We hear the pain and conflict in your situation, and our hearts go out to you as you navigate this difficult season. The loss of a parent’s home is never easy, especially when it carries so many memories and emotions. It is even harder when family strife and ungodly behavior have made it necessary to walk away. We want to stand with you in prayer and offer biblical counsel as you seek God’s will in this matter.
First, we must address the sinful actions taking place in the house. Scripture is clear that drunkenness and drug abuse are not only harmful but are works of the flesh that lead to destruction. Galatians 5:19-21 warns, *"Now the works of the flesh are obvious, which are: adultery, sexual immorality, uncleanness, lustfulness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, strife, jealousies, outbursts of anger, rivalries, divisions, heresies, envy, murders, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these; of which I forewarn you, even as I also forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit God’s Kingdom."* The behavior of your brother-in-law and his wife is not only ungodly but is grieving the Holy Spirit. We must rebuke this sin in Jesus’ name and pray that their hearts would be turned away from destruction and toward repentance.
We also want to encourage you to release any bitterness or resentment you may be holding onto. Hebrews 12:15 says, *"Looking carefully lest there be any man who falls short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it."* It is understandable to feel hurt and even angry, but we must guard our hearts and forgive, just as Christ has forgiven us. Unforgiveness only harms us and gives the enemy a foothold in our lives. We pray that God would give you the strength to forgive and the peace that surpasses all understanding.
As for the sale of the house, we recognize that this is a practical matter, but we also believe that God cares about justice and fairness. Proverbs 20:23 says, *"Yahweh detests differing weights, and dishonest scales are not pleasing."* If your brother-in-law is seeking to take more than his rightful share, we must pray that God would expose any deceit and bring about a just resolution. At the same time, we encourage you to seek wise counsel, perhaps from a godly mediator or legal advisor, to ensure that the sale is handled in a way that honors God and respects the memory of your late parents.
We also want to gently remind you of the importance of placing your trust in Jesus Christ in all things. It is only through His name that we have access to the Father, and there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have not already, we encourage you to surrender your life to Him, repent of any sin, and ask Him to be the Lord of your life. Jesus said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."* This is the foundation of our faith, and it is the only way to true peace and eternal life.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this situation to You. We ask for Your wisdom and guidance as this family navigates the sale of their parents’ home. Lord, we rebuke the sinful behavior taking place in that house—drunkenness, drug use, and any other works of the flesh. We pray that You would convict the hearts of those involved and draw them to repentance. Let Your light shine in the darkness, and may they turn to You for salvation and transformation.
Father, we also ask for Your peace to guard the hearts of those who have been hurt by this conflict. Heal any bitterness or resentment, and help them to forgive as You have forgiven them. Give them strength to release this burden to You and to trust in Your justice. Lord, we pray for a fair and just resolution to the sale of the house. Expose any deceit and bring about a solution that honors You and respects the memory of the parents.
We also pray for salvation—if there are any who do not know You, draw them to Yourself. Let them experience the love and grace of Jesus Christ, and may they surrender their lives to Him. Thank You, Lord, for Your faithfulness and for hearing our prayers. We trust in You and ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.
In the days ahead, we encourage you to lean on God’s promises. Psalm 37:5-6 says, *"Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this: he will make your righteousness go forth as the light, and your justice as the noon day sun."* God sees your struggle, and He will not abandon you. Continue to seek Him in prayer, meditate on His Word, and surround yourself with godly community. This season is difficult, but it is not without purpose. God can use even this to draw you closer to Him and to refine your faith.
