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Youâre not imagining it. The exhaustion. The weight gain. The brain fog. When you're in a toxic or narcissistic relationship, the emotional strain doesnât just affect your mindâit shows up in your body. đđĽ
In this powerful episode, Kris breaks down 6 surprising physical symptoms that often appear when you're under chronic emotional stress â and how your body might be trying to warn you. From sleep struggles and gut issues to inflammation and frequent illness, youâll learn how to discern the difference between âjust stressâ and something deeper.
đ§ đ This is more than a health issue. Itâs a spiritual battle. And healing starts when you begin listening to the body God gave you â and anchor yourself in His truth.
đĄ In this episode:
⢠Why brain fog, breakouts, and bloating could be signs of emotional overload
⢠How toxic people affect your hormones, sleep, and immune system
⢠What the Bible says about crushed spirits and physical health
⢠First steps to reclaim your peace â and protect your health
đ "A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones." â Proverbs 17:22
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đ And if youâve ever wondered what God does when narcissists go too far⌠donât miss this episode:
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Youâre not just dealing with a difficult person... youâre facing a weaponized tool in a spiritual war. âď¸
Every lie. Every manipulation. Every accusation.
Itâs not random â and itâs not harmless.
In this episode, Kris exposes how narcissists, through pride, rebellion, and deception, become vessels of demonic influence â spiritual assassins sent to destroy peace, relationships, and purpose. This isnât just psychology â this is spiritual warfare, and itâs time to see it for what it is.
đ¨ Hereâs what youâll learn:
đď¸ Youâll walk away with clarity, spiritual discernment, and the tools to stop fighting the wrong battle â and start standing in victory through Christ.
đĄď¸ Youâre not fighting a personality. Youâre facing powers â and God has already equipped you to overcome.
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Never Call Out a Narcissist⌠Unless Youâre Prepared for This
You finally gather the courage to confront the narcissist, hoping for change or at least clarity. Instead? Youâre met with an emotional explosion, word-twisting, and endless blame-shiftingâleaving you questioning if youâre the problem.
Youâre not crazy, and youâre not alone. This episode unpacks why calling out a narcissist almost always backfires and how to protect yourself emotionally, spiritually, and even legally if you do.
đ Weâll explore:
Throughout, youâll discover scriptural insights and practical wisdom for dealing with this spiritual and emotional warfare.
đ Key Scriptures:
đ The Hard Truth
Real relationship requires honesty, humility, and mutualityâthings a narcissist canât offer. If youâre not prepared for the backlash, confronting them might cost you more than itâs worth.
đ Next Steps:
đĽ Watch the next episode: 5 spiritual clues to help you discern if youâre dealing with a narcissist whoâs using faith as a mask. Watch it here.đĽ Grab your FREE đĽ đNarcissist Survival Guideâpacked with tools to help you stay grounded, clear, and spiritually protected. Get it here.
đ§ Tune in, and letâs walk through this together.
Have you ever wondered what happens when a narcissist targets a Christian?
Youâve likely been hurt, manipulated, and maybe even discarded, and now you're left wondering, "Are they just going to get away with it?
That's why in this episode, I'm going to walk you through the 3 phases that every narcissist goes through when they have the audacity to attack one of God's children....What God is going to do to intervene AND what you can do to ensure that His justice is served in a timely manner.
I assure you, they will not be able to handle what comes next....
â¤ď¸ Watch this episode next to find out What God Will Do After a Narcissistic Relationship.
đ FREE Narcissist Survival Guideâyour toolbox for discernment, boundaries, and healing. Get it here.
đď¸ This 5-Second Test Exposes the Christian Covert Narcissist (Especially Women)
Spotting a narcissist isnât always easy.
Spotting a covert narcissist? Even harder.
Spotting a Christian female narcissist? Thatâs spiritual warfare in disguise.
She may be soft-spoken, prayerful, and sweetâbut beneath the surface is manipulation, confusion, and emotional control.
In this episode, Kris Reece reveals how to identify her fastâwithout guilt, shame, or second-guessing yourself.
đ Here are 9 traits to watch for:
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When a narcissist loses control over you, they donât walk awayâthey escalate. Their goal has never been love, itâs always been control. Here are 3 common tactics they use and how to protect yourself:
1ď¸âŁ They Play the Victim
They twist the story to make you feel guilty, using emotional manipulation and even extreme claims to pull you back in. (Proverbs 26:24â26)
Protect yourself: Hold your boundaries. Donât fall for guilt trips or over-explain.
2ď¸âŁ They Smear Your Name
Through lies and twisted stories, they try to isolate you by turning others against you.
Protect yourself: Let silence and your actions speak louder than gossip.
3ď¸âŁ They Try to Provoke You
They push your buttons to trigger a reaction they can then weaponize. (Proverbs 26:4)
Protect yourself: Donât engage. Stay calm and emotionally grounded.
These tactics are only part of the narcissistâs playbook. The best defense? Stand firm in your truth and boundaries.
đĽ Next Steps:
đş Watch This: If Jesus Handled Narcissists Like This â So Should You
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You set boundaries hoping for peace⌠but instead, it got messy đŹ. Ever been there? In this episode, weâre getting real about the unexpected resistance that comes when you start honoring your limits đŤ. Boundaries are biblical âď¸âbut that doesnât mean theyâre always easy.
Here are 5 hard truths to expect when you start walking in this kind of growth:
If youâve been questioning your decision to set boundariesâor feeling isolated because of itâthis conversation is for you đŹ. Letâs walk through it together, with grace, truth, and spiritual clarity â¨.
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đ 3 Desperate Tactics Narcissists Use When You Stop Playing Their Game
When a narcissist realizes they no longer have control over you, they panicânot out of love, but out of a deep need for power. Like a gambler who suddenly starts losing, they escalate and become desperate. In this episode, weâll uncover 3 common tactics narcissists use when they lose controlâand how you can protect yourself.
đš 1. They Play the Victim
They twist the narrative to make you feel guilty. Expect phrases like âYouâve changedâ or âAfter all I did for youâŚââeven threats or extreme claims to manipulate your emotions.
đš 2. They Smear Your Name
Narcissists launch smear campaigns to damage your reputation, isolate you, and pressure you into returning to the relationship.
đš 3. They Try to Provoke You
They push your buttons to get a reaction, then use that reaction against you. This is a trapâdonât fall for it.
đ Proverbs 26:24-26 & 26:4 remind us to be wise to deception and avoid engaging with manipulative fools.
đĄ Protect yourself: Stick to your boundaries, resist the guilt trips, and let your actions speak for themselves.
đĽ Next Steps:
đş Watch Next: If Jesus Handled Narcissists Like This â So Should You
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Is God Removing Toxic People from Your Life? 5 Signs to Watch For
Are you questioning whether God is removing someone toxic from your life? This episode breaks down the spiritual and emotional signs to watch for and offers biblical encouragement for moving forward.
In this episode, youâll learn:
What to do next:
Biblical Insight:
âFor nothing is hidden that will not be made manifestâŚâ â Luke 8:17
đĽ Next Steps:
đş Watch This: Powerful Prayers That Stop the Narcissist Dead in Their Tracks
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đ Podcast Title: 3 Mistakes That Keep You Emotionally Drained
In this episode, weâre unpacking three powerful mistakes that can quietly drain your emotional, spiritual, and mental healthâespecially in relationships where youâre doing all the work.
đš Mistake 1: Emotional Over-Functioning
Itâs like paddling a two-person canoe alone. Youâre rowing hard, exhaustedâand doing the work of staying connected for both of you. It might feel selfless, but it becomes a slow burn.
đĄ God never called you to carry someone elseâs emotional responsibility. Even Jesus let people walk away.
đš Mistake 2: Mistaking Compliance for Connection
Survival mode is not connection. And itâs definitely not the kind of peace Christ offers. Over time, this behavior convinces you that your silence is whatâs holding the relationship together.
đĄ But peace that requires your silence isn't peace at allâit's fear wearing a mask.
đš Mistake 3: Believing That Your Love Will Heal Them
âAbove all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.â (Proverbs 4:23)
Knowing the difference between love and peacekeeping is essential.
đĄ You are not their savior, redeemer, or fixer. Protecting your emotional, mental, and spiritual health is not selfishâitâs wise stewardship.
⨠This episode will help you identify the hidden patterns that keep you stuck and give you permission to choose peace, clarity, and wholeness.
đ Want to know how to handle narcissists the way Jesus did?
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This One Behavior Makes You Impossible to Manipulate
Imagine walking through a pitch-black room, filled with hidden traps. Youâre stumbling, unsure of your next step. But thenâsomeone flips on the light. Suddenly, you see everything clearly. The confusion ends. The danger loses its grip.
Manipulators thrive in darknessâconfusion, doubt, and emotional chaos are their playground. But when you develop discernment, itâs like flipping on that light. You begin to see peopleâs true motives, not just with your eyes, but with spiritual clarity.
What Is Discernment?
Discernment isnât just a gut feelingâitâs clarity. Itâs the ability to see beyond appearances and recognize whatâs really going on beneath the surface. Biblically, it's a gift from God (Hebrews 5:14) that helps you separate truth from lies, care from control.
Discernment allows you to:
Think of it as a spiritual lie detectorâone that exposes deception before it takes hold.
Why Manipulators Lose Power When You Have Discernment
The Catch: Discernment Requires Emotional Stability
Discernment is powerful, but without emotional stability, it wonât protect you. Emotional instability makes you vulnerableâeven when you see the truth. For example:
Build Emotional Resilience in 3 Steps
When you combine discernment with emotional stability, manipulation loses its power. In the next episode, weâll explore what to do when manipulators escalateâeven after youâve reclaimed your clarity and peace.
đĽ Next Steps:
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A Demonic Attitude is Not Just a Bad Mood
Not all bad attitudes are just personality flawsâsome are deeply rooted in deception, control, and manipulation. In this episode, we uncover four demonic traits often seen in narcissistic behavior:
1ď¸âŁ Deception & Manipulation (John 8:44) â Twisting reality to control and confuse.
2ď¸âŁ Control & Domination (2 Corinthians 11:14-15) â Using emotional blackmail and fear to gain power.
3ď¸âŁ Blame-Shifting & Accusation (Revelation 12:10) â Never taking responsibility and making you feel guilty.
4ď¸âŁ Hypocrisy & False Righteousness (Matthew 23:27-28) â Hiding behind a facade of goodness while living in contradiction.
These behaviors are designed to weaken and control, but God exposes deception so we can step into truth. Once you see the truth, you can never unsee it.
đĽ Next Steps:
đş Watch This: If the devil can't get to you, he'll send a narcissist. Hereâs how he uses them to destroy you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rq9UwwEt8Uk
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Have you been pleading with God to change that toxic person in your life, only to feel more frustrated and stuck? What if the real transformation God is working on is within you? In this episode, weâll dive into:
This isnât punishment â itâs preparation. If youâre ready to stop feeling powerless and start walking in Godâs purpose, this could change everything.
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Do you ever feel like you're constantly trying to keep others happy, even at your own expense? People-pleasing may seem like kindness, but when it comes from a place of fear or obligation, it can become a tool for manipulation â especially for narcissists. They sense when they can control you by making you feel responsible for their happiness.
In this episode, weâre breaking down the signs of people-pleasing and how to reclaim your power:
If any of these resonate with you, know that youâre not alone â and you donât have to stay stuck in this pattern. Itâs possible to be a kind, caring person without being controlled. Weâll cover three powerful shifts to help you break free:
Setting boundaries can feel uncomfortable at first, and guilt may creep in. But remember â guilt is not from God. You have the right to protect your peace.
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Why does breaking a trauma bond feel so painful? Youâd think that freedom would feel⌠free. That youâd walk away from the narcissist and instantly feel lighter, happier, and at peace. But instead, youâre feeling lost, confused, maybe even grieving a relationship that you know was toxic.
The truth? This pain doesnât mean youâre failingâit means God is working. Heâs not just setting you free; Heâs breaking the chains that kept you bound in the first place.
In todayâs podcast, weâre uncovering 3 undeniable signs that God is breaking the trauma bondâeven if it doesnât feel like it yet. Weâll also talk about what true freedom from a narcissist actually looks like, so you can stop second-guessing yourself and getting sucked back into a never ending toxic cycle.
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8 Demonic Ways Narcissists Mess with Your Mind
Ever feel like something is off in your relationshipâlike a hidden danger lurking beneath the surface? Narcissists use subtle yet devastating tactics to manipulate and control, leaving you disoriented and trapped.
A Spiritual Battle for Your Mind
Narcissists target your mind because the enemy knows that everything begins there. If they can create confusion, self-doubt, and spiritual disconnection, theyâve succeeded in controlling you.
But hereâs the good news: You donât have to stay stuck. Recognize these tactics for what they areâtools of the enemyâand arm yourself with the truth of Godâs Word.
Want to go deeper? Watch my video on âThe Signs That Prove Narcissists Are Controlled by Demonsâ
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If the Devil Canât Get to You, Heâll Send a Narcissistâ6 Tactics He Uses to Destroy You
Why This Battle Feels Different
6 Demonic Tactics the Enemy Uses Through the Narcissist
đĽ Confusion and Doubt
đ Emotional Wounds
đż Bitterness and Resentment
âď¸ Spiritual Confusion
đŞ Isolation
đŻ Distraction from Purpose
How to Break Free
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Pray â This is your greatest weapon. Ask God for strength, discernment, and protection. Exodus 14:14: âThe Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.â
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Set Boundaries â Protect your heart, mind, and spirit from their influence.
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Trust Godâs Justice â Let go of revenge and control. God sees everything and will act in His perfect timing.
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đş Watch: How God Deals with Narcissists When Heâs Had Enough
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The "Nice" Narcissist: How They Fool You
Why Theyâre So Hard to Spot
The Deceptive Traits of the âNiceâ Narcissist
Why Itâs So Hard to Walk Away
How to Break Free
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Trust your discernmentâIf their kindness leaves you feeling confused or trapped, itâs a red flag.
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Set boundariesâProtect your emotional and mental space.
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Seek godly counselâTurn to Scripture and trusted advisors for wisdom.
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Invest in transformational relationshipsâChoose people who show up consistently and genuinely.
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Have you ever felt like you're the only adult in your relationship? No matter how much love or patience you pour in, they just donât seem capable of handling life maturely.
Maybe youâve asked yourself:
đ Why do they act this way?
đ Is this narcissism? Or something else?
Emotional immaturity can look a lot like narcissism, leaving you confused and questioning what you're really dealing with. But hereâs the good newsâGod is revealing their immaturity to help you respond wisely, without losing your peace, faith, or even the relationship.
Emotional Immaturity: A Child in an Adultâs Body
Dealing with an emotionally immature person is like reasoning with a child who hasnât learned how to handle lifeâs challenges. They react impulsivelyâlashing out, shutting down, or blaming othersâbecause they lack the tools to process emotions healthily.
While narcissists manipulate intentionally, emotionally immature people often arenât trying to hurt youâthey're just stuck in survival mode. And that distinction makes all the difference in how you should respond.
8 Signs of Emotional Immaturity
1. Blaming Others
They treat responsibility like a hot potatoâconstantly passing it off to someone else. Instead of owning mistakes, they say things like:
đŁ âIf you hadnât nagged me, I wouldnât have forgotten.â
đ Galatians 6:5 â âFor each one should carry their own load.â
â How to Respond: Hold them accountable without taking the blame.
2. Emotional Rollercoasters
Their mood swings are exhaustingâsmall issues turn into major crises, leaving you bracing for the next high or low.
đ Proverbs 29:11 â "A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back."
â How to Respond: Stay grounded. Donât absorb their emotions as your own.
3. Defensiveness
Every conversation feels like walking through a minefield. Even gentle feedback triggers excuses, counterattacks, or denial.
đ Proverbs 10:17 â "Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray."
â How to Respond: Keep discussions solution-focused, not blame-focused.
4. Victim Mentality
They see themselves as the perpetual victim, blaming others instead of taking responsibility.
đ Matthew 7:3 â "Why do you see the speck in your brotherâs eye, but do not notice the log in your own eye?"
â How to Respond: Donât get pulled into their narrative. Encourage self-reflection.
5. Silent Treatment (Stonewalling)
They shut down or withdraw when conflict arises, leaving issues unresolved.
â How to Respond: Donât chase them. Address the issue when theyâre ready to talk.
6. Impulsivity
Their emotions drive their decisions, often leading to reckless actions or regret.
đ Proverbs 13:16 â "The prudent act with knowledge, but fools expose their folly."
â How to Respond: Encourage thoughtful decision-making with gentle questions.
7. Selfishness
The relationship revolves around their needs, leaving little room for mutual care.
đ Philippians 2:3-4 â "Do nothing from selfish ambition⌠but in humility count others more significant than yourselves."
â How to Respond: Set boundaries that balance give and take.
8. Manipulation
They use guilt trips or victim-pla
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Have you ever wondered what happens when a narcissist targets a Christian? Youâve likely been hurt, manipulated, and maybe even discarded, and now you're left wondering, "Are they just going to get away with it?" My friend, stick with me, because in this post, I'm going to walk you through the three phases that every narcissist goes through when they have the audacity to attack one of God's children. Weâll cover what God is going to do to intervene and what YOU can do to ensure His justice is served in a timely manner. I assure you, they will not be able to handle what comes nextâŚ.
There are three phases you can count on every time when dealing with a narcissist. These phases arenât just predictableâtheyâre inevitable. But just as sure as the narcissistâs destruction comes, so does Godâs intervention, and ultimately, His justice.
Narcissists are master manipulators and deceivers, agents of chaos who thrive on sowing confusion and destruction. Itâs no surprise that their main targets are often Christians. Why? Because the loving, compassionate, and forgiving nature of a Christian makes it easy for a narcissist to exploit. But it goes deeper than thatâthey are being used by Satan to distract, derail, and discourage you from stepping into the fullness of what God has for your life.
So, stop being surprised that youâre a target. But donât be afraid, because your weapons are far greater than theirsâif you know how to use them. Weâll get to that soon.
Phase 1: Narcissistic Destruction
First, understand that the narcissist's plan always follows the same pattern. Phase one? They zero in on their target. Whether their goal is your destruction or simply their personal gain, the strategy is identicalâthey present themselves as everything youâve ever wanted. The ideal parent, the perfect partnerâthe answer to your prayers.
This is all designed to weaken your defenses, and it works. You let your guard down, you let them in. Sure, you see red flags, but you convince yourself itâs just a mistake or something you can work through together. And theyâll certainly give you that impression.
But soon enough, the mask begins to slip. They canât keep up the façade and inconsistencies start to show. You start questioning their behaviors, their motives, and thatâs when things shift. Suddenly, youâre either hit with an overwhelming dose of love-bombing, or they play the victim. Both tactics are meant to cloud your visionâto distract you from the real issues.
And isnât that exactly how Satan operates? Everything is a carefully crafted illusionâbeautiful at first, but dark and destructive beneath the surface. By the time you see the truth, youâre entangled in the web of confusion, manipulation, gaslighting, and invalidation.
Here is where you begin questioning your own sanity, doubting your worth. You start feeling guilty for how you reacted to their emotional abuse, ashamed of behaviors youâre not proud of, and left wondering if youâre the problem.
Itâs like being caught in a tornadoâeverything seems calm at first, but once youâre in the center of the storm, the destruction becomes clear. Narcissists twist your mind, emotions, and sense of self-worth, leaving a path of destruction that is both internal and external.
But remember, the narcissist cannot maintain their illusion forever. Eventually, the storm takes its toll. Their love-bombing fades, the manipulation intensifies, and the gaslighting becomes unbearable. Youâre left feeling trapped, confused, and powerless. They donât just want to break your heartâthey want to break your spirit.
Phase 2: Godâs Intervention
But donât fret, my friend. This is w
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Have you ever caught yourself wondering, "I think theyâre toxic... but maybe not?" You know you donât always like how you feel around them. Maybe some of their actions have been downright hurtful, but youâre still unsure if they truly qualify as âtoxic.â
These days, the word toxic gets thrown around almost as much as narcissist. Itâs tempting to slap a label on someone whose behavior feels off, but before you jump to conclusions, letâs dig a little deeper.
In this post, weâll uncover the unmistakable signs of a truly toxic person, explore whether their behaviors stem from toxicity or struggles, and examine traits that mimic toxicity but come from entirely different roots.
Letâs Start with an Analogy: Relationships Are Like Shoes
Think of relationships like shoes.
Some shoes are a perfect fitâthey support and comfort you, allowing you to walk confidently no matter where life takes you. Then, there are shoes that just donât fitâno matter how much you try to break them in. They pinch, rub, and leave blisters.
Itâs easy to label these shoes as âbad,â but are they really? Or are they just the wrong fit for your footâor maybe even the wrong shoe for the occasion?
Some shoes are your go-to favoritesâyou reach for them instinctively because they always deliver. Others sit in the back of your closet, gathering dust. You like them in theory, but every time you try them on, youâre reminded why you never wear them. And then, there are the shoes so painful, you wouldnât wish them on anyone.
Relationships are much the same. Some people âfitâ your life perfectly. Others might be a mismatchâokay in certain contexts but not for the long haul. And then, there are the truly toxic relationships that cause harm no matter how you look at them.
So, how do we know the difference?
Universally Toxic Traits We Can All Agree On
There are just some traits everyone can agree are toxicâlike a pair of shoes that might look pretty but leave you limping after a short time.
If someone exhibits the following behaviors, itâs not subjective; theyâre harmful to everyone:
Even the Bible, in 1 Timothy 3, tells us to avoid people with such traits. These behaviors infect relationships, creating destruction and pain.
Why Do We Stay in Toxic Relationships?
If these traits are so clearly harmful, why do so many of us stay? Why donât we run?
The answer might be more complicated than it seems.
Sometimes, we see something else within these individuals that makes us question our perception. Or, we might mistake certain behaviors as toxic when theyâre actually coming from unresolved pain or struggles rather than an inherently toxic nature.
Whatâs Really Going On Beneath the Surface?
Before we label someone as toxic, we have to ask: Whatâs going on beneath the surface? Theirsâand yours.
Everyone comes into relationships with âdefaultsââcultural norms, personality traits, past experiences, and wounds. For example, assertiveness might feel like confidence to one person but aggression to someone whoâs been bullied. Sarcasm might feel playful to some but cutting to others.
Your own âsurfaceââthe way you react, interpret, and label othersâcan r
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Have you ever found yourself crying out to God, asking, âWhy are You letting this person get away with everything theyâve done to me?â If so, youâre not alone. Itâs one of the hardest questions to wrestle with, especially when the pain feels so overwhelming.
But hereâs the good news: God sees everything, and He is a God of justice. In this post, weâre diving into practical and powerful ways to pray both for and against the narcissist in your life. Yes, thatâs biblicalâand weâll explore why. By the end, youâll feel equipped to approach God with prayers that align with His will, releasing the weight of your hurt and trusting Him to move on your behalf.
Life with a Narcissist Feels Like Chaos
Whether the narcissist in your life is a spouse, parent, friend, or colleague, one thing is certain: life with them is an unstable, emotional rollercoaster. Their lies, manipulation, and betrayal can leave you furious, broken, and unsure how to pray.
But take heartâGodâs Word provides both clarity and direction. Romans 12:19 says, âBeloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, âVengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.ââ This promise reminds us that God will handle justice in His perfect way and timing.
Praying for Justice: Trusting Godâs Reckoning
Imagine standing by the ocean, looking out over calm waters. On the surface, everything seems peaceful, but beneath, a strong current tugs at you. Thatâs what dealing with a narcissist feels likeâtheir manipulation pulls you into confusion and frustration. But hereâs the truth: you donât have to fight this current alone.
One powerful prayer is to ask for Godâs reckoning. This means asking Him to expose lies, reveal hidden motives, and bring consequences in His way. Itâs not about revenge but about trusting God to bring light into the darkness.
Psalm 28:3-4 says:
âDo not drag me off with the wicked, with the workers of evil, who speak peace with their neighbors while evil is in their hearts. Give to them according to their work and according to the evil of their deeds.â
This scripture reminds us that God sees deception and will repay accordingly. Similarly, Galatians 6:7-8 tells us, âDo not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.â The narcissist may appear to âget away with itâ for now, but no one escapes Godâs justice.
Praying for Reproof: Exposing Darkness
Imagine someone who walks unchecked, leaving chaos everywhere they go. Their harmful behavior seems to have no consequences. How do you respond? By praying for Godâs reproofâa holy unveiling of their actions. This type of prayer asks God to shine a light so bright that their behavior can no longer stay hidden.
In 1 Corinthians 5:5, Paul commands the Corinthian church to hand a man over to Satan for the destruction of his flesh, âso that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord.â This severe action wasnât out of hatred but out of loveâa way to bring the man to repentance. Similarly, when we pray for reproof, weâre asking God to expose harmful behaviors with the ultimate goal of restoration.
Praying for Recompense: Trusting God to Restore
Have you ever felt like the narcissist stole everything from youâyour peace, confidence, time, or future? Itâs easy to wonder if youâll ever get back whatâs been lost. But the Bible speaks of recompense, a divine repayment not just for what was taken but often in double measure.
Hebrews 10:30 says, âVengeance is mine; I will repay,â says the Lord. And Joel 2:25 promises, âI will restore to you the years that the swarmin
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Is There a Darker Side Behind Narcissistic Behavior?
Have you ever wondered if thereâs more to a narcissistâs behavior than just personality flaws? What if the manipulation, emotional chaos, and control tactics arenât just psychological but something much darker? In this article, weâre going to explore four signs that a narcissist may actually be under the influence of demonic forces. By the end, youâll have a clearer understanding of what might be driving their behaviorâand more importantly, youâll learn how to protect yourself.
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If youâve spent any time around a narcissist, youâre probably all too familiar with the emotional, psychological, and even spiritual damage they can cause. Narcissists bring chaos wherever they goâyet somehow always make you feel like youâre to blame. And while youâre left picking up the pieces, they continue their pattern of self-centered destruction. But hereâs the truth: treating narcissistic behavior without addressing the spiritual root is like trying to cut weeds without pulling out their rootsâthey always grow back stronger.
In many cases, the narcissistic behaviors you see on the surface are just symptoms, but thereâs a hidden root system underground, where spiritual forces are at work. When you address only the visible signs, youâre left wondering why the toxic behavior keeps coming back. Letâs go deeper and uncover four clear signs that the narcissistâs behavior may be influenced by something beyond psychology.
1. Manipulation and Deception
Imagine sitting across from the narcissist, trying to have a simple conversation. At first, everything seems calm, but soon, the story begins to twist. They subtly twist your words, make you question your own memory, and before you know it, youâre apologizing for something they did. It feels like stepping into a mazeâjust when you think youâve found a way out, they move the walls again with gaslighting, denial, or victim-playing.
This level of manipulation goes beyond basic dishonesty. Itâs an elaborate smokescreen meant to keep you confused, disoriented, and trapped. Isaiah 14:12-15 describes Luciferâs fall due to his pride and desire for controlâqualities that narcissists exhibit as well. Their manipulation serves to draw you away from reality, just as Satan seeks to deceive and divide.
Consider also John 8:44, which describes Satan as the âfather of lies.â Narcissists, too, are experts at manipulating truth, and this doesnât come from mere personality; it may be a demonic strategy. Once a person gives in to constant manipulation, they may unknowingly open a door for spiritual influence. This is where deception takes root, leaving both the narcissist and those around them in a web of lies.
1 Timothy 4:1 warns us, "The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons." If you notice a pattern of gaslighting, twisting the truth, or rewriting history, there may be something darker at work behind the scenes.
2. Spiritual Blindness and a Hardened Heart
Have you ever looked into the eyes of a narcissist during an argument and felt like you were talking to a wall? You explain, you present the facts, but thereâs no understandingâjust a blank stare or even cold indifference. Itâs as if theyâre blocked from seeing the truth.
When a person opens the door to demonic influence, one of the first things to go is their ability to see&