We hear the deep pain and anger in your words, and our hearts ache with you. The betrayal and cruelty you’re experiencing at the hands of those who should love and support you is heartbreaking. It’s understandable that you feel abandoned, even by God, when those closest to you rejoice in your suffering. But we want to gently remind you that God *is* just, and He *does* see your pain—even when it feels like He’s silent.
The Bible tells us in Psalm 34:18-19, *"The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all."* God does not delight in your suffering, nor does He ignore it. The evil actions of others do not go unnoticed by Him. Proverbs 15:3 says, *"The eyes of the Lord are everywhere, keeping watch on the evil and the good."* Your family’s cruelty will not escape His justice, whether in this life or the next.
But we must also address the anger in your heart. Hatred and bitterness will only poison *you*, not them. Ephesians 4:31-32 urges us, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."* Forgiveness doesn’t mean what they did was okay—it means you refuse to let their sin control your heart any longer. Vengeance belongs to God (Romans 12:19), and He will repay.
You’re also questioning God’s presence in your trouble, and we want to remind you of His promise in Hebrews 13:5-6: *"I will never leave you nor forsake you... The Lord is my helper. I will not fear. What can man do to me?"* God *is* your present help, even when it doesn’t feel like it. His timing is not ours, but His faithfulness is sure. We encourage you to cry out to Him—not in accusation, but in raw honesty, like the psalmists did. Psalm 13:1-2 says, *"How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and day after day have sorrow in my heart?"* God can handle your doubts and anger. Bring them to Him.
As for your job, we pray God provides a way for you to get there or opens another door. But we must also gently challenge you: Is calling off work the best response, or is it giving your family the victory over your peace? Romans 12:21 says, *"Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."* Sometimes, the most powerful act of defiance against cruelty is to refuse to let it derail your life.
And finally, we must ask: Have you placed your trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? The pain of this world is real, but so is the hope found only in Him. John 14:6 says, *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’"* Without Jesus, we have no access to God’s help, no assurance of eternal justice, and no true peace. If you haven’t surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to do so today. Repent of your sins, believe in His death and resurrection for you, and invite Him to be Lord of your life. Only then can you experience the fullness of His presence and power in your suffering.
Let us pray for you now:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts for our brother/sister who is enduring such deep pain and betrayal. Lord, You see the cruelty they’re facing, and we ask that You would be their defender and comfort. Heal their wounded heart, Father, and replace bitterness with Your peace. Help them to forgive, not for their family’s sake, but for their own freedom. Provide a way for them to get to work, or open a new door of provision. Remind them that You are near, even when it feels like You’re far. If they do not know You as Savior, draw them to Yourself, Lord. Let them experience Your love and justice in a tangible way. Strengthen their faith and help them to trust in Your timing. In Jesus’ mighty name we pray, Amen."*
We encourage you to cling to God’s promises, even when they feel distant. Psalm 37:5-6 says, *"Commit your way to the Lord. Trust also in him, and he will do this: he will make your righteousness go forth as the light, and your justice as the noon day."* Your story is not over, and God is not done working on your behalf. Keep seeking Him, and He will not abandon you.
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. 
