Author Darlene J. Conard

I pressed my palm against my forehead, the coolness of my skin contrasting with the warmth of the tears that cascaded down my flushed cheeks. A torrent of emotions surged within me as I grappled with an unimaginable challenge: a beloved person had fallen prey to the dark and insidious grip of witchcraft. The weight of fear and sorrow clung to me, tightening like a vice as I struggled against the enemy’s voice. “Quit praying, quit, fasting — it’s no use. You know it’s too late to do anything about it.” I fully understood that this was a falsehood. Having experienced it firsthand, I can confidently say that I am living evidence of the transformative power of prayer and the effects of fasting.

“If it’s truly fruitless, Satan, then why are you so relentlessly trying to dissuade me from breaking my fast and stop praying?” I swiped at the tears rolling down my cheeks, feeling the weight of despair lift as I rose from my bed. Determined, I remembered the words of God echoing in my mind, urging me to claim my power through faith. With renewed purpose, I stood tall, ready to exercise my authority in Christ, preparing to face the darkness with strength and conviction.

The Lord said, “Darlene, too many times my people quickly give in to the enemy. They believe the enemy’s lies over My truth.” Conviction pierced my soul because I am guilty of allowing the enemy to have his way, too many times!

Remember this, beloved: keep praying, keep fasting, and keep pressing. My friend, whom I love and cherish, reminds me, “Darlene, the enemy fights the hardest when breakthrough is at hand.”

I am overjoyed to share the incredible story of how this cherished individual in my life experienced a miraculous transformation! Don’t give up! Defeat is not our portion!

“For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled.” 2 Corinthians 10:3-6 KJV.

Please feel free to share this with anyone you like. My mission is to encourage everyone to wholeheartedly follow our Lord Jesus Christ with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength. © Darlene J. Conard, Vision Ministries 2024. This text may not be republished or used without the author’s written consent. The photograph is AI-generated. Darlene J. Conard is also affiliated with Glory Carrier Ministries.

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