5 Powerful Prayers For Haters – How To Pray For Your Enemies

A woman with her eyes closed prays for her haters.

God's Word is full of advice on how to deal with haters and those who donโ€™t seem to like us. In fact, there are specific scripture verses that provide wise guidance for navigating difficult situations and dealing with negative emotions.

Proverbs 25:21-22 states that, โ€œIf thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the Lord shall reward thee.โ€ (KJV). 

This passage serves as an important lesson that seeking revenge against those who hurt us can only lead to more pain or anger in our lives.

Instead, we should respond by trying to show compassion or kindness toward our enemies in order to bring peace into our lives.

Another scripture that sheds light on how to deal with haters biblically is Romans 12:20-21 which states, โ€œTherefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. 21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.โ€ (KJV). 

This instructs us on how we should respond when someone wrongs us or speaks ill of us - by refusing to sink down their level and instead rising above it with good behavior.

It may be difficult at first, but in the end, responding with kindness rather than hostility can make a world of difference for both parties involved.

In addition to Bible verses offering wisdom on how best to handle haters biblically, there are also practical steps we can take. 

By reflecting upon Biblical principles and seeking the Holy Spirit, we can learn how best to navigate difficult situations while also bringing peace into our own lives through displaying acts of kindness toward our enemies regardless of their feelings towards us.


A man prays for his enemies in front of a waterfall.

1. A Prayer For Haters

Dear Lord,

I thank You for the difficult people in my life that challenge me and push me to be better. 

I ask that You provide me with strength, courage, and grace to deal with my haters without malice.

Please give me the discernment to recognize when I should confront them directly and when it is best to forgive and move on.

I pray that You open their eyes to Your love and that Your peace may fill their hearts so they may no longer feel anger or resentment towards me.

Help them understand that their hurtful words and actions come from a place of pain within themselves, not from me.

May they find comfort in knowing You are always with them and will never leave them nor forsake them.

I pray You soften my heart towards those who donโ€™t like me so I can act according to the Your love instead of responding out of bitterness or retaliation.

May I have the discernment to know when it is necessary to stand up for myself while remaining loving, compassionate, and understanding at all times.

In Jesus Name, amen.


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2. Dealing With a Difficult People Prayer

Heavenly Father, I need Your divine help on how best to deal with difficult people.

I know that You have given me Your Word full of wisdom and direction to help me navigate lifeโ€™s most challenging situations.

I ask You for the strength to not respond in kind when facing hostility, but instead to respond through love.

Help me to remember that by reflecting Your love, I can bring peace and understanding even in tense situations.

Remind me of Bible verses such as Proverbs 15:1 which says, โ€œA gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up angerโ€ and Galatians 6:7 which says, โ€œDo not be deceived: God is not mocked; for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.โ€

May these scriptures be imprinted on my heart so that they become part of my daily decisions and interactions with difficult people.

Lord, grant me patience when dealing with difficult people and help me remember that negative energy withers in the face of love.

May I always show grace and mercy even when it feels impossible to do so.

Give me a heart full of compassion for those who are struggling and remind me each day that all people are deserving of respect regardless of their behavior or beliefs.

I thank You for this opportunity to pray for difficult people and ask You for the courage and strength to handle any situation with Your divine grace.

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. 

In Jesus Name, amen.


3. Enemies Prayer

Dear Lord,

You know that there are enemies that don't like me.

You know that it can be hard to extend grace and understanding towards those who wrong me, but I ask that You help me in this difficult challenge.

Give me a heart full of love for them, even when it is hard for me to do so.

I want to see my enemies through eyes of love.

Help me to see the value of each person, no matter how they feel about me or how they act towards me.

I know that You are a God of justice and mercy, and so I turn my troubles over to You.

I ask that You make a way in my situation, whatever that may be.

May Your will be done in all of my relationships, especially when it comes to those who do not like me.

Lord, let Your peace fill my heart as I trust You with this situation.

Fill my mind with the knowledge that You have already won the victory over all evil, and that nothing can separate me from Your love.

Keep reminding me throughout this trial that You are still in control and will bring good out of any bad situation.

Help me to lean on You even more when times are hard and moments seem unbearable.

I look to Your presence to bring rest to my soul when it comes to every difficult person in my life.

In Jesus Name, amen.


A man prays to forgive his haters.

4. Remove Hatred From My Heart Prayer

Dear God,

I need to remove the hatred in my heart.

I know that it is not right in Your sight.

I seek Your peace and understanding.

I am struggling with hatred in my heart and I need Your help to overcome it.

Please fill me with the strength to forgive those who have wronged me in the past.

You have forgiven me for my sins, and it's only right that I extend that same mercy to others. 

Give me the courage to accept love instead of hatred, so that I may be able to open up my heart and experience true joy and happiness.

Help me to use Your Word that instructs me to walk in compassion and patience when dealing with those who have hurt me.

Guide me so that I can take negative emotions and turn them into positive ones as I meditate on Your promises.

Remind me to confront haters directly when needed, but also give me the grace to choose to forgive them.

Help me to remember that bitterness leads only to more pain and suffering for myself, while forgiveness brings freedom and healing instead.

Lord, I trust that Your peace is overflowing within me now.

May Your love shine through in all aspects of my life as a reminder of how blessed I truly am.

In Jesus Name, amen.


5. Forgive Someone Who Doesn't Like Me Prayer

Dear Lord,

I ask for Your direction and comfort as I step out in faith to forgive those who do not like me. 

Despite the hurt, I know that it is within my power to release the pain and anger they have caused me by Your grace.

I pray that You help me see those people through eyes of compassion, understanding, and love rather than bitterness or anger.

Give me the courage to open my heart to those who do not like me and strive daily to treat them with grace, kindness, and respect.

Help me to be a living example of forgiveness by showing mercy to others even when it is not given back to me. 

Let me take this difficult situation as an opportunity for growth and learning, so regardless of their opinion I can become stronger from it.

Let my words be filled with mercy and unity rather than judgement or criticism.

Show me how I can bring peace into this situation without compromising my own standards or beliefs.

Help me not only forgive those who do not like me, but also find a way to genuinely extend them love in return despite our differences.

I thank You Father God for giving me the gift of forgiveness, a powerful tool that allows me to heal from hurtful words or actions when used correctly.

May I use it wisely every time I am faced with hatred or animosity so I can keep living out Your will on earth while embracing others with in loving-kindness.

In Jesus Name, amen.


A woman in prayer seeks to love her enemy.


How do you pray for someone who is against you?

Praying for enemies can be a difficult task, but it is an important one to deal with quickly.

The Word of God provides clear guidance on how to pray for those who do not like us or have done harm against us.

In Matthew 5:44-45, Jesus said, โ€œLove your enemies and pray for those who persecute youโ€ฆโ€

This verse outlines what we should do - love your enemy and pray for them.

Praying for our enemies is not just Biblical, but also beneficial to our own mental and spiritual health as it enables us to let go of negative feelings and foster forgiveness in our hearts.

This is a simple prayer you can say:

"Dear Lord, I need Your help to pray for someone who is against me. You know the situation. I place it in Your hands. I forgive them as You have instructed me to do so in Your Word. Give me grace and peace to love them and treat them as is pleasing in Your sight. I trust that You are working on this situation even now. Amen."

What is the prayer for the enemy?

"Heavenly Father, thank You for this morning and the opportunity to start a new day. As I open my eyes to greet the morning sun, I choose to focus on all of the wonderful blessings You have given me. I will walk in love and forgive my enemy. I refuse to be offended or hurt by them. Fill me with Your grace to treat them as You desire. All things are working together for my good and I give You praise for it. Amen."

What are 5 ways to deal with haters?

With haters comes negativity, and the Bible advocates for turning what is negative into something positive. Dealing with our enemies is hard, so here are 5 effective ways to cope with those who don't like us, according to scripture:

1. Remain Positive and Forgive

Itโ€™s easy to get caught up in the negative energy haters bring, but itโ€™s important to remember that these people are coming from a place of hurt and insecurity.

Matthew 5:44 encourages us to โ€œlove your enemies and pray for those who persecute youโ€ which suggests we should forgive those who don't like us. We can use this difficult situation as an opportunity to grow and become better people.

2. Ignore Negativity

Itโ€™s impossible not to be affected by haters, but it is possible to not let them define our lives or actions.

Philippians 4:8 reminds us that, โ€œFinally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirableโ€”if anything is excellent or praiseworthyโ€”think about such things.โ€

This means we should strive to ignore someone who doesn't like us and focus on things above and not beneath (godly thoughts, etc).

3. Seek Help From Others

Surround yourself with supportive friends and family members who can help you through difficult times when haters come around.

Venting your frustrations can make you feel better while also creating boundaries with them that can keep them at bay.

Ecclesiastes 4:9โ€“10 says, โ€œTwo are better than one because they have a good return for their labor; If either of them falls down, one can help the other upโ€ฆTherefore if two lie down together they will keep warm; But how can one be warm alone?โ€

This passage encourages us to reach out for help when needed as it provides comfort during hard times with our enemies.

4. Stand Up For Yourself

Just like Jesus stood up against his critics in John 8:7-11 where He defended Himself against false accusations, we too should stand up for ourselves when dealing with haters - whether it's confronting them directly or defending ourselves against false accusations made by others.

It's important not lose sight of what's right, or be apologetic about who we are, in order realize our fullest potential despite haters trying to bring us down.

5. Live With Purpose

Haters may never go away completely so it's important to find purpose in life without having their approval or validation as motivation.

Proverbs 14:23 states, โ€œAll hard work brings a profit but mere talk leads only to poverty".

Meaningful activities such as working towards goals that further growing up in Christ can provide a sense of fulfillment.

Even if someone who doesn't like us persists, seeking the Lord through it all on purpose can create a more meaningful relationship with Him which almost always ushers in blessings.

How do you pray for someone who you don't like?

When praying for someone who doesnโ€™t like us, it is important to focus on the power of forgiveness and surrendering all feelings of anger or resentment towards them. 

We should start by asking God to help us understand the concept of forgiveness, so that we can forgive ourselves and others as well. 

Praying Bible verses such as, โ€œBe kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave youโ€ (Ephesians 4:32), will help open up our heart so we can learn the importance of mercy and grace towards ourselves and those who we don't like.

We should also pray that our enemy experiences peace, joy, and contentment in their life despite their current circumstances or whatever difficulties they may be facing.

We should express gratitude for them in prayer by thanking God for bringing this person into our lives, even if this person does not like us at the moment.

We can still thank God for teaching us something from this difficult situation.

Finally, when praying for an enemy we must remember to trust in Godโ€™s divine plan for all of us.

He knows why certain people are in our lives even though it may be challenging to understand at times.

Through prayer every day we are able to put our faith in Him when all else fails.

The Lord will never let any harm come upon His children if we entrust everything into His hands completely.


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