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Satan Defeated by Love: An Intercessor’s Testimony
This is the story of an intercessor who grew up in a home with great evil, but saw the power greater than the devil himself. This is a story of the supernatural power of God overcoming the powers of darkness but to believe in the supernatural power of God.
The Bible says in Revelation 12:11, “They overcame him (Satan) by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.” We know that Jesus Christ is the victorious one, the champion of our faith. He overcame death, hell, and the world (see John 16:33). Nothing can or will ever be added to the cross. We overcome by the word of our testimony. Texas State Prayer Leader Donna is living proof.
When we have our times of weekly prayer with IFA Texas, Donna boldly decrees God’s Word. She takes the lead when we mention demonic powers at work in our nation or witches casting spells. Often, she will laugh at the schemes of the enemy. She says, “We will not fear or give him more attention than he deserves. We are going to take authority.” Because she has faced and lived through the darkness and been delivered and preserved by God, He has given her the courage to confront it.
Many people wrongly believe Christian homes are free of conflicts. This is rarely the case. Donna’s home was a mixture of light and darkness. Her maternal side had a godly lineage, as her great-grandfather was a Revivalist, Pastor, and church planter. He even hosted the ministry of Evangelist Smith Wigglesworth at his church. Her great-grandfather was known for his Christ-like ministry, accompanied by signs, wonders, and miracles, with authority over the devil.
Donna’s father was raised religiously; however, he suffered physically and emotionally at the hands of his grandparents and wicked aunt. Because his father became wounded and shell-shocked mentally during WWII, he could no longer care for his children who had to live with their grandparents and aunt in a cruel and abusive environment. The grandparents and aunt made it impossible for the children to have a relationship with their mother.
Religion in the household benefitted the adults and harmed the children in the name of God. The children were forced to follow religious rules, work to produce tithes, and were punished more severely and cruelly than all the other children in the household. Because of this, Donna’s father had great resentment toward God, Jesus, church, and religion. All the pain and rejection led him down a very dark and hateful path. He developed a deep-seated hatred of God. All the pain and rejection led him down a very dark and hateful path.
Donna’s mother, on the other hand, was the opposite; even with similar family brokenness, she was raised in a Holy Spirit-filled home where unconditional love was always present. Both of Donna’s parents were raised with the help of grandparents and families, and both households claimed to be God-fearing, yet the families were drastically different. Donna’s mom’s family was how full of love. Her mother often shared about her great-grandfather walking in revival and helping plant churches throughout Arkansas. Her family was part of the early eldership of the Assemblies of God. Donna heard of testimonies like her grandmother’s back being broken as a child and miraculously healed by God.
Donna said, “It felt like such an injustice for mom to be with my dad. It was undeserved. My mother was filled with joy. She was so loving and sweet; everywhere she went, she was such a presence of hope that impacted people. My dad, on the other hand, was full of strife, selfishness, and hatred.”
“I am the youngest of four, but I learned the difference between the two spiritual worlds as a young girl. I watched my father conjure up demons and felt the presence of evil and fear. He was so full of pride (just like the devil) that he refused to sacrifice animals as he felt this was inferior worship to him. He wanted to be (and vowed to be) the vessel; because of this, he had a powerful evil presence that gave him authority.”
Donna recalls her dad liking the power he received from the demonic realm. “There was an authentic presence of evil. There was much spiritual warfare in our home, but one area in our house, close to the dining area, always remained unharmed and untouched by the destructive rages. That one area had a picture of Jesus (later a picture of the rapture) and an Open Bible. My mom would make sure the scriptures were available and the only answer for our daily lives, even when we weren’t sure what kind of day we would have. My mom read the Word. We learned to rely on and pray the Word. It was always about drawing near to Him. He protected us, and he heard our prayers,” she said.
“I found myself amazed by the power the devil gives to people. My dad would do wicked things and never get caught. Traffic stops, DUIs, various arrests for violence, fighting, and domestic abuse, and yet he and the people were let go without warning. We saw people get beat, but nothing happened, even with CPS or government interference. He demanded that his children follow his darkness and taught them wickedness. You were punished or mocked if you didn’t choose to. Even the authorities were too afraid to intervene. The demonic presence was that strong. I wasn’t amazed, that is to say, impressed by the devil’s power or protection, but I wondered why other people would get caught for such things and why some didn’t. I would ask, ‘Why God?’ I realized that the devil does ‘protect’ his people, but they always pay the price for it,” Donna said.
“To show his vow and be fully consumed, my father tattooed a large colored image of Satan that went across his entire chest to his belt area. Those eyes felt like they were staring at you. He was constantly shirtless, and we had to see a picture of Satan daily and throughout all of this violence and abuse. The older we got, the more my mom taught us spiritual principles from the Word of God. We weren’t exempt from violence. Sometimes, we had to escape by crawling out of windows. There were even many near-death experiences, but God blocked every single one and spared our lives. It gave me the confidence to trust God because He is my Father.”
“We were sent to church but were never allowed to be a part of it. We could never make relationships with people in the church, and who could even understand? We knew both spiritual worlds lived at our house. We were allowed to play with cousins or an occasional neighbor. We were not allowed to speak of anything. My mom prayed and stood on God’s promises for her children and husband through all this. She had believed that no power in hell was too great for God. She and her ‘unconditional love’ enabled him in many ways, but I also saw the power of her faith and love. She refused to believe he couldn’t be saved.”
But God
In 1988, when Donna’s son was born, her father unexpectedly showed up at the hospital. Donna had no contact with him and was not expecting to allow him to see his grandson. He was overwhelmed with love for his brand-new grandson and desired to be with family. Something extraordinary happened, and love entered in. It was an astounding transformation by love in their family, brought in through grandchildren. God’s forgiveness and love overcame the evil. Eventually, Donna’s father surrendered his life to Jesus. She saw him break ties with the devil. He renounced his vow with the devil as he burned the “head of Satan” off that tattoo. He was forever altering the devil’s power and face in his life. His hatred, violence, and all the manifested characteristics of Satan were broken. He encountered and embraced the goodness and unconditional love of God.
Donna said, “I believe he saw the love of God and the power of forgiveness through my mother. If it weren’t for my mother’s unconditional love and testimony, he may have never been saved or our family. We saw firsthand the power of God’s love through Jesus, which is much greater than any evil force. The love of God is the most powerful force on earth. Nothing else can melt the hardest of hearts. It draws us to God. When people genuinely encounter the love of God, they no longer want to serve the enemy of their souls.”
“My father was abused and hurt by religion. He was broken and wounded. He had a longing for something only God could fill. This is where the lying devil comes in, and he takes that pain, manipulates it, and offers something in exchange for those who are willing. Because my dad was broken, he tried to break down his own family. But we saw God’s hand of protection over us, and no curse ever touched us. He kept us. I forgave my dad and was blessed to watch God change his heart and become a loving grandfather to his grandchildren until he passed. Only God could do something so great. What the devil meant for evil, God turned for His good. He tried to kill, separate us through strife, and extinguish our souls, but he lost. Our entire family has been born again!”
Intercessor, no matter what we face, victory belongs to Jesus. Donna offers us some advice and encouragement.
Sharpen your sword. Although fiery trials marked Donna’s life, so did the Word of God. They read, studied, prayed, and stood on it regularly. She said the Word was their shield and guard (see 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Proverbs 30:5).
Prayer is powerful. Prayer is our heavenly connection to our Father. Jesus, the Intercessor, tore the veil of separation. Instead of approaching His throne with fear or shame, we can approach Him boldly as sons and daughters. (see Hebrews 4:16, Ephesians 3:20-21, Jeremiah 33:3). When in doubt, pray it out.
You have authority. Everything Jesus did was marked by authority, whether he taught, healed, or cast out demons. He taught his disciples to do the same, evident in the Book of Acts. We are commanded to do so as well. The devil hopes that Christians can remain ignorant. He doesn’t want you to exercise your authority. He’s already a defeated foe. There is power in the name and blood of Jesus. There’s power in the scriptures; even Jesus would say to the devil, ‘It is written.’ The devil may be the god of this world, but the Bible says Jesus is the true ruler of the world, and we are seated in heavenly places with him. (see Ephesians 2:6, John 12:30-31, Colossians 2:13-14).
No one is beyond God’s reach. Donna’s father was abusive and was also a victim of abuse. He didn’t ask for anything he went through as a young boy, but it led him to choose a life of darkness. The love of God drew him to His real Father. Nothing is too hard for God (see Jeremiah 32:27 ). We do not know what is in man’s heart; only God knows. But we are often quick to judge someone we deem sinful. Even the most “wicked sinner” has a story. They, too, were created in the image of God, and Jesus died for them. Which means salvation is available (see 2 Peter 3:9, Hebrews 7:23-24, Romans 10:13).
Donna is a strong leader of IFA Texas. She prays with great authority and compassion. She is moved for those bound by darkness and those in seemingly impossible situations because she has lived them. This is what God does. He gives beauty for ashes! In Donna’s case, she is not afraid of the demonic, having seen it and watched God win.
Your ministry will often come from where you have been restored. You’ve heard the saying, “Hurt people, hurt people.” This is true; until Jesus delivers us, these cycles will repeat themselves. Broken people will break other people, even loved ones. However, healed people want to see others made whole. Delivered people want to see others experience freedom. Saved people want to serve people and see them saved.
Like Donna, your story may have started badly, but the moment you gave your life to Jesus, he took over your story. A prostitute (Rahab) and a woman from a cursed bloodline (Ruth) are both in the genealogy of the Messiah. God rewrote their story. The Bible is filled with imperfect men and women, yet they surrendered their lives to God in obedience, and He used them to fulfill His purpose.
You have probably endured some tough things, perhaps thinking you couldn’t go on, yet you are still here. You were created in God’s image on purpose and with purpose, so live like it. There is breath in your lungs and a beating heart within you. It would be a shame for you to quit. Dare to hope in God again. Pick up your sword, shake off the dust, and get back up.
We are in a moment when we must be about the Father’s business, which will always be soul-winning, and you don’t have to be a pastor to do it. Make the most of every opportunity. You have Jesus Christ, the answer to this world’s hurt, confusion, and evil. You have something even the prophets of old didn’t have: the Spirit that raised Christ from the dead, living in you. Lift your head, child of God, and believe He has given You everything you need and go.
And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns (Philippians 1:6 NLT).
What has God done for you? Let’s encourage one another in the comments.
IFA contributing writer Gloria Robles is a passionate intercessor with a prophetic voice for today. For more from Gloria, go to Spotify or Anchor and listen to her podcast, Something To Share.
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Thank you IFA for sharing this story.
Praise the Lord for the mighty victory!
Thank you, Gloria, for this wonderful testimony about God’s redeeming power!
God is a restorer. Pray for God’s love to transform my family. Thank you!
Wonderful testimony! Ever since I was saved I have always said “His love is the power”. Thank you for sharing!
Hj, I am praying that God will give you the faith to know and expect your prayers to be answered and to thank Him for that as you pray! Give God your concerns and anxiety with prayer, supplication and THANKSGIVING and He has PROMISED to give you His peace in exchange. Philippians 4:6-7
What a beautiful testimony! Donna Philips is definatly a mighty warrior; having lived through this war between good & evil, born for such a time as this, & raised with personal experience has given her a unique position to lead us in intercession for Texas, especially in the supernatural unseen realm. We are blessed to have her lead us in prayer.
Thanks so much for sharing this. I went through a lot growing up and beyond. I was adopted and my family was hostile to me. I didn’t figure it out till my adopted mother died only a few years ago. It gives me such hope to read your story. Please pray for me and my family. Thank you.
Gloria thank you for this account of a very honest story. The first thing that came to mind- reading it ..is how different everyone’s story is. The second thing is- in reference to your observation about people being misinformed, about how people’s lives are supposed to be as Christians, according to what people think about that.
I found out in 2007 when I was 53 that I had been sexually abused in between the ages of three and four by my dad’s first wife-, which would be my biological mom. He never told me about it for whatever reason, that his thinking was. So I did not know what I was dealing with. I was in recovery groups for that subject matter only because I knew I needed it to get that (resulting behaviors) out of my life.. and such as it was.. recovery groups provide some accountability and some maintenance in terms of one’s thinking.. but because of the generational nature of the behavior being handed down there is a curse involved as I have found out since-, and demonic attachment as well. I figured this out by reading a booklet by Derek Prince that Judy McDonough sent me was shipped to me December of 2021. IFA also sent a very kind and supportive letter from Dave Kubal, as they expressed their sorrow over what had happened to me as a child-, encouraging me that I should have been cherished as a loved Son. But there was no Christian influence in my young life at all. One time when I was about seven or eight my dad said “you can go to church if you want “,..so I went to a Sunday School service on my own. It was a very lonely experience. This is obviously a very long story so I will condense it at this point..by saying it is only been since 2020 going into December of 2021 that I received enough information to start understanding how I need to address this. I also witnessed violence during that same period as a child..watching my dad be physically violent towards his first wife- the same mom I was describing.( when he learned that she had been cheating on him) For anyone who’s interested there is a group called Ace Overcomers. The acronym, Ace -, stands for ..adverse.. childhood..events. The facilitator or leader of that group which is in Merced, California-,is Pastor Dave Lockridge. They do not have online groups. I do not think they are going to, although they have alluded to it. As far as I can tell they have been studying the material that Dave gleaned from two psychologists that wrote foundational material on-, ‘brain plasticity’,..which got quite a bit of media coverage- as I remembered, about 15 years ago.
He wrote a book covering that Foundation material, and as a pastor writing a book he was not originating material.. he was just teaching it. Obviously I could go on and on about this and it is involved.. but as others have stated in this comment thread.. it is encouraging that the article was so honest and that Donna was able to overcome.. greatly-,with at least some presence of Christianity in her Young Life as a child. To me that must have been the Saving Grace that she had that influence. Unfortunately for me and for others who have so many different stories- I have not been able to be an overcome to that extent..but I still love Jesus and I still do my best to try and walk the path of righteousness for his namesake.. the bottom line point for me is because of the spiritual and psychological damage I suffered.. yes when children suffer Adverse Events in their lives.. not just sexual.. any type of abuse or witnessing their parents fight- it causes mental damage.. and many of us.. myself especially.. have basically failed or ruined everything they have put their hand to in their whole life. So it is really hard to put the Christian experience into a cookie cutter shaped box.
Lord help me to persevere and not go weary seeing the goodness of your life having transformed all of humanity and in my experience Western culture as we know it with so many things of your influence that you left for us.. and help me Lord to continue to repent of my imperfections and sin
Hj, I am so grateful that you shared your experience. Please know and be assured you are not alone, even though few may admit it. I pray that you will continue to persevere, and seek the Lord regarding inner healing and deliverance. There has been so much misteaching in this area. As a result, there is a shortage of compassionate, Holy Spirit led and instructed people who do this ministry – or at least there appears to be. My own experience is that they are available, but may not be easy to find. When I recognized my need, and it was confirmed by Holy Spirit – He not only gave me personal instruction regarding my part in how to gain freedom, but He also miraculously led me to couple that were willing to minister to me. He wants you to be free even more than you want to be free, so I encourage you to trust Him.
May Your body, Yeshua, understand that though You redeemed Israel and brought them out of Egypt, they had to engage in battle to claim the land of Canaan. The modern-day example of the pattern You set in dealing with them is that we too must battle to “take possession of the land”. Our promised land is not heaven, for we receive it as a free gift. When we trust You for salvation, Holy Spirit cleanses our spirits and then comes to dwell therein. However, our bodies and souls (minds, wills, emotions) must be transformed – taken possession of. This is often a process – one many believers are not informed about. Please reveal this to Your people. There are so many who yield their lives to You, and yet live in utter defeat because this process is not allowed to proceed or is interrupted. Have mercy, oh, Lord on those who desire to overcome, but don’t know how.
I think I misunderstood Gloria Robles writing about her dad refusing to sacrifice animals. Stupidly I thought she meant he should have, when she obviously meant that while wicked, her father didn’t go that far, though he did not do it because he thought it wrong, but believed it inferior worship of the evil one.
I understood it to mean that he was so proud-, that he thought the attention of worship, should go to himself,.. instead of to Satan- so he would not do the animal sacrifice
What a wonderful Godly mother Donna had as she continually took care of her children and surely constantly praying for them all including a demonic husband. But God is so faithful and saved them all. I have to say that Donna’s mother was a saint and I am sure Donna is also. I pray that we all use the authority that Jesus gave us so freely. It is a rarity in the churches.
50 Amens!!!!..to Godly moms!!
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So thankful for the amazing deliverance and transfer of Donna’s father from the domain of darkness to the Kingdom of Light! And what the enemy intended for evil against Donna, God used for good to make her the powerful intercessor that she is today! Praise God!
Thank you for sharing this story; however, I must confess, the writing lacked some clarity in places and left me a little confused. An example was a quote that said: “I watched my father conjure up demons and felt the presence of evil and fear. He was so full of pride (just like the devil) that he refused to sacrifice animals as he felt this was inferior worship to him” …. this statement left me asking, does Donna really believe that refusing to sacrifice animals makes one full of pride (since we, as believers, know that Jesus’ atonement on the cross ended the need for animal sacrifice)? Perhaps you could clarify ….
What an amazing, incredible testimony! The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of Prophecy!! Glory to God. Gives me hope for my own dysfunctional marriage. One day it will be restored, healed and healthy in Jesus name!!!!
Powerful testimony.. 🙌
You have the overcomers 👑 with jewels for fighting back against high level satanic & loving those persecuting you… especially certain family… & being a sacrifice for loved one’s. You probably have more than 1 crown.
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May God bless & empower you with an even stronger Anointing going forward.. in Jesus name.
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DEAREST GOD:
THANK YOU FOR DLIVERING THIS WONDRFUL PERSON OUT OF THE ABUSE SHE WAS CAST INTO.PLEASE DO THE SAME FOR MANY MANY OTHERSHERE.THERE IS GREAT NEED FORSALVATION AND HELP TO LIVE.THE HOME LESS, THE NOT HOMELESS. WEARE IN NEED DEAR GOD.SEND YOUR ANGELS.
I ASK IN JESUS’ NAME
AMEN
Praise God, All mighty. I really enjoyed reading Donna’s story. I’ve known the power of darkness is very real, However, I’ve always known that Jesus can and will deliver anybody no matter how low in the valley they are. Powerful! Power! Testimony.
Beautiful and encouraging testimony Gloria!!! Reminds us to never stop praying even when it looks hopeless. Thank you for this article.
Thanks Angela, it really inspires me too. I’m inspired by her strength and the power and love of God, which is greater than anything.
Cause for hope and rejoicing!!!
If we, as true born again believers, would only lift our eyes above the “waves” and look directly to Jesus, we could all soar like Eagles. We could rock this world with His mighty power because He is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us. If only we would…
Thank you for sharing articles that exemplify this very POWER that we all have as believers within each and everyone of us.
This story is so encouraging! God is amazing and God of the impossible.
I lived/live Psalm 40
“I waited patiently for the Lord, He inclined to me, and heard my cry. He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my steps. He put a new song in my mouth-Praise to our God; many will see it and fear, and will trust the Lord!
I love that Psalm and verse too Lenita! Blessings
Hallelujah and praise to the LORD!
Thankful for Donna’s powerful testimony! Thankful to be raised in a Christian home by parents who knew and loved the Lord, and yet who were imperfect and had struggles. My sense of the Lord’s presence began early, and resulted in a strong conversion experience when I was about 12. But the battle for my physical life, and then of my spiritual life against the enemy was a long one somewhat shrouded in mystery and a fog of confusion at times. I had several bouts with “mystery” illnesses, and yet each time the Lord intervened eventually, bringing healing and restoration. I’ve walked away from 3 totaled vehicles, with very minor or no injuries at all. Add to that various trials with finances, relationships, etc., and I began to feel like I had a target on my back. Targeted by the enemy – but also and far more potently targeted by Yeshua. As I sought Him He provided Godly wisdom and discernment, clarity, deliverance, even dreams and visions that broke through that fog. At the age of 50, a spirit of death that had been spoken over me as an infant was cast out – and I give all the glory to YHVH, Yeshua, and Holy Spirit. What a mighty God I serve!!
Wow, Mary Beth, praise God, that is quite a testimony!
Gloria, thank you for responding! I am always so encouraged by responses on this site because we feel so isolated sometimes. I have a wonderful husband, and I’m so thankful for him – but we both struggle with feeling a lack of true spiritual fellowship with other believers. You made my day! We appreciate your ministry through IFA. Blessings!
I need the Demonic cast out as well but haven’t found anyone to do it.. from a childhood trauma I suffered. Which I did not find out about until 2007 when I was 53
What a glorious testimony! Thank you for sharing it. Praise God! This article gives me encouragement and motivation to pray for those at the DNC. We must pray for their deliverance from the father of lies and break the strongholds on our nation in the Name of Jesus.
In agreement with you Virginia, I have been very grieved.
Yes!!!!
I was reared in an angry home where our parents constantly argued and fought. Early on, I sought the Lord, but did not know how to “get to Him.” Flash forward 10 years and the revival of the early 70s was going on. Resurrection Day of 1972 was the most glorious Resurrection Day I had ever experienced. This was on Apr 2, ’72. The following day, I sought to appeal to my enemy of Christ girlfriend, but she responded out of her deadness, of course. That evening, about 7PM, I sat on my bed and prayed, “Lord, if I have withheld anything from You, I give it to You now.” Well, somehow that did it and I have been in Christ, partaking of His Life, ever since.
Praise the Lord, Ron. Beautiful.
Praise God, Ron! Thank you for sharing
Ron, the Lord blessed you greatly that you could find him early in your life.. maybe not as early as some young people but 18 is pretty early.. especially in comparison to some of us.. I did not get saved until I was 31 years old. Then I had a crown budget Ministry group leader one time tell me in 2002, that statistics by Barna..state that if you get saved after 18.. you’re probably not really saved. So I chose to ignore that thinking.. akthough I have repented many times and rededicated😊.
When I’m doubting my walk or salvation I tried to remember Billy Graham’s experience when he first got saved.. he had absolutely no visceral physical sensation whatsoever.. not even the slightest hint of any spiritual impartation.. and had to stay on his knees all night for many nights and just.. for lack of a better word.., – grunt through it.. until he was able to pursue the Holy Spirit enough to where he finally sensed he was with the Lord. That is the story as I read it
“““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““““`Wonderful,encouraging article to strengthen us and help usnever forget that God is at work in us.
Thank you for this story. As I pray everyday for my only daughter who has turned away from God and His truth, I often find myself defeated and hopeless that my prayers are going unheard. The waiting is hard, but I know I must continue to pray for her and love her despite of where she is at, and wait on Jesus Christ to do what only He can do.
I do not know when or how, but I must continue to trust that God will do the work in her so she can return to her Savior and humble and give her life to Christ. I pray for myslef and all others who are praying and waiting for salvation for our loved ones.
Dear Diana
You are not defeated. God is faithful. His timing is not like our timing so please stay encouraged and YES keep praying for your precious daughter. God tells us to raise up a child in the way they should go and they will not depart from it. She may be sidestepping and backsliding now, but trust in God that he will bring her back around. I know the waiting is hard, he is dealing with me and teaching me patience in my life as well, but in James 1:4-5 it says But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, WANTING NOTHING. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, NOTHING WAVERING. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. So you need to ask in faith and totally KNOW he will do what you are asking. Sometimes I think we negate our answers and rewards by not exercising our faith fully. I will pray with you for your daughter to rededicate her life to God. Love you in Christ.
Diana,
I have prodigals myself and know how disheartening it can sometimes feel. Keep praying and trusting God. As a parent, sometimes I wish I could intervene, but that’s not God’s way. I love Ephesians 6. When it mentions the armor of God, it says, “And having done all stand.” When we have prayed, fasted, and made supplications, now we stand. Stand on His promises, Stand on His Word, Stand in the gap for them. I and many other intercessors are standing with you. Jesus the Intercessor is praying for you. The fact that you are praying for others and their loved ones will not go unnoticed before the Lord. Blessings and prayers for you and your daughter. Lord, do what only you can do for her.
God’s Love is undeniable! God told my friend and I to go to the United Center and “Deposit Love” and to “Glorify Him”! We went there five days prior to the start of the DNC and obeyed the assignment given us. We trust that since it was from God that it took root and though we may not see the fruit, we believe and trust Him to fulfill His Word. It may take many prayers and many years before we see any of our prayers answered…we just believe He hears us and honors our obedience…praying for our family, our friends, and for others who have lost their way. It isn’t easy for us to love the unloveable but then we remember, He has loved us!
Beautiful Carol!
Yes, I too believe you “must” Diana and the Lord will.
Thank you Diana, for your expression of trust in the Lord .
I am waiting hopefully to hear that my daughters have a healthy spiritual life with Jesus.. although being that I am estranged from them.. I do not know that that will ever be forthcoming
Praise the Lord
Father God thank you for these stories that we get to here may our faith grow stronger as we read and pray your word and believe with all of our heart soul. May we love you always with all of our heart all of our soul all of our strength and all of our mind. We love you Jesus thank you amen
I read this testimony on the morning of a trip with some Long loved high school friends who do not know God.
They are resistant to hearing the word or even believing that God exists.
I felt helpless around them. But now I am encouraged to just love and trust God to reach them in his own way.
We are in our 80s… But it is never too late as long as we are breathing.
In renewed faith, I am petitioning heaven to reach these friends with the love of Jesus. May I be willing and obedient to do as he leads.
Thank you for printing this testimony.
Amen, Bonnie, there is no one beyond His reach or heart too hard that His love cannot penetrate. Blessings
Wow, such a powerful story. Thank you Donna for sharing, I am sure it will blessed everyone that reads it. God richest blessings to you.
What a redemptive story! Loved it. “Do not be overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good.”
I am encouraged by Donna’s’ story. .
I lead a prayer meeting on Wednesday at our church. Only three of us , at the most show up at 10:00am. In Tennessee. Pray for more souls to want to join. Thanks
Hi Janice,
Thank you for your faithfulness in leading prayer meetings. Our nation needs them so much. I wish more states had them regularly. Stay faithful, even if it’s only three. Where two or three are gathered, Jesus is there in the midst. Lord, we lift these Tennessee prayer meetings to you. You are still there despite the numbers, but we ask that you add Intercessors to the group. Send people who are hungry to see you move in Tennessee. We ask that even other churches join their prayer efforts together, bringing unity to the city. Raise your houses of prayer in Tennessee and all of the United States; in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Taking authority over the Enemy and his minions and schemes is SO needed in these End times. It is our right and responsibility as Christians. Donna’s testimony is living proof of this. Greater is He who is in us, than he who is in the world. May we always remain faithful, and take authority in Jesus. Thank you, Lord.
Amen Brian!
Donna’s story is inspiring. My struggle started 5 years ago when my youngest son became mentally ill. He also left God. We are praying and watching to see how God transforms his life. I know He’ll use it all for good because He promises to do that. Sometimes it’s hard to wait for Hos perfect timing though. Thanks for sharing such a powerful story!
Lori, but God will never forsake your (HIS) son.
Lori trusts in You, O LORD; she says, “You are my God.” Her times and her son’s times are in Your hands; deliver them from their enemies and from those who pursue them. Make Your face shine on Your servants; save this man and his whole family, by Your loving devotion. Strengthen them and fill them with courage and increase their hope in You. I ask this and so much more in the Powerful Name of Jesus Christ. Amen
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Thank you for sharing that, Lori! My son is autistic, and we have had so many battles, and still do, but God is faithful! I am praying and agreeing that He will transform your son’s life and use it for His glory! May he be blessed with beauty for ashes and garments of praise for a spirit of heaviness in Jesus’ name, amen!
Gloria, may your son too know the healing and restoring touch of Yeshua. Are you aware of the book, Josiah’s Fire by Tahni Cullen? I highly recommend it.
Hallelujah!!! So encouraging for other’s. Thank you for sharing Donna. God is absolutely good!
God Bless You Guys !!! Thanks so much for the wonderful testimony of Donna. I’m an old man raising many grandchildren from my daughter. She was once married to a pastor but now suffers from severe depression. We love all of our kids and grandkids and continue daily in our spiritual warfare for each of their lives .Praise God for the blood of our Lamb and Savior Jesus Christ! We will not relent! Satan , you have no power, control or authority in my HOUSE!! Jesus is Lord,Hallelujah!!!
Amen, Bob! That is such a testimony. I pray for healing for your daughter. I pray that she would be anointed with the garment of praise for the Spirit of heaviness. I pray that she will again be anointed with the oil of gladness. Father, we ask that you destroy the yoke of oppression. Jesus said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28-30). Continue to bless Bob as he cares for his grandchildren, bless them, cover them, and lead them to your plan for each of their lives, in Jesus, Amen.
Thanks so much for your reply !! Am praying for your ministry to continue its mission of spreading our FATHERS LOVE !!!
Testimony alert ! Met a woman, and at first meeting we shared about the ‘abuser’ in our life.
As I began demonstrating how ‘my’ abuser would contort face/body, she interrupted & said, My abuser moves like this, promptly showing me. I grabbed her quickly and held her close. Whispered in her ear, You just made the exact moves of my abuser.
We both realized, our abuser must have the same demon. Would not believe this story, unless experienced.
Less than 2 months later, my abuser now gone/restraining order, still threatening. Pushed a change into my prayers. I prayed, with tears, and aloud, Romans 8:28, and thanked Jesus for all He did for me.
Finally, trusting God with everything.
Learned several days later, after that prayer, the abuser had died. Later still, learned exactly when abuser died; 9 hours after my prayer, above. Still, God was not done with one of His known ‘playbooks’ , took a few more days to learn, abuser’s death brought me; property, provision, protection. A trinity of what God often gives victors of battle.
Have enjoyed sharing this testimony, in person. Each time, receiving amazing testimony in return.
God wants you. All of you. Trust Him. Read His Word, speak His Word, sing His Word, pray His Word.
God is good. Amen.
Tara, so happy for you. I praise the Lord for His incredible mercy and grace and hope in the remainder of your life, He keeps exceeding your expectations….so good indeed!
Tara that is such a powerful testimony, thank you for sharing it!
Nothing is impossible with God. He began a good work and will be faithful to complete it! Our God reigns. Thank you Lord for your grace and your mercy. Great is your faithfulness.
You are absolutely right!
God gave me life 3 times, so far. I was born, life 1. I was saved at the age of 6, watching Billy Graham on TV, life 2. 2 years ago I died because of the use of Remdesivir to treat C0V!d. God restored my heart and I am here today because my family prayed me back ( I am not done with my race).
Wow, Heather! Look at Jesus! Yes, ma’am, He is not done with you. You are a living testimony of his resurrection power! To God be the glory!
Thank you – your testimony has helped me to see what has been and is still going on in my family. I will pray with more confidence for my family. Good bless you!