Prayer to Restrain Evil

Lord God, mighty in power and rich in mercy, I come to You as Your child, sealed in Baptism and redeemed by the Precious Blood of Your Son. You alone hold all power in heaven and on earth, and at the name of Jesus every knee shall bow. To You I lift up my whole life this day. Lord, restrain every power of darkness that would come against me, my family, my home, and all that You have entrusted to my care. Turn back, O God, every assault of the enemy. In our human weakness, comfort our fear and anxiety, quiet our confusion and anger, and lift us from despair. Where there is darkness, send Your light, that we may live safely in the freedom of Your children. Father, let Your peace dwell here, for this household is Yours. In the name of Jesus, and standing in the freedom His Cross has won for me, I renounce sin and every work of the evil one. I reject the empty promises of the enemy, and I ask for grace not to consent to whatever would lead me away from You. I give myself anew to You — body, mind, and soul. Wash me in Your mercy, fill me with Your Holy Spirit, and let Your truth take the place of every falsehood within me. Clothe me, Lord, in the full armor of God: gird me with truth, guard me with the breastplate of justice, shield me with faith, set upon me the helmet of salvation, and place in my hand the sword of the Spirit, which is Your Word. Where I am weak, be my strength; where I am afraid, be my peace; in moments of darkness, be my light that no shadow can overcome. Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Holy Mary, Mother of God, lead us to your Son and shelter us beneath your mantle; holy angels and saints of God, pray for us. Father, into Your hands I place myself and all I love. Guard us through this day and this night, and let the victory of the Cross reign over every fear and every danger. I trust in You, O Lord; in You alone is my refuge and my peace. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.