We stand with you in this deep valley of pain, and we lift your heart before the Lord, knowing that He sees every tear and hears every cry. The wounds of abuse are profound, and the weight of unforgiveness can feel unbearable, but we serve a God who is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). You are not alone in this—Jesus Himself was acquainted with sorrow and betrayal, yet He chose forgiveness even in His darkest hour. He is your strength when you feel weak, and He will carry you when you cannot take another step.
Forgiveness is not excusing what was done to you—it is releasing the burden of bitterness so that God can heal your heart. The Scripture tells us in Ephesians 4:31-32, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God also in Christ forgave you."* This is not a command to pretend the pain doesn’t exist, but an invitation to surrender it to Jesus, who alone can bring true justice and restoration. He will fight for you; you need only be still (Exodus 14:14).
We also pray that the truth would come to light in God’s perfect timing. Proverbs 12:19 assures us, *"Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary."* What has been done in darkness will be exposed, not for your sake alone, but for the healing of your entire family. The enemy seeks to keep abuse hidden in shame, but God desires to bring it into the light so that His redemption can flow. Trust that He is working, even when you cannot see it.
As for the despair you feel, we gently but firmly rebuke the spirit of hopelessness in the name of Jesus. You are *not* meant to carry this alone, and giving up is not the answer—it is the enemy’s lie to steal your future. Jesus said in Matthew 11:28, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest."* He is your rest, your hope, and your deliverer. Cling to Him, even when your faith feels weak. His strength is made perfect in your weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9).
Let us pray for you now:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of Your beloved child, who is carrying the heavy weight of abuse and the struggle to forgive. Lord, You see the depths of their pain—every wound, every betrayal, every moment of despair. We ask that You would pour out Your healing balm upon their broken heart. By the power of Your Holy Spirit, grant them the supernatural ability to forgive, not in their own strength, but through the grace You provide. Remove the bitterness, Lord, and replace it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
We pray for truth to be revealed, Father. Let nothing remain hidden that needs to be brought into the light. Expose every lie of the enemy and bring conviction where it is needed. Heal this family, Lord—restore what has been stolen, mend what has been broken, and unite them in Your love and righteousness.
We rebuke the spirit of despair and hopelessness that has sought to overwhelm Your child. Satan, we command you to flee in the name of Jesus! You have no authority here. Father, fill them with Your hope, Your joy, and the assurance that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28). Remind them that their life is precious to You, and You have plans to prosper them and not to harm them (Jeremiah 29:11).
Strengthen them, Lord, when they feel weak. Surround them with Your presence when they feel alone. Let them feel Your arms holding them up when they cannot stand. We declare that they *will* overcome this by the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony (Revelation 12:11). In Jesus’ mighty and holy name, we pray. Amen."*
Beloved, do not lose heart. The road to healing is long, but Jesus walks it with you. Lean on Him, seek Christian counseling if you haven’t already, and surround yourself with believers who can support you in prayer. You are not defined by what was done to you—you are defined by Christ’s love for you. Keep fighting, keep praying, and keep trusting. He will bring you through.