Overcome Sin With God's Word
Prayers
Sins
About
Hatred / Anger / Bitterness
Scripture
1 John 3:15, Matthew 5:21–22
How to Deal With It
Forgive (Eph 4:31–32), seek peace (Rom 12:18), pray for enemies (Matt 5:44)
Prayer
Father, I release all anger and forgive from my heart. Heal the hurt and give me love instead.
Lust / Sexual Sin
Scripture
Matthew 5:28, 1 Corinthians 6:18
How to Deal With It
Flee temptation, renew your mind, walk in purity.
Prayer
Lord, cleanse my thoughts and desires. Help me walk in holiness and honor You with my body.
Pride
Scripture
Proverbs 16:18, James 4:6
How to Deal With It
Humble yourself, submit to God, and serve others.
Prayer
Jesus, give me a humble heart. Help me walk in Your humility and grace.
Jealousy / Envy
Scripture
Galatians 5:21, James 3:16
How to Deal With It
Be content (Hebrews 13:5), celebrate others (Romans 12:15), and count your blessings.
Prayer
Lord, remove jealousy from my spirit. Teach me to rejoice in others' blessings.
Idolatry
Scripture
Exodus 20:3–5, 1 John 5:21
How to Deal With It
Examine your heart, destroy idols, and put God first.
Prayer
God, tear down every idol in my life. Be first in my heart and purpose.
Greed / Love of Money
Scripture
1 Timothy 6:10, Luke 12:15
How to Deal With It
Give generously, trust God to provide, and be content.
Prayer
Lord, I trust You as my provider. Free me from the love of money.
Gluttony
Scripture
Proverbs 23:20–21, Philippians 3:19
How to Deal With It
Practice self-control, eat and live with purpose.
Prayer
Help me control my appetites, Lord, and use my body to honor You.
Laziness
Scripture
Proverbs 6:9–11, Colossians 3:23
How to Deal With It
Be diligent, stay purpose-driven, and work with excellence.
Prayer
God, give me strength and motivation. Help me work with excellence.
Unforgiveness
Scripture
Matthew 6:14–15, Ephesians 4:32
How to Deal With It
Choose to forgive and remember Christ’s forgiveness for you.
Prayer
Lord, I forgive as You forgave me. Heal my heart and give me peace.
Unbelief
Scripture
Hebrews 3:12, James 1:6–8
How to Deal With It
Feed your faith through the Word, and pray for more faith.
Prayer
Father, help my unbelief. Strengthen my trust in Your Word.
Witchcraft / Occult
Scripture
Deuteronomy 18:10–12, Galatians 5:20
How to Deal With It
Renounce spiritual darkness and be filled with the Holy Spirit.
Prayer
I renounce every dark spirit. Holy Spirit, fill me and lead me in truth.
Hypocrisy
Scripture
Matthew 23:27–28, Luke 6:46
How to Deal With It
Be honest before God and live with integrity.
Prayer
Lord, strip away every mask. Make me honest before You and others.
Judging Others
Scripture
Matthew 7:1–5, Romans 2:1
How to Deal With It
Show mercy, focus on your own walk, and pray for others.
Prayer
Father, help me see others through Your grace. Teach me to lead with love, not judgment.
Fear / Anxiety
Scripture
2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 4:6–7
How to Deal With It
Trust in God’s presence. Replace fear with prayer and Scripture.
Prayer
I will not fear, for You are with me. Fill me with peace that surpasses understanding.
Unthankfulness
Scripture
Romans 1:21, 1 Thessalonians 5:18
How to Deal With It
Practice daily thanksgiving and praise.
Prayer
Thank You for Your love, mercy, and grace. Help me never forget Your goodness.
Rebellion / Disobedience
Scripture
1 Samuel 15:23, Hebrews 13:17
How to Deal With It
Submit to God’s authority and trust His plans.
Prayer
Lord, forgive my rebellion. Give me a heart that obeys Your will fully.
Blasphemy
Scripture
Exodus 20:7, Matthew 12:31–32
How to Deal With It
Speak of God with reverence and live in respect of His holiness.
Prayer
Cleanse my lips, Lord. Let every word I speak bring You glory.
Coveting
Scripture
Exodus 20:17, Luke 12:15
How to Deal With It
Desire God’s will, not others’ possessions.
Prayer
Help me desire what You want for me, not what others have. Teach me contentment.
Worldliness
Scripture
1 John 2:15–17, James 4:4
How to Deal With It
Detach from worldly values. Set your heart on the eternal.
Prayer
God, I renounce the world’s values. Fill me with love for Your kingdom.
Lukewarm Faith
Scripture
Revelation 3:15–16
How to Deal With It
Reignite your passion for Christ through prayer and worship.
Prayer
Set my heart on fire for You, Lord. I don’t want to be half-hearted.
False Teaching
Scripture
2 Peter 2:1, Galatians 1:8–9
How to Deal With It
Know the Word and test all teachings.
Prayer
Spirit of Truth, guide me. Help me discern what is true and walk in it.
Oppression / Injustice
Scripture
Isaiah 10:1–2, Micah 6:8
How to Deal With It
Act justly, love mercy, and stand for righteousness.
Prayer
Help me stand for justice, Lord. Use me to bring healing and peace.
Neglecting the Poor
Scripture
James 2:15–17, Proverbs 14:31
How to Deal With It
Be generous and care for those in need.
Prayer
Lord, open my eyes to the needs around me. Make me generous with love and action.
Denying Christ
Scripture
Matthew 10:33, 2 Timothy 2:12
How to Deal With It
Confess Him boldly and live like Him daily.
Prayer
Jesus, I confess You before all. Strengthen me to never deny You.
Procrastination
Scripture
Proverbs 6:9–11, Ephesians 5:16
How to Deal With It
Redeem your time and act when God speaks.
Prayer
God, help me not waste the days You’ve given me. Teach me to use time wisely.
People-Pleasing
Scripture
Galatians 1:10, Proverbs 29:25
How to Deal With It
Seek God’s approval over man’s praise.
Prayer
Father, make me bold in truth. Free me from the trap of people-pleasing.
False Peace / Fake Religion
Scripture
Jeremiah 6:14, Matthew 23:27
How to Deal With It
Seek inner transformation, not just appearance.
Prayer
Lord, I don’t want shallow peace. Cleanse me from within and make my walk real.
Hardness of Heart
Scripture
Hebrews 3:12–13, Ezekiel 36:26
How to Deal With It
Respond quickly to God’s voice and ask for a tender heart.
Prayer
Take away my stony heart, Lord. Give me a heart that feels, obeys, and loves You.
Boasting
Scripture
James 4:16, 1 Corinthians 1:31
How to Deal With It
Boast only in the Lord and acknowledge all gifts come from Him.
Prayer
All glory to You, Lord. Let me decrease so You can increase in my life.
Neglecting Prayer
Scripture
Luke 18:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:17
How to Deal With It
Stay connected through regular prayer and worship.
Prayer
Draw me back into Your presence, Lord. Give me a hunger to seek You daily.
Taking Communion With Sin
Scripture
1 Corinthians 11:27–29
How to Deal With It
Examine yourself, confess sin, and honor the Lord’s Supper.
Prayer
Cleanse me before You, Jesus. Let me never approach You lightly.
Lack of Love
Scripture
1 Corinthians 13:1–3, 1 John 4:20
How to Deal With It
Pursue love as the greatest gift. Let it guide your actions.
Prayer
Fill me with Your love, Lord. Let it flow through me into every relationship.