Pray for New York!! Close the Gates of New York!

This is an original post from July 8, 2018 that has been modified as of August 2, 2022, which includes an updated prayer strategy. I believe this is an urgent word from the Lord. He is calling on the prayer warriors to thwart the plans of the enemy in this hour. The enemy has plans for war on an unprecedented level but the prayers of God' people will greatly affect the outcome. Do not be fearful, but pray the Lord's victory is implemented quickly!

The following dream was from 4 years ago, but this is the season for that word. Last night (July 7, 2018) I awoke from a dream which contained a visit from an angel. In the dream, I saw myself having a conversation with a woman who thanked me for an article I wrote called Strengthening the Line of Defense. Although that was not the actual name of the article, because of the verbiage I immediately recognized the words I had used that came from a prayer strategy over the United States. 

The woman and I were discussing how to be more effective in the prayer declaration. (This is the reason for updates to this article and prayer decree today). At the time, I was frustrated because I needed to get to New York, but I was afraid of getting a flat tire, so I was preparing to walk. Then a kind gentleman appeared and said I didn't have to walk, but he would take me there. That was the end of the dream.

I asked the Lord to show me if there was anything more to the dream I had, and to let me have a second dream to show me any other details I needed to understand. Right before I awoke this morning, I simply heard the words, "Close the gate in New York. Close it now!" End of dream.

When I think of what God showed me in a recent dream from March of this year, I saw bombs being dropped on the East Coast. I felt like there were explosions going off in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at the Old State Bell House. This is the location of the Liberty Bell. I also saw planes dropping bombs in what looked like New York. People were scrambling to get to a safe place. That is why I know the Lord impressed upon me to republish this word now, with a few changes to the decree at the end.

When I think of the message of this dream, coupled with the dream about "closing the gate in New York" from July 2018, I believe there is an imminent threat against these physical locations because they prophetically represent our personal freedoms. I do not want to convey fear because God will have His way and we know that He gives us advance notice so that prayer can achieve His desired outcome. Ellis Island and Liberty Island are huge tourism spots that are sites of large crowds all year long, but especially in the summer months. Liberty Island is the location of the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island has a long history of being a 'gateway' of immgration into America. This is also a location of ferry services. These two islands  speak of our liberties. There is also Castle Clinton, a fort on a manmade island known as Battery Park, which is one of three forts constructed to defend New York City back in the early 1800's.  There is also Castle Williams on Governor's Island, Fort Wood on Liberty Island, and Fort Gibson on Ellis Island. All of these places are a huge part of American history, which is why they are also prime targets of any enemy that seeks to send an important message: they want to destroy our hope and destroy our liberties! Many enemies of America are hidden among us. The enemy always postions his influencers at the gates but as God's children we declare the gates of hell will not prevail! In the recent dream, I also had the distinct feeling that the American government was also a part of declaring war on their people and trying to take away our freedom. Now, some of what I saw may reference symbolic messages such as "truth bombs" and "explosions of truth" that will send shockwaves around the world. But, I also believe there is another aspect that pertains to actual acts of war against us as a nation, especially in light of a top al-Qaeda leader hit by a drone strike yeserday. There is another tourist spot called the Gate of New York in Central Park. Lastly, what I tend to think of as a "gate" is the port of New York and New Jersey, a shipping and transport system over the waterway. All of these are possible places the enemy might target for destruction, but again, please do not be full of fear. We take these things in prayer to our Father who will turn what the enemy means for evil into a great turnaround. Declare the name of Jehovah Nissi our victory into the stronghold and secret places of the enemy. He alone will turn the tables on the enemy!

Allow me to call your attention to the word ‘Gate’ in Genesis 24:60. The promise to multiply and be fruitful is one part of the promise, but possessing the gates of enemies is quite another. Some translations say ‘take over the affairs of the city.’

The gate was where all the central activity of that city occurred. Judicial matters and court settlements occurred at the gate. The gate of the city was also where business transactions took place and messages were heralded. If a person wanted to deliver a message that would reach the masses, they announced it at the gate. It was the center of marketplace activity as well. A gate, also referred to as a door, is an entrance or an exit into something greater.

This is not the first dream I have had warning me of potential trouble or a terrorist attack planned for New York. The Lord wanted me to know that we need to pray to hold the line of defense in New York, but I believe we should also to pray specifically over the tourism places and shipping port. A gate is significant of an opening, a doorway that leads to other things. A gate is a movable barrier of some sort, that permits or denies access or passage of people, vehicles, goods or other things. I believe it can also represent the transit system and shipping because it is a port city. Many illegal things come in and out of port cities. It is a major gateway for human trafficking. I believe there are also underground tunnels the enemy is using to go undetected that the Lord wants us to close in the spirit. When a nation is known for allowing human trafficking and making slaves of others, the law of sowing and reaping demands that those that take people into captivity must then go into captivity. Let this be a major area of prayer as we go before the Lord!

The great news is, IT IS A MOVABLE BARRIER! Yes, it CAN be moved out of the way! The Lord is trying to help us pray specific, targeted prayers so that we can be more effective against the enemy. Remember, the words of the Lord were to pray to CLOSE THE GATE IN NEW YORK. That could also be a demonic portal of some sort, or something the enemy is using to come and go undetected. In order to close demonic portals, we must first cover the sins that opened those portals in the blood of Jesus, through prayers of identificational repentance. Let's pray those effective and fervent prayers that shut the enemy down before any evil plans can be executed. 


Father God,

I thank You for showing us how to release strategic prayers. Please forgive the sin, iniquity and transgressions of idolatry, rebellion, witchcraft, control and serving other gods that allowed ungodly gates and portals to open over our nation and in our individual lives. Forgive the sins of lust, greed and covetousness for selfish gain. Forgive us for innocent bloodshed and making slaves of others, stripping them of their freedoms. We repent and ask You to forgive our sin, for it is great. We take responsibility for those that settled the land, our forefathers, ancestors and ourselves, and ask that You please place the blood of Jesus upon them. We do not deserve Your mercy, Father, but we ask You to extend mercy upon this nation. Please remember Your covenant with us for Your namesake.

In the name and authority of Jesus Christ, and according to Your word in Isaiah 22:22, I command every gateway and door that the enemy is using to his advantage to be closed immediately. I command this gate to be locked to the enemy's plans and purposes, but open to the Lord Jesus Christ and His purposes. 

I decree a release of safety and protection over my family, city and our nation according to Psalm 91.

I declare those who can stop destruction before it can spread are divinely directed and put in position to be at the right place and time, and they will take appropriate action in Jesus’ Name.

I ask You, Father, to allow the right people, those that have the authority, power, and influence to stop evil plans to be made aware so that those that would plan destruction would be arrested and brought to justice. Secure the lines of our inheritance, Father, and let angelic hosts be released to fight these battles in the airwaves, on land, and sea. I thank You that what the enemy has meant for harm, will be turned around for good. 

I decree divine intervention over the enemy’s plans of destruction over American cities and our nation. I declare supernatural overthrow of evil plans for war. May the destruction of the destroyer and wicked rulers be halted in place in Jesus’ Name, and the weapons of the destroyer fail in the hands of those that conspire evil, destruction and terror over Your people, O God. Remember Your covenant with us and this nation for Your namesake, O God.

I declare according to Ezekiel 21:14-17 the sword of the Lord is coming down hard and those that conspire evil against the citizens of this nation will not escape. The inescapable, relentless sword of the Lord (the word of God) is released against enemies both foreign and domestic. People will collapse left and right like dominos, and the sword of the Lord is positioned at every gate of New York City. As it is written, 

"Flashing like lightning,

  brandished murderously.

 Cut to the right, thrust to the left,

  murderous, sharp-edged sword!

 Then I’ll clap my hands,

  a signal that my anger is spent.

  I, God, have spoken.” 

I declare the gates and spiritual portals in New York and surrounding areas that are targeted for destruction are protected by the angels of God. I declare a release of angelic hosts to close the gates in the spirit realm according to Acts 12:9-10.

I declare The LORD of Hosts and His angel armies have lifted up the battle cry, set battering rams against the gates and strongholds of the enemy, and laid siege against the enemy according to Ezekiel 21:22 and Ezekiel 4:2.

I declare, according to Isaiah 24:12, the enemy is left desolate and his gates are battered to ruins.

I declare to the wicked counselors positioned within the city gates: You have devised evil against Your people. Therefore, I decree the word of the Lord: For I know the things that come into your mind. You have multiplied iniquitiy and filled the streets with the slain. You have been a partner with evil and conspired to make slaves of others.I will bring a sword against you. I will deliver you into the hands of strangers and execute My judgments on you. You will fall by the sword and you will know that I am the Lord, for you have not walked in my statues nor executed my judgments, but have done according to the Gentiles which are all around you.

I declare 'the words of the Lord shall not be postponed any more, but the word which I speak will be done,' says the Lord. 

I release an indictment against ungodly stewards, leaders and the kingpins in positions of authority and influence in this city and in this nation.You have seen their evil plans and intention to take Your people into captivity and destroy our freedoms. You have been witness to covenants of compromise and evil made for the sake of selfish gain. I declare their foot is caught in the snare they have set for others, and they shall be carried away into captivity. Spread Your net over them, O God, and catch them in Your snare. Scatter anyone that attempts to help the ungodly carry out attacks against our freedoms, treasonous plans and acts of war. Let Your sword chase them down so they know You are the Lord. I decree judgment with mercy over them as You see fit, in Jesus' name. 

I declare the enemy shall not come in this city according to Isaiah 37:32-34.

I declare Jesus Christ is our shield and exceedingly great reward. 

I decree the weapons of the enemy fail in his hands in Jesus name, according to Isaiah 54:17.

I declare according to Genesis 22:17 the children of God possess the gates of our enemies and we lock them out with the authority given to us by our Father.

I take the authority given to me and according to Isaiah 22:22 close the gates and doors the enemy wants to use to bring destruction.

I ask You, Father, to release the angels of heaven to come bind the strongman of Appolyon and the angel of death and destruction according to Matthew 12:22-29 as I say, "Let the strongmen be bound in Jesus' name!" Let the Spirit of Life prevail in Jesus' name!

I declare a supernatural shift in the hearts, minds, emotions and allegiances to those the enemy is using to carry out evil plans and schemes. Let their be light in the darkened hearts. Open their eyes to the misery they feel and that which they cause to others, and give them a change of heart. Bring them to the Lord's side, and let them disclose every evil scheme that they have knowledge of so that the destroyers plans are spoiled. Let those the enemy has targeted for destruction discover the plots before they can be executed. In Jesus name, amen.