How to Pray When Under Spiritual Attack: in 10 Steps -

Spiritual attacks are real, but whining about it won’t save you. You might be overwhelmed, feeling like the universe has turned against you. But let’s get one thing straight: playing the victim card only digs you deeper into the hole. I’ve been there—blaming the devil, blaming circumstances, and even blaming God for my mess. But the hard truth hit me like a slap in the face: I had dropped my spiritual guard. When things started to crumble—my relationships, finances, and health—it was because I wasn’t praying with purpose. I was using prayer as a crutch, not a weapon. If you’re under attack, stop asking, “Why me?” and start asking, “What do I need to do differently?”

2. Drop the Fluffy Prayers

Forget the flowery language and polished church speak. When the enemy is knocking down your door, you don’t have time for rehearsed, polite prayers. It took me losing almost everything to realize this. I remember a time when I was clinging to scripted prayers because they felt safe. I was reciting verses, thinking that alone would save me. One night, everything came crashing down. I couldn’t fake it anymore—I threw out the script and let out a raw, guttural cry to God. It wasn’t pretty, but it was the first time I felt heard. If you’re going to pray, pray like your life depends on it. Speak the truth of your pain, your fears, your anger. God doesn’t need pretty words; He needs your honesty.

3. Own Your Weakness

We live in a culture that loves to shift the blame. It’s easier to point fingers at external forces than to look in the mirror. I did this for years, blaming the devil for every setback, failure, and heartbreak. But when I took a step back and really examined my life, I saw the cracks I’d been ignoring—my procrastination, my self-doubt, my fear of stepping out of my comfort zone. Anthony de Mello once said, “Awareness is the key.” I wasn’t aware of my own weaknesses, and that’s exactly where the attacks hit hardest. The enemy will exploit your blind spots, the areas you refuse to acknowledge. Own your flaws, bring them into the light, and you take away the power they have over you.

4. Get Angry, But Channel It Right

Anger is a powerful emotion. It can be destructive, yes, but it can also be a tool if you learn to channel it. I used to let anger consume me. When things went wrong, I would spiral into a fit of rage—yelling, slamming doors, and blaming everyone but myself. One night, I felt this overwhelming urge to smash something. My life was in shambles, and I was furious. But in that moment of near-destruction, I realized I was wasting energy. I dropped to my knees, fists clenched, and prayed with a focus I’d never felt before. That anger wasn’t directed at God; it was directed at the situation, the attack, and my own weaknesses. I turned it into a fierce, determined prayer. Don’t let your anger destroy you—use it to fuel your fight.

5. Stop Waiting for a Miracle

I wasted years sitting around, waiting for a miracle. I kept expecting God to swoop in and save me like a divine superhero. I prayed and then waited, as if I had punched in a ticket and was just biding time for my turn. But miracles don’t work that way. They don’t come to those who sit passively on the sidelines of life. I learned that the hard way, after losing everything I thought I deserved. God doesn’t hand out purpose or success just because you want it. You have to earn it through consistent, disciplined action. Stop waiting for the universe to give you a sign and start creating your own purpose. Miracles happen when your prayer life aligns with your actions.

6. Fast for Clarity and Strength

Fasting isn’t just some ancient ritual reserved for religious fanatics. It’s a spiritual weapon, and it’s one I never intended to use—until life forced me into it. There was a time when I hit rock bottom financially. I didn’t have food on the table. What started as a forced fast turned into a powerful spiritual practice. By the second day, I felt weak, my body craving sustenance. But by the third day, the fog in my mind lifted, and for the first time in months, I could see clearly. Fasting isn’t about punishing yourself; it’s about creating space for clarity, about stripping away the noise. Jesus fasted for 40 days in the wilderness. If He could do it, so can you. It’s a discipline that forces you to confront what’s truly important and tune into the divine current.

7. Surround Yourself with Spiritual Warriors

You are the company you keep. I used to surround myself with people who validated my excuses, who made me feel comfortable in my complacency. They didn’t challenge me or push me—they comforted me, which only made things worse. It wasn’t until I found a group of spiritual warriors that my life began to change. These were people who didn’t coddle me; they held me accountable. They prayed with me, pushed me, and told me the hard truths I needed to hear. You need people who will stand with you in the storm, not just tell you it’s going to be okay. You need warriors by your side who will fight with you and for you.

8. Pray with Authority

For most of my life, I prayed like I was begging for scraps, like I had to convince God to care. It wasn’t until I understood what it meant to pray with authority that I saw real change. I remember a pivotal moment when I was on my knees, pleading with God like a desperate child. Then it hit me: I wasn’t a beggar—I was a child of God, given authority through faith. I stood up, wiped my tears, and began to speak with confidence. I wasn’t asking anymore; I was declaring. When you pray with authority, you align yourself with the divine current of power. It’s not arrogance; it’s stepping into the role you were meant to play. Eckhart Tolle talks about being fully present in the POWER of NOW, connected to the source. That’s what it means to pray with authority—you tap into that connection.

9. Sacrifice Comfort for Growth

Comfort was my downfall. I clung to it because it was familiar, because it felt safe. But comfort is the enemy of growth. I had to lose everything I thought I needed before I realized this. My comfortable, predictable life was shattered, and in the chaos, I found strength I didn’t know I had. Growth isn’t found in your comfort zone; it’s found when you’re stretched to your limits, when you sacrifice sleep for late-night prayers or comfort for fasting. If you want real change, be prepared to give up what’s holding you back. The sacrifices I made were painful, but they were necessary. And the growth I experienced was worth every bit of discomfort.

10. Align with the Flow: God as the Guiding Current

Here’s the deeper truth: God isn’t a distant being handing out favors. God is the intangible current running through everything, the powerful energy that sustains all life. When you align yourself with this current through prayer and discipline, you move with the flow of divine purpose. But try to swim against it, and you’ll suffer. The struggle, the resistance—it’s often a sign you’re out of alignment. Spiritual attack feels like you’re fighting the tide because you are. Stop resisting and surrender to the flow. When you do, you’ll feel the shift. You’ll glide instead of struggle, move with purpose instead of flailing aimlessly. True strength comes not from forcing your way but from aligning with God’s way.

This isn’t just another article—it’s a call to arms. It’s my story, it’s your story, it’s the hard truth we all need to face. Spiritual attacks are real, but so is the power you hold when you pray with discipline, when you sacrifice comfort, and when you align yourself with the divine current. It’s time to stop making excuses, step up, and fight like your life depends on it—because it does

Stay well until next time

At your service,

Mani