Anger is a powerful emotion that can positively and negatively affect our lives. While it can motivate us to take action and stand up for ourselves, it can also lead to destructive behavior and damage our relationships with others.
If left unchecked, anger can become a spirit that takes hold of our hearts and minds, leading to bitterness, resentment, and even violence.
Prayer to Remove Spirit of Anger
As followers of Christ, we are called to put away anger and seek peace and reconciliation with others.
This is why we turn to prayer to remove the spirit of anger from our lives, seeking the guidance and strength of God to help us overcome this destructive force and live a life of love and compassion towards others.
In this prayer, we ask God to remove the spirit of anger from our hearts and fill us with his peace, love, and grace.
1. A prayer against the Spirit of Selfish Anger
Dear God, I come before you today, recognizing that anger is a powerful emotion that can cause great harm.
I ask that you help me overcome any selfish anger within me and guide me toward humility and forgiveness.
In your word, it says in Proverbs 14:29, “Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.”
Help me to embody the wisdom and discernment that comes with being slow to anger.
I pray that your love and grace will fill my heart and enable me to see others through your eyes.
Amen.
2. A Prayer For When Things Are Out Of Our Control
Dear God, sometimes things happen in life that is beyond our control.
In those moments, we can feel anxious, frustrated, and overwhelmed. I pray that you will remind me of your sovereignty and that you control everything.
Help me to trust in your plan and to rely on your strength.
In your word, it says in Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
I trust in you, Lord, and ask that you lead me through any challenges that come my way.
Amen.
3. A Prayer For Anger At Other People
Dear God, I confess that I have felt anger towards others.
I ask that you help me to release this anger and forgive those who have hurt me.
Your word reminds us in Colossians 3:13, “Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
I pray for the strength to follow this example and to love others as you love us.
Help me remember that we are all flawed and need your grace.
Amen.
4. A Prayer To Remove The Spirit Of Anger
Dear God, I recognize that anger can be a destructive force in my life.
I ask that you remove any spirit of anger within me.
Help me to control my emotions and respond in love rather than anger.
In your word, it says in James 1:19-20, “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.”
I pray that I may produce your desired righteousness by overcoming my anger.
Amen.
5. A Prayer For Righteous Anger
Dear God, I know that not all anger is destructive.
Sometimes, we feel anger towards injustice or wrongdoing.
I ask that you help me to discern when my anger is righteous and when it is not.
In your word, it says in Ephesians 4:26, “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry.”
Help me to use my anger in a way that honors you and brings about positive change.
May my actions be guided by your wisdom and love.
Amen.
6. A Prayer of Forgiveness of Anger
Heavenly Father, I come to you today to ask for your forgiveness for any sins I have committed, especially in anger.
Your word reminds us in 1 John 1:9, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
I pray for your mercy and grace to wash over me and for your Holy Spirit to transform me into someone who reflects your love and grace.
Help me resist the temptation to give in to anger instead of responding with patience, understanding, and kindness.
I thank you for your forgiveness and the gift of new beginnings.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
7. A Prayer Against An In-born Spirit of Anger
Dear God, I recognize that anger may be a deeply ingrained trait within me.
I pray that you will take it away from me if this spirit of anger is inborn.
Your word reminds us in Ezekiel 36:26, “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.”
I pray for a new heart and a new spirit, one that is characterized by love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
May my life be a reflection of your grace and mercy.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
8. A Prayer to Repair Whatever the Spirit of Anger Has Destroyed in My Life
Dear God, I ask for your mercy and grace to restore what the spirit of anger has destroyed in my life.
Whether it be relationships, opportunities, or other areas, I pray that you will begin to repair and heal what has been broken.
Your word reminds us of Joel 2:25, “I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten.”
I trust in your promise to restore what has been lost and to bring about redemption in my life.
May my heart be filled with gratitude for all that you do.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
9. A Prayer For Settlement
Father, this anger has caused my marriage; let Your peace settle in my mind, in the name of Jesus.
I come to you today to ask for your peace to settle in my mind and my marriage.
I recognize that my anger has caused damage and hurt in my relationship with my spouse.
I pray for your guidance and wisdom to repair what has been broken and to foster a spirit of forgiveness and understanding.
Your word reminds us of Romans 12:18, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”
Help me to live at peace with my spouse and to seek reconciliation with a humble and contrite heart.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
10. A Prayer for Reformation
My Father, I am here for total reformation of my character. Break me and remold me again, in the name of Jesus.
I am here before you today to ask for a complete personality reformation.
My anger and other flaws have hindered my growth and relationship with you.
I pray for your mercy and grace to break and remold me again into the person you desire me to be.
Your word reminds us in 2 Corinthians 5:17, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
I pray for a renewed spirit and a transformed heart that pleases you and reflects your love and grace.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
11. A Prayer for a Clean Heart
O Lord, create in me a clean and pure heart, in the name of Jesus.
I pray that you will make a clean and pure heart in me.
Help me to let go of any anger and bitterness that may be lingering within me.
Your word reminds us in Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”
I pray that you purify my heart and renew my spirit to reflect your love and grace in all I do.
May my thoughts, words, and actions please you and bring glory to your name.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
12. A Prayer To Arrest My Anger
Holy Spirit, arrest my spirit in the name of Jesus.
Every demon of Delilah in me is causing me to raise my voice at my husband.
Dear Holy Spirit, I pray that you would arrest my spirit and help me resist the temptation to raise my voice in anger toward my husband.
Your word reminds us in Galatians 5:22-23, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.”
I pray you would cultivate these fruits and help me respond to my husband with patience, understanding, and gentleness.
May our relationship be characterized by mutual love and respect, and may it bring glory to your name.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
13. A Prayer To Spirit of Pride in Me
Dear God, I confess that pride may be at the root of my anger.
I pray that you would help me break the backbone of pride within me so that I may humble myself before you and others.
Your word reminds us in James 4:6, “But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: ‘God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.'”
I pray for a spirit of humility and meekness, willing to put others first and seek reconciliation with those I may have hurt.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
14. A Command To Demon Afflicting Me with the Spirit of Anger
Dear God, I take authority over any demon that may be afflicting me with the spirit of anger.
I command it to leave at once, in the name of Jesus.
Your word reminds us in James 4:7, “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
I choose to submit myself to you, Lord, and to resist the devil and his schemes.
I pray for your protection and a hedge of angels to surround me and my family.
May we be safe and secure in your loving arms.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
15. A Prayer Against Inherited Anger
Dear God, I come before you today to break every inherited anger from my foundation.
I pray that you would break it by fire so that it may never have a hold on me or my future generations.
Your word reminds us in Isaiah 61:1, “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.
He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners.”
I pray for freedom and release from any generational curses or bondage affecting me.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
16. A Prayer Against Any Spirit of Anger Projected Toward My Marriage
Dear God, I come before you today to pray against the spirit of anger that may be hunting my marriage.
The nature of anger pursuing my marriage, be destroyed by fire, in Jesus’ name: I pray that it would be destroyed by fire so that it may never have a hold on us.
Your word reminds us in 2 Timothy 1:7, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and a sound mind.”
I pray for a spirit of love and understanding in our marriage, rooted in your grace and forgiveness.
May we seek to honor and respect each other, and may our marriage reflect your love and glory.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
17. I Refuse to Scatter My Home With My Hot Temper and Strife
Dear God, I refuse to allow my hot temper and strife to scatter my home.
I pray that you would help me to be slow to anger and quick to listen, as your word reminds us in James 1:19-20, “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.”
I pray for peace and harmony in my home, rooted in your love and grace.
May we seek to build each other up and encourage one another rather than tearing each other down.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Conclusion
The spirit of anger can be challenging to overcome, but through prayer, we can find the strength and guidance to overcome this destructive force.
By turning to God, we can ask Him to remove the spirit of anger from our hearts and fill us with His peace, love, and grace.
Through prayer, we can seek to become more patient, understanding, and compassionate towards others and to build stronger, more loving relationships.
As we continue to seek God’s guidance and wisdom in our lives, may we be filled with His Spirit, and may His love and grace flow through us to touch the lives of those around us.
