Sometimes in services we have to deal with witches and witchcraft that has been sent against us. I'm going to give you a quick check list of things to be aware of and give you some ideas of what to pray. This is not an exhaustive list by any means, just some things that I have learned along the way.
When you walk into a service and feel restless ask the Lord what's going on. Don't assume it's you unless you have been struggling with something previously.
If you get the sense that the worship is going nowhere ask Holy Spirit what's going on. Many times the enemy will come in between services and lay down curses and try to put a fog over the building so that the people can't ascend in worship. John 4:23, 3John 2, Eph. 2:6, 10, Psalm 100:6, Jer. 1:10 are good scripture declarations.
If you notice that there is hurt or offense over petty things where you KNOW you have lots of love for these people, start asking the Lord questions. Psalm 119:165 is your defense. Because we love his word nothing can cause us to stumble or take offense. Also, we lay down our lives for the brethren, God's love is shed abroad in our hearts by Holy Spirit. Let not the pride of our hearts deceive us Lord. (1John 3:16, Rom 5:5, Obad. 1:3)
If you notice lots of distracting things going on ask Holy Spirit what to pray and then obey quickly. Sometimes it's a spirit wanting to disrupt the service and sometimes it's a legitimate need that requires help or assistance.
If you notice people falling asleep during the service it could be a spirit of stupor coming over the people so they don't receive the word of God. You can come against that in the spirit by praying for alertness, that Holy Spirit would wake them up, etc., etc. The words you declare have power especially when you use the word of God and plead the blood of Jesus.
If you ever see a leader, start to stumble while they are sharing, start praying in tongues. Sometimes a curse sent at a leader will bring confusion to the mind and they need support. Another thing that I have experienced is a physical attack where you are so tired and exhausted that you just want to go home. Prayer support is required because God has promised to arm us with His strength and power and to make our way perfect. (2Sam. 22:33)
The biggest thing I have learned over the years is to be alert. When I am too comfortable the enemy can sneak in and wreck havoc in a service. We must be alert and on guard. Our leaders, especially the speaker and worship team need our protection.
I hope this helps you to be more aware of how important you are in a service. God bless you as you grow into His likeness! (Rom. 8:29)
Big hugs,
Brenda Gale Thompson
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