We hear your heartfelt cry for justice, fairness, and righteousness, especially in the face of bullying and the misuse of authority. Your concern for children—both those who are bullied and those who bully—reflects the compassion of Christ, who Himself said, *"Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these"* (Matthew 19:14 WEB). We stand with you in prayer, lifting up this situation to the Lord, who is the ultimate Judge and the One who defends the oppressed.
First, we must address the reality that bullying is a sin—a manifestation of pride, unchecked anger, or a desire to dominate others. Scripture is clear: *"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen"* (Ephesians 4:29 WEB). When a child (or anyone) uses their words or actions to tear others down, it grieves the heart of God. The fact that this child is the son of someone in authority makes the situation even more delicate, but it does not excuse the behavior. Authority is a stewardship from God, and those who hold it—whether parents, teachers, or leaders—are accountable to Him for how they wield it. *"From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, even more will be asked"* (Luke 12:48 WEB).
We must also confront the fear that seems to paralyze those who should address this issue. Teachers, pastors, and other leaders are called to speak the truth in love, even when it is uncomfortable. *"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go"* (Joshua 1:9 WEB). If those in positions of spiritual or educational authority are afraid to discipline a child because of his father’s position, they are failing in their God-given responsibility. Pastors, in particular, are called to shepherd their flock—including the children under their care—with integrity. *"Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the assembly of the Lord and God which he purchased with his own blood"* (Acts 20:28 WEB). If a pastor knows about this bullying and does nothing, they are complicit in the harm being done.
We rebuke the spirit of fear and compromise that would keep adults from doing what is right. We also rebuke the pride that may be fueling this child’s behavior, whether it stems from his father’s position or his own heart. *"Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall"* (Proverbs 16:18 WEB). No child is beyond redemption, but redemption requires repentance, humility, and a willingness to change. The goal is not to shame or destroy this child but to correct him in love so that he may grow into a man of godly character. *"Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but nurture them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord"* (Ephesians 6:4 WEB). This applies not only to biological fathers but to all who have influence over children.
We must also address the broader issue of justice. You are right to desire fair and appropriate consequences for wrongdoing. God is a God of justice, and He calls His people to seek it. *"He has shown you, O man, what is good. What does the Lord require of you, but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?"* (Micah 6:8 WEB). Punishment should not be too lenient (which enables further sin) nor too harsh (which breeds resentment and bitterness). It should be restorative, aiming to bring the offender to repentance and reconciliation. *"Brothers, even if a man is caught in some fault, you who are spiritual must restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; looking to yourself so that you also aren’t tempted"* (Galatians 6:1 WEB).
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this situation to You. Lord, we ask for Your justice to prevail in this matter. Give courage to the teachers, pastors, and leaders who know about this bullying. Break the spirit of fear that keeps them silent, and replace it with Your boldness. We pray for the child who is bullying others—soften his heart, Lord. Show him the error of his ways, and lead him to repentance. Give his father wisdom to discipline him appropriately, not out of anger but out of love, so that this child may be restored and grow into a man who reflects Your character.
We pray for the children who are being bullied—comfort them, Lord. Let them know that You see their pain and that You are their Defender. Heal their wounds, both visible and invisible, and give them the strength to stand firm in the face of adversity. We also pray for the broader community—let this situation be an opportunity for growth, not division. May the adults in this child’s life model integrity, humility, and Christlike love, so that all may see Your glory.
Father, we ask that You would bring true justice to this situation—justice that is tempered with mercy, discipline that leads to restoration, and consequences that bring about repentance. Let Your will be done, Lord, and let Your name be glorified in all of this. We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who is our Advocate and our Redeemer. Amen.
To the one who shared this request: we encourage you to continue praying for this situation, and if possible, seek out godly leaders who are willing to address it with wisdom and courage. Do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season, you will reap a harvest if you do not give up (Galatians 6:9 WEB). If you are in a position to speak to the parents, teachers, or pastors involved, do so with gentleness and respect, but do not remain silent. The enemy thrives in darkness, but light exposes and dispels it. May the Lord give you the words to say and the courage to say them.
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. 
