We hear your struggle and the deep frustration that comes from dealing with someone who sows discord and selfishness in your workplace, especially when that person is also family. The Bible warns us clearly about such behavior: *"A perverse man stirs up strife, and a whisperer separates close friends"* (Proverbs 16:28). This coworker’s actions are not only harmful to you but grieve the heart of God, who calls us to love, humility, and unity.
First, we must rebuke the spirit of pride, envy, and malice at work in this situation. Scripture tells us, *"God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble"* (James 4:6). This coworker’s egotism and selfishness are direct opposition to God’s design for relationships, which should reflect Christ’s love and servanthood. We declare in Jesus’ name that any spirit of division, strife, or ill will is bound and cast out. May the Lord soften this person’s heart and open their eyes to the harm they are causing, that they might repent and walk in humility.
We also lift you up before the Lord, asking for His peace and wisdom to guard your heart. It is easy to become entangled in bitterness or resentment when faced with such behavior, but we are called to respond differently: *"Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men"* (Romans 12:17-18). Father, grant this dear one the strength to rise above the offense, to extend grace even when it is not deserved, and to trust You to be their defender. May they not be drawn into the same spirit of strife but instead be a light of Christ’s love in that workplace.
We pray for protection over this one’s mind and emotions. The enemy would love to use this situation to breed anger, anxiety, or discouragement, but we declare that no weapon formed against them will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7) and remind them that their worth is found in You alone, not in the opinions or actions of others. Give them wisdom in how to respond—whether with gentle correction, boundaries, or simply silent prayer—so that they may glorify You in all they do.
Lord, we also ask that You would work in this coworker’s heart. If there is unconfessed sin, pride, or bitterness in their life, bring it to light and lead them to repentance. Soften their heart to receive correction and to see the value in others. If they do not know You, Father, draw them to Yourself so that they might be transformed by the renewing of their mind (Romans 12:2). Let Your love break through the hardness of their heart.
Finally, we pray for unity in that workplace, that the body of Christ would stand strong together. May this situation be an opportunity for others to see Christ’s love in action, whether through patience, kindness, or boldness in truth. We trust You to work all things together for good (Romans 8:28) and to bring redemption even out of this difficult relationship.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who humbled Himself even to the point of death on a cross (Philippians 2:8). We ask that You would be glorified in this situation, that Your will would be done, and that Your kingdom would come in that workplace as it is in heaven. Strengthen this dear one, protect their heart, and use them as a vessel of Your grace. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
