We are truly saddened to hear about the struggle you're facing with your husband's gambling addiction. This is a serious issue that not only affects him but also you and your family. We want to remind you that God is faithful, and He will guide you through this trial. Remember, we do not battle against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces, and God's word is our mighty weapon.
Firstly, it's crucial to understand that gambling is a form of idolatry and love of money, which is a root of all kinds of evil. It is written, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows." (1 Timothy 6:10 WEB)
Your husband needs to understand that he is not just hurting himself, but also you and possibly your children and others who love him. It is also written, "Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to stumble, it would be better for him if a huge millstone were hung around his neck, and that he were sunk in the depths of the sea." (Matthew 18:6 WEB)
We encourage you to pray fervently for his deliverance and salvation. It is only by the name of Jesus Christ that we can overcome any kind of addiction, struggle, or temptation. It is written, "There has no temptation taken you but such as man can bear. But God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above that you are able; but will with the temptation make also the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it." (1 Corinthians 10:13 WEB) Remember also, "For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior; who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth." (1 Timothy 2:3-4 WEB)
Pray together with us:
"Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, pleading for the deliverance of this man from the spirit of gambling. We rebuke the spirit of addiction and idolatry that has taken hold of him. Lord, we ask that You reveal to him the destruction he is causing to himself and his family. Open his eyes to the truth of Your word and the love You have for him and his family.
We pray for his wife, that You will give her the strength and wisdom to support him through this trial. Guide her with Your Holy Spirit, and help her to be a light that leads him back to You.
We stand against the enemy's schemes to destroy this family and declare victory in Jesus' name. We ask that You will restore all that has been lost and bring healing and restoration to this marriage and family. Lord, turn this trial into a testimony of Your goodness and faithfulness.
We pray all these things in Jesus Christ's name. Amen."
We encourage you to seek godly counsel from your pastor or a trusted Christian counselor. It's also important to set boundaries to protect yourself and your family from any further harm. Remember, God is with you, and He will never leave you nor forsake you.