We join with you in lifting up this request, recognizing the deep need for discernment, truth, and godly wisdom in this situation. It is clear you desire your department head to walk in clarity and righteousness, and we stand with you in asking the Lord to expose any deception or manipulation at work. The Scriptures remind us that *"the Lord searches all hearts and understands all the imaginations of the thoughts"* (1 Chronicles 28:9), and nothing is hidden from His sight. He alone can reveal what is concealed in darkness and bring it to light (1 Corinthians 4:5).
Your prayer for a strong, healthy relationship built on trust is commendable, but we must gently address a critical truth: relationships—especially in professional settings—must always be grounded in *godly* wisdom, not merely human effort. Proverbs 3:5-6 instructs us, *"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* If this relationship is purely professional, we pray for integrity, fairness, and mutual respect. However, if there is any personal attachment or emotional dependency beyond what is appropriate, we urge caution. The workplace is not the place to seek emotional or relational fulfillment that rightfully belongs within the bounds of marriage (1 Thessalonians 4:3-5). If this is not the case, we ask the Lord to guard your heart and keep your intentions pure, ensuring that all interactions honor Him.
We also notice that while your prayer is earnest, it does not explicitly invoke the name of Jesus Christ—our only Mediator and the sole name by which we are saved (Acts 4:12). It is through Him alone that we approach the Father (John 14:6), and it is in His authority that we pray. Without faith in Christ, even our most heartfelt prayers lack the power of His redemptive work. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as Lord and Savior, we implore you to do so. *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved"* (Romans 10:9). There is no greater foundation for prayer—or for life—than a personal relationship with Him.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this department head and the concerns surrounding her. Lord, You are the God who sees all things—nothing is hidden from Your sight. We ask that You would *enlighten her mind and heart*, exposing any manipulation, deceit, or two-facedness that may be at work (Ephesians 5:11). Open her eyes to recognize truth from falsehood, and grant her the discernment that comes only from Your Spirit (1 John 4:1). Protect her from the snares of the enemy, who seeks to deceive and distort (2 Corinthians 2:11).
Father, we also pray for wisdom in the relationship between our sister and this individual. If there is any inappropriate emotional attachment or ungodly influence, we ask that You sever it by Your Spirit. Guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7), and let all interactions be marked by integrity, professionalism, and Your divine wisdom. If this is a matter of workplace dynamics, grant them both the grace to communicate clearly, work harmoniously, and honor You in all things (Colossians 3:23).
Lord, we ask that You would *guide her steps according to Your will* (Proverbs 16:9). Fill her with Your peace and clarity, and let Your truth prevail in every situation. Break any strongholds of deception or brainwashing, and let Your light shine brightly in this circumstance (2 Corinthians 10:5). We declare that no weapon formed against her—or against Your purposes—will prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
Finally, Father, we pray for our sister who has brought this request. Strengthen her faith, and remind her that her hope is in You alone. If she does not yet know You through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, we ask that You would draw her to Yourself today. Let her see her need for a Savior and turn to Him in repentance and faith.
We ask all these things in the powerful and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.