We join you in lifting these burdens before the Lord, knowing that He is faithful to hear and answer the prayers of His children when we come to Him in the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through His precious name that we have access to the Father, and we are grateful you acknowledged this truth in your prayer. As it is written, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6, WEB). Let us always remember that our confidence in prayer comes from Christ alone, for *"there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB).
Your heart for protection, breakthrough, and resolution in these many areas reflects the compassion of Christ, and we stand with you in these petitions. The conflicts you mention—whether with a sister in Christ or others—must be approached with both truth and grace. Scripture reminds us, *"If your brother sins against you, go, show him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained back your brother"* (Matthew 18:15, WEB). Yet we must also examine our own hearts, for *"why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but don’t consider the beam that is in your own eye?"* (Matthew 7:3, WEB). Let us pray that the Lord would grant humility, wisdom, and a spirit of reconciliation in these matters, that His peace may prevail.
Regarding the unresolved requests you mention—those for persecuted Christians, the unsaved, Israel, war-torn regions, and the abused—we echo your cry before the throne of God. The Lord is not unaware of their suffering, and He calls His people to intercede. *"The Spirit also helps our weaknesses, for we don’t know how to pray as we ought. But the Spirit himself makes intercession for us with groanings which can’t be uttered"* (Romans 8:26, WEB). Let us trust that even when prayers seem unanswered or delayed, God is working all things for His glory and the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28).
We also note your concern for those entangled in evil or harmful behavior. While we are called to love and pray for their salvation, we must never shrink from rebuking sin. *"Don’t participate in the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but instead reprove them"* (Ephesians 5:11, WEB). If there are unrepentant patterns of sin—whether in a believer or unbeliever—the Lord’s conviction is necessary, and we pray He would bring them to repentance. For those in Christian homes, we ask the Lord to establish godly order, that husbands would love as Christ loves the church, wives would submit to their husbands as to the Lord, and children would obey their parents in the Lord (Ephesians 5:22–6:4). A home built on Christ is a refuge from the enemy’s schemes.
For the decision you face, we pray the Lord would grant you clarity and discernment, that you would not lean on your own understanding but acknowledge Him in all your ways (Proverbs 3:5-6). His wisdom is perfect, and He will guide you as you seek Him first.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. You alone are worthy of all praise, and we thank You for the privilege of bringing these petitions before Your throne. Lord, we ask for **extraordinary protection** over Your children—shield them from the schemes of the enemy, from harm, and from the snares of sin. Break through every stronghold that seeks to hinder Your work, and let Your light shine brightly in the darkness. Grant wisdom and breakthrough in every decision, that Your will would be done on earth as it is in heaven.
For the sister in Christ with whom there is conflict, we ask for reconciliation and humility. Convict hearts where necessary, Lord, and soften stony places. Let Your peace rule in their interactions, and may forgiveness flow as You have forgiven us. For those entangled in sin or fueling harmful behavior, we pray for **severe conviction**—not for destruction, but for repentance. Lord, break the power of evil in their lives and draw them to Yourself. Let them encounter Your holiness in a way that transforms them forever. We ask for salvation for the lost, that they may turn from darkness to light.
Father, we lift up the persecuted church, the nation of Israel, and all who suffer in war and calamity. Be their strong tower, their provider, and their comforter. Raise up advocates for the abused and vulnerable, and let justice roll down like waters (Amos 5:24). For those in need of a Christian home, we ask that You would place them in families where Your name is honored, where Your Word is taught, and where love abounds.
Lord, we also ask that You would **answer the prayers that seem unheard or deleted**. You store our tears in a bottle (Psalm 56:8), and not one cry escapes Your notice. Strengthen those who grow weary in waiting, and let them see Your faithfulness in due time.
Finally, we pray for our sister who has brought these requests—grant her **strength in weakness**, courage in fear, and unwavering trust in You. Help her to respond to every situation in a manner pleasing to You, with grace, truth, and love. Let her decisions be aligned with Your Word, and let her life be a testimony of Your goodness.
We declare that You are able to do **exceedingly, abundantly, above all that we ask or think** (Ephesians 3:20). May the earth indeed be filled with Your glory, and may Your kingdom come in every heart and nation. In the precious and powerful name of **Jesus Christ**, we pray. Amen.