When faced with some of these phenomena, if we are confident through the discernment of those who are helping that the problem is demonic, we need to take action. We (never on our own) pray, with quiet authority (if Anglicans under episcopal authority), to cut off any controlling spirits. Our prayers are decisive – not ‘if it be thy will…’. We may command the spirit to reveal its name (the person we are trying to help often knows the name of the spirit). We may enlist the help of the person themselves – they may be able to call upon Jesus to set them free. We command the spirit, in the name of Jesus, to leave and go to him. The person will usually know when they are free. It is usually helpful to have a pause for reflection, perhaps a cup of tea. They will feel very peaceful and relieved; their eyes will look different and they will be able to pray naturally and without any sense of interference.
