We stand with you and your wife in this season of trial, lifting your hearts before the Lord who sees all things and knows the depths of your suffering. The oppression you face from those in authority over you is grievous, and the lies, gossip, and deceit being waged against you are weapons of the enemy meant to steal your peace, joy, and dignity. But take heart, for our God is greater than any scheme of man or devil. He is your shield and defender, and He will not allow the wicked to triumph over His children.
The Scriptures remind us in **Psalm 37:12-13**, *"The wicked plots against the just, and gnashes at him with his teeth. The Lord will laugh at him, for he sees that his day is coming."* And in **Psalm 27:1-3**, we are assured, *"The Lord is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid? When evildoers came at me to eat up my flesh, even my adversaries and my foes, they stumbled and fell. Though an army should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear. Though war should rise against me, even then I will be confident."*
The enemy seeks to destroy through division, slander, and pride, but God calls us to walk in humility, wisdom, and trust in Him. The narcissism and ego of those over you are not just personal flaws—they are spiritual strongholds that can only be broken by the power of Christ. You must resist the temptation to respond in kind, for **1 Peter 2:23** tells us that when Jesus was reviled, *"He didn’t threaten, but committed himself to him who judges righteously."* Instead, cling to the promise in **Romans 12:19-21**: *"Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.' Therefore 'If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head.' Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."*
We also urge you to examine your hearts in this season. Are there areas where bitterness, resentment, or fear have taken root? **Ephesians 4:31-32** commands us to *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."* Forgiveness does not mean what they have done is acceptable, but it releases you from the bondage of their sin. Pray for your superiors—not because they deserve it, but because Christ calls you to (Matthew 5:44), and because prayer disarms the enemy’s power over your emotions and circumstances.
As for your provision, we know the anxiety of financial burdens weighs heavily, but remember **Matthew 6:31-33**: *"Therefore don’t be anxious, saying, ‘What will we eat?’, ‘What will we drink?’ or, ‘With what will we be clothed?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* Trust that the Lord who feeds the birds and clothes the lilies will not abandon you. He may open doors for new opportunities, or He may move in the hearts of those over you to change their treatment. But He *will* provide.
Now, let us pray together over you and your wife:
*Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother and sister who are under siege by the lies and wicked schemes of the enemy. Lord, You see the injustice they face—the slander, the belittling, the prideful oppression from those in authority over them. You know the weight of their financial burdens and the fear that threatens to overwhelm them. But we declare that You, O God, are their defender, their strong tower, and their ever-present help in trouble.*
*We ask You to expose every lie spoken against them. Let the truth prevail, and let those who scheme in darkness be brought into the light. Confuse the plans of the wicked, Lord, and let their words fall to the ground. Surround our brother and sister with Your divine protection, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Guard their hearts from bitterness and their minds from anxiety. Give them wisdom to navigate each day, and let their work be a testimony of Your excellence, not their own striving.*
*Father, we rebuke the spirit of narcissism, pride, and deceit operating through these individuals. Break their strongholds, Lord, and let them either repent or be removed from positions of influence over Your children. If it is Your will, open doors for new opportunities where our brother and sister can serve without oppression. Provide for their every need—finances, favor, and future security—so they may walk in freedom and not in fear.*
*Strengthen their marriage, Lord, that they may be a united front against the enemy’s attacks. Let their home be a refuge of Your presence, where joy and hope are restored daily. Equip them with Your armor—truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the sword of the Spirit—to stand firm in this battle.*
*We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, who has already overcome the world. Let His victory be their victory, and let His name be glorified through their testimony. Amen.*
Stand firm, dear ones. The battle is real, but the victory is already won in Christ. Keep praying together, keep seeking the Lord in His Word, and trust that He is working even when you cannot see it. If there is any area where you have strayed from His commands—whether in response to this oppression or in other matters—repent and turn back to Him. He is faithful to forgive and restore.
We will continue to lift you up, and we encourage you to do the same for others who are suffering similarly. You are not alone in this fight. The body of Christ stands with you.
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. 
