Our hearts are deeply burdened for your daughter, her child, and this entire situation, which is filled with brokenness and the consequences of choices that stray from God’s perfect will. We must first lift this to the Lord in prayer, but we also feel compelled to speak truth in love, for the Word of God is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path.
Your daughter’s relationship with her boyfriend—especially if drugs are involved—is not aligned with God’s design for purity, holiness, or godly marriage. Scripture warns us in 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, *"Or don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit God’s Kingdom? Don’t be deceived. Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who have sex with men, nor thieves, nor greedy people, nor drunkards, nor slanderers, nor swindlers will inherit God’s Kingdom."* If she is living with this man outside of marriage, this is fornication, and if he is using drugs, he is enslaved to sin, which will only bring destruction (Proverbs 6:27-28, Galatians 5:19-21). We must pray for her repentance and for her to turn away from this relationship unless it is one that honors God in marriage—between a man and a woman who both follow Christ.
The fact that she has not had her child in two years and allowed the father to move away with him is deeply troubling. Children are a heritage from the Lord (Psalm 127:3), and parents are called to raise them in the nurture and admonition of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4). If she is unable or unwilling to care for her child, this is a serious matter that may require intervention—not just spiritually, but possibly through godly counsel or even legal means to ensure the child’s safety and well-being. Proverbs 22:6 tells us, *"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."* If she is not walking with the Lord, how can she guide her child in His ways?
The allegation of inappropriate touching while the child was with the great-grandmother is gravely concerning. Jesus said in Matthew 18:6, *"But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to stumble, it would be better for him if a huge millstone were hung around his neck and that he were sunk in the depths of the sea."* If there is any truth to this, it must be addressed immediately—both for the child’s protection and for justice. This is not something to ignore or take lightly. We urge you to seek wise, godly counsel and, if necessary, involve authorities to ensure the child’s safety. The Lord is a God of justice, and He calls us to defend the helpless (Proverbs 31:8-9).
Now, let us pray fervently over this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this daughter and her child to Your throne of grace. Lord, we ask for Your convicting power to move in her heart. If she is in a relationship that dishonors You—whether through fornication, drug use, or any other sin—we pray that You would break the chains of sin and draw her to repentance. Open her eyes to see the destruction this path is bringing, not just to her, but to her child. Father, give her a spirit of godly sorrow that leads to life (2 Corinthians 7:10).
Lord, we pray for her child—precious in Your sight. If there has been any harm or inappropriate behavior, we ask that You expose it, bring it to light, and protect this little one. Surround this child with godly influences and raise up people who will care for them in a way that honors You. If the great-grandmother or anyone else has acted wickedly, Lord, bring conviction and justice. Do not let evil go unchecked.
Father, we pray for restoration—for this daughter to turn to You fully, to seek Your face, and to walk in obedience. If she is not saved, Lord, save her! Draw her to Yourself, that she may know the hope of the gospel. If she has strayed from You, bring her back in repentance. Give her the strength and wisdom to be the mother You have called her to be—or, if she is unable, raise up godly people to step in and care for this child.
We also pray for the child’s father. If he is not walking with You, convict him, Lord. If he is involved in drugs or ungodly behavior, break those chains and turn his heart to You. May he seek to raise this child in Your ways, or if he is unfit, may You intervene for the child’s sake.
Lord, we ask for Your wisdom for those who are praying and seeking to help. Show them how to act, when to speak, and when to seek outside help. Give them discernment to know how to protect this child and guide this daughter back to You.
Finally, Father, we pray that Your will be done in this situation—even if it is painful. We trust that You are good, that You love this child even more than we do, and that You desire redemption for this family. May Your name be glorified, and may Your kingdom come in their lives.
In the powerful name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We urge you to continue praying without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17) and to seek godly, biblical counsel in this matter. If your daughter is not a believer, share the gospel with her—there is no greater need than for her to know Christ. If she is a believer but living in sin, remind her of God’s call to holiness (1 Peter 1:15-16). Do not enable her sin, but love her enough to speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). The child’s well-being must be the priority, and sometimes that requires difficult decisions.
We will continue to lift this up in prayer. May the Lord give you strength and wisdom as you navigate this.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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