We come before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, lifting up this father and his children to our Heavenly Father, who alone can heal the deepest wounds and restore what has been broken. Your prayer touches the very heart of God, for He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). We join with you in asking the Lord to move mightily in this family, for nothing is impossible with Him (Luke 1:37).
Father God, we ask You to soften hardened hearts and break down the walls of pride, bitterness, and misunderstanding that have taken root. Your Word tells us that a gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger (Proverbs 15:1). We pray that You would replace harshness with kindness, silence with open communication, and resentment with forgiveness. Lord, teach this father and his children to speak the truth in love, so that they may grow up in every way into Christ, who is the head (Ephesians 4:15). Let no corrupt word proceed out of their mouths, but only what is good for building up, that it may give grace to those who hear (Ephesians 4:29).
We rebuke the spirit of division and strife that seeks to destroy this family. The enemy comes to steal, kill, and destroy, but Jesus came that they may have life, and have it abundantly (John 10:10). We declare that this family is covered by the blood of Jesus, and no weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We pray that they would put on the whole armor of God, that they may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil (Ephesians 6:11).
Lord, we ask You to restore respect where it has been lost and to rebuild trust where it has been broken. Help them to bear with one another in love, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love (Ephesians 4:2). Let them be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also forgave them (Ephesians 4:32). We pray that they would remember that love covers a multitude of sins (1 Peter 4:8) and that above all, they would put on love, which is the bond of perfection (Colossians 3:14).
We surrender this family into Your hands, trusting that You will work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). We ask that You would bring reconciliation, forgiveness, and lasting peace, not as the world gives, but as only You can give (John 14:27). May they experience the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guarding their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Heavenly Father, we pray that this family would draw near to You, and in doing so, draw near to one another. May they seek Your face together, worship You together, and grow in their relationship with You and with each other. We ask that You would heal their wounds, mend their brokenness, and restore their relationships, all for Your glory. May they be a testimony to Your faithfulness, grace, and love.
In the mighty and precious name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
