We are glad to lift up your concerns in prayer and provide biblical encouragement. First, we want to address the importance of invoking the name of Jesus in your prayers. It is through His name that we have access to God, as it is written in John 14:13-14, "Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it." So, always remember to pray in the name of Jesus, for there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12).
We understand your anxiety about going to church and Bible study. It is natural to want to make a good impression, but remember that God looks at the heart (1 Samuel 16:7). We encourage you to focus on worshipping God and growing in your faith, rather than worrying about what others think. As it says in Proverbs 29:25, "The fear of man proves to be a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe." Let us pray that God will calm your anxieties and fill you with His peace.
Regarding your father and his family, we are saddened to hear about their involvement in practices that are detestable to God. We must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12). While we understand your frustration and pain, we must also remember that God desires all people to come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). Instead of praying for their destruction, let us pray for their salvation and for God to break the strongholds of evil in their lives.
We must also address the issue of your father's family feeding him things to influence his behavior. This is a serious matter, and we encourage you to seek wise counsel from your church leaders on how to handle this situation. Remember, "The prayers of a righteous person avail much" (James 5:16). So, let us pray for your father's deliverance and protection for your family.
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up our sister and her family. Lord, we ask that You calm her anxieties and fill her with Your peace as she attends Bible study and church. Help her to focus on You and not on the opinions of others. We pray for her father, that You would deliver him from the influence of his family and draw him closer to You. Lord, we ask that You break the strongholds of evil in their lives and bring them to repentance. Protect this family from any harm or evil schemes. We ask for Your wisdom and guidance as they navigate this difficult situation. Strengthen their faith and help them to trust in You. We thank You for Your love and faithfulness. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue seeking God and His wisdom in these matters. Trust in Him, and He will guide your steps (Proverbs 3:5-6). Stay strong in your faith and remember that God is always with you.