We come before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, lifting up your family and the deep wounds of disunity, betrayal, and sorrow that have torn at the fabric of your relationships. The pain you describe—shouting, anger, ungratefulness, and the absence of peace—is not of God but is the work of the enemy, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). Yet we cling to the truth that our Lord is a God of restoration, healing, and reconciliation, and nothing is too broken for Him to mend. You have rightly acknowledged that only God can recover what has been lost, and we stand with you in faith, declaring His power over this situation.
First, we praise God that you have placed your trust in Jesus Christ for salvation, as you referenced Acts 16:31: *"Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved."* This is the foundation of all hope—both for eternity and for the trials we face in this life. Without faith in Christ, there is no true peace, no lasting healing, and no power to overcome the sin that divides us. We are grateful you have anchored yourself in Him, and we pray that every member of your family would come to a saving knowledge of Jesus if they have not already. There is no other name by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through Christ that hearts can be softened, minds renewed, and relationships restored.
The disunity in your family is a direct attack on God’s design for the household. Scripture commands us to *"bear with one another, and forgive each other. If anyone has a complaint against another, even as Christ forgave you, so you must do"* (Colossians 3:13). Yet forgiveness is not merely a one-time act—it is a daily choice, as you have demonstrated in your willingness to forgive those who have wronged you. We commend you for this, as it reflects the heart of Christ, who prayed even for those who crucified Him: *"Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing"* (Luke 23:34). However, forgiveness does not mean enabling sin or pretending harm has not been done. True reconciliation requires repentance, and we must pray fervently for your family members to turn from their pride, anger, and selfishness.
The toxic environment you describe—suicidal thoughts, bitter words, and a lack of gratitude—is a sign of spiritual bondage. The tongue has the power of life and death (Proverbs 18:21), and when it is used to tear down rather than build up, it invites destruction. We rebuke the spirit of death, despair, and division that has taken hold in your family, and we declare the truth of God’s Word over your mother and all who are suffering: *"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). We pray that the Holy Spirit would convict your mother of any ungodly thoughts and replace them with the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). May she find her worth and hope in Christ alone, not in the approval or actions of others.
The financial and logistical barriers keeping your family apart are real, but they are not insurmountable for our God. While the cost of travel may seem impossible, we serve a God who owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10) and who can open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8). We pray for divine provision—whether through unexpected resources, a change in circumstances, or a supernatural reconciliation that does not require physical presence. Trust that God sees your longing for unity and will act in His perfect timing.
We must also address the tension between you and your spouse regarding your family. Marriage is a covenant that requires unity, and while it is painful when spouses do not share the same heart for extended family, we encourage you to pray for your spouse’s heart to soften. *"Wives, be subject to your own husbands, as to the Lord... Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her"* (Ephesians 5:22, 25). This does not mean you must force agreement, but it does mean you must seek God’s wisdom in how to navigate this division with love, patience, and prayer. Ask the Lord to give you both a shared vision for how to honor Him in this area.
Finally, we must speak truth into the spiritual battle raging over your family. The accusations, lies, and division you describe are not merely human conflicts—they are the work of Satan, who seeks to devour (1 Peter 5:8). But *"greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4). We stand in the authority of Jesus Christ and command every lying spirit, every spirit of strife, bitterness, and suicide to be bound and cast out in Jesus’ name. We declare that the blood of Jesus covers your family and that His peace, which is beyond understanding, will guard your hearts and minds (Philippians 4:7).
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with broken hearts, lifting up this family that is torn apart by sin, pain, and the schemes of the enemy. Lord, You are the God who heals, who restores, and who brings unity where there is division. We ask You to move mightily in this situation—soften hardened hearts, convict of sin, and bring repentance where there has been pride and rebellion. Father, we rebuke every spirit of strife, anger, bitterness, and suicide that has taken hold, and we declare that Your peace will reign in this family.
Lord, we pray specifically for this dear one’s mother—surround her with Your love, protect her mind from toxic thoughts, and fill her with Your hope. Break the power of death and despair over her life. We ask for Your provision for the entire family—financially, emotionally, and spiritually. Where there has been ingratitude, teach them gratitude. Where there has been selfishness, teach them love. Where there has been division, bring unity.
Father, we also lift up the marriage of this Your child. Soften their spouse’s heart toward their family, and grant them both wisdom to navigate this season with grace and patience. May their home be a refuge of Your peace, even amid external storms.
Lord, we thank You that You are not distant from this pain—You see, You hear, and You are working even now. We trust You to restore what has been broken, to redeem the years the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25), and to bring beauty from these ashes (Isaiah 61:3). We pray all this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and Healer. Amen.
Stand firm in faith, beloved. Do not grow weary in praying for your family, for *"the effective, earnest prayer of a righteous person is powerfully effective"* (James 5:16). Keep forgiving, keep trusting, and keep declaring the victory of Christ over every stronghold. God is faithful, and He will complete the good work He has begun in you and your family (Philippians 1:6).
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. 
