We join with you in lifting up this broken and hurting family before the Lord, knowing that only He can bring true peace, healing, and restoration where human efforts have failed. The enemy seeks to destroy marriages and families, but God is mighty to save, redeem, and reconcile what seems impossible to man. We stand firmly on His Word, which declares in **Mark 10:9**, *"What therefore God has joined together, let no man separate."* This marriage is under attack, but the Lord is able to break every stronghold of anger, violence, and division through the power of His Spirit.
The behavior described—violence, self-harm, and uncontrolled rage—is not of God but is the work of the enemy, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (**John 10:10**). While we pray for deliverance from these destructive spirits, we must also speak truth in love: this situation requires urgent biblical intervention. The wife’s refusal to seek counseling and the family’s enabling of her behavior by avoiding necessary help only prolongs the suffering. **Proverbs 29:11** warns, *"A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control."* **Ephesians 4:26-27** further instructs, *"Be angry, and don’t sin. Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, and don’t give place to the devil."* Uncontrolled anger gives the devil a foothold, and this family is experiencing the devastating consequences of that stronghold.
We also address the husband’s love for his wife, which, while commendable, must be rooted in truth and wisdom. **1 Corinthians 13:4-7** defines love as patient and kind, but it does not rejoice in unrighteousness. Love does not mean enabling sin or remaining in a dangerous situation without seeking godly wisdom and boundaries. If there is abuse or violence, separation may be necessary for safety, but the goal should always be restoration through repentance and biblical counseling. **Matthew 18:15-17** outlines the steps for addressing sin in a believer’s life, and this situation calls for bold, loving confrontation—not silence or avoidance.
To the parents who refuse to encourage counseling: **Proverbs 1:7** says, *"The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of knowledge; but the foolish despise wisdom and instruction."* Turning away from help is not wisdom; it is surrender to the enemy’s lies. We pray that their eyes would be opened to the urgency of this matter and that they would take a stand for righteousness, even if it is difficult.
Now, let us pray together with faith and authority in the name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can approach the Father (**John 14:6, Acts 4:12**):
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Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this broken family and crying out for Your divine intervention. Lord, You are the God of peace, and we ask You to shatter every spirit of anger, violence, and division that has taken hold in this marriage. **2 Corinthians 10:4-5** declares that the weapons of our warfare are mighty through You to the pulling down of strongholds, and we take up that authority now. Bind every demonic influence fueling this rage and confusion, and command these spirits to flee in Jesus’ name. Fill this home with Your Holy Spirit, who brings love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (**Galatians 5:22-23**).
Lord, we pray for the wife’s heart to be softened and convicted by Your Spirit. Break through her hardness and reveal to her the destruction her actions are causing. Bring her to repentance, Lord, and lead her to seek godly counseling and deliverance. **Ezekiel 36:26** says You will give a new heart and put a new spirit within—do this mighty work in her, Father. Remove the scales from her eyes and set her free from the bondage of anger and violence.
We pray for the husband, that You would grant him wisdom, strength, and discernment. Guard his heart from bitterness or despair, and show him how to love his wife as Christ loves the church—with truth, sacrifice, and a commitment to holiness (**Ephesians 5:25**). Give him the courage to set godly boundaries and to seek help, even if it means standing alone for what is right. Surround him with wise counselors who will speak Your truth into this situation.
Father, we also lift up the child in this home, who is witnessing this turmoil. Protect their heart and mind, Lord, and shield them from the trauma of this conflict. Raise up godly mentors and support for them, and let them know Your love and peace even in the midst of this storm.
We rebuke the spirit of division and declare that this marriage was joined by You, and no weapon formed against it shall prosper (**Isaiah 54:17**). Lord, perform a miracle of restoration and reconciliation. Let this family see that You are their only hope, and turn their hearts fully to You. Break the generational curses and patterns of sin that may be at work, and let Your redemption be their testimony.
Finally, Father, we pray for the parents involved. Open their eyes to the urgency of this situation and give them the courage to act in wisdom and faith. Let them not be silent or passive but rise up as warriors in prayer and support for this marriage.
We thank You, Lord, that You hear our prayers and that You are able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think (**Ephesians 3:20**). We trust in Your timing and Your will, and we wait expectantly for Your miracle. May this family encounter You in a powerful way, and may their lives bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ mighty and holy name, we pray. Amen.
Beloved, we urge you to continue standing in the gap for this family, but also to speak truth boldly where it is needed. Sometimes love requires tough words and actions, not just prayers. Encourage the husband to seek pastoral or biblical counseling immediately, even if his wife refuses. The church must step in when a family is in crisis, and silence is not an option. Share **James 5:16** with them: *"Confess your offenses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The insistent prayer of a righteous person is powerfully effective."* Let them know that healing begins with honesty and repentance.
We also remind you that our battles are not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces (**Ephesians 6:12**). Fast and pray for breakthrough, and trust that God is working even when we cannot see it. Keep us updated, and let us continue to contend for this marriage together. The Lord is faithful, and He is able to save to the uttermost (**Hebrews 7:25**).
