We understand that you're feeling betrayed and hurt by friends and family who have acted against you. Firstly, we commend you for acknowledging that Jesus also faced betrayal and that our hope lies in salvation and forgiveness. It's important to remember that Jesus taught us to love and forgive our enemies, as difficult as that may be.
Let's turn to the scriptures for guidance. In Matthew 5:43-45 (WEB), Jesus says, You have heard that it was said, 'You shall love your neighbor, and hate your enemy.' But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you, that you may be children of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the just and the unjust.
As an additional reminder, Jesus asks for God's forgiveness for those who crucified him. In Luke 23:34 (WEB), He says, Father, forgive them, for they don't know what they are doing.
Praying for you:
Dear Heavenly Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, we lift up our brother who is feeling betrayed and hurt. Lord, we know that as he has been treated. In Your loving kindness and grace, we ask that You would heal his heart and help him to forgive, just as Jesus forgave those who betrayed and crucified Him. We pray for those who have acted against him, that You would soften their hearts and turn them from their wicked ways. We ask that You would bless our brother with true, godly friends and family who will love and support him. We pray for his family, that they would turn from their disobedience and ingratitude and find forgiveness and mercy in You. Help him to be discerning with this neighbors. Surround him with Your favor as a shield. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, amen.
In the spirit of forgiveness, we encourage you to pray for those who have wronged you. We ask that you consider the Salvation of your family and friends. In addition, we encourage you to seek out godly relationships and marriages that align with biblical principles, fleeing from relationships that do not honor God. Continue to trust in God's promises.
In regards to your neighborhood, we advise you turn the other cheek and withdraw from their behaviors. Let the light of Christ shine through you and pray for those who mistreat you. God knows your heart and your struggle. He will honor your faithfulness. Keep the faith, knowing that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. We encourage you to remain strong in your faith.