.” - Psalm 1:1-2 (NLT)

One of the most vital prayers you can pray on behalf of your loved ones right now is for the removal of ungodly influences. This world speaks with many voices; some enticing, some deceiving, all competing for the heart. Psalm 1:1-3 paints the picture: the blessed man does not “follow the advice of the wicked” but delights in the Lord’s Word and prospers in all he does. Your intercession can redirect paths, close wrong doors, and open divine appointments. 

A single Spirit-led prayer can prevent a harmful meeting or delay a destructive decision. You can’t always be with them. You can’t always protect them. But you can always pray. And when you pray God’s will, you surrender them to God’s care. Prayers cancel the plans of Hell.

For more about this topic, watch “7 Prayers You Need to Begin Praying Over Your Family Right Now,” on YouTube by clicking here.

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