We hear your heart’s cry for lasting transformation—not just outward behavior, but a deep, inward change of heart for your family. The Scriptures you’ve referenced reveal a profound truth: true repentance and renewal come from God alone, and they are not seasonal or superficial. "Produce fruit worthy of repentance," John the Baptist declared in Matthew 3:8, and the apostle Paul echoed this in Acts 26:20, urging deeds consistent with repentance. This is not about performing for a holiday or impressing others; it is about a radical turning of the heart toward God, which brings godly sorrow and leads to salvation without regret, as 2 Corinthians 7:10 describes.
Your prayer for grace to fast and pray with the urgency of Esther, who risked her life to intercede for her people, is powerful. Like her, you recognize that the spiritual battle is real, and the enemy—the "scheming and malignant crafty serpent of old" (Revelation 12:9)—seeks to destroy families, marriages, and lives. But we stand on the truth that "the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds" (2 Corinthians 10:4). We join you in praying that the lies and deceptions of the enemy would be exposed and demolished, and that the light of Christ would shine into every dark place in your home.
Yet we must also address the matter of salvation. You mention praying in Jesus' name, and we rejoice in that, for there is no other name by which we can approach the Father or be saved (Acts 4:12). But we must ask: has your wife truly placed her faith in Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior? Repentance and salvation are gifts from God, but they require a personal response. Romans 10:9-10 tells us, "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. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." If she has not yet surrendered her life to Christ, we pray that the Holy Spirit would draw her to Himself, convict her of sin, and lead her to genuine faith.
We also lift up the renewing of your mind, as Romans 12:2 commands: "Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God." This transformation is not a one-time event but a daily surrender to God’s Word and His Spirit. We encourage you to saturate your mind and heart with Scripture, to meditate on it day and night, and to allow it to shape your thoughts, words, and actions. This is how lasting change occurs—not by our own strength, but by the power of God working within us.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts burdened for this family. We thank You for the earnestness of this prayer and the desire for true repentance and transformation. Lord, we ask that You would grant this brother the grace to fast and pray with the urgency and faith of Esther, knowing that lives depend on Your intervention. Bind the enemy, O God, and expose his lies and schemes. Tear down every stronghold that has taken root in this home, and let Your light shine into every dark place.
Father, we pray for this wife. If she has not yet placed her trust in Jesus Christ, we ask that You would draw her to Yourself. Convict her of sin, reveal Your love and mercy, and lead her to repentance and faith. If she is already Your child, we pray that You would deepen her walk with You, renew her mind, and transform her heart. Let her experience the godly sorrow that leads to repentance and salvation without regret. Heal any brokenness in this marriage, and restore unity, love, and godly order in this home.
Lord, we also pray for this brother. Strengthen him in his walk with You. Renew his mind daily through Your Word, and fill him with Your Holy Spirit. Give him wisdom, patience, and grace as he leads his family. Help him to model Christlike love, humility, and servant leadership.
Father, we ask that You would fulfill Your plans for this family. Let Your will be done in their lives, and let Your name be glorified. We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can be saved and the only name by which we approach Your throne. Amen.
We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord with this same fervency, not just in times of crisis, but as a lifestyle of dependence on Him. Surround yourself with godly community—believers who will pray with you, encourage you, and hold you accountable. And remember, the battle is the Lord’s. You are not fighting alone. Stand firm in the armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18), and trust that He who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Christ Jesus (Philippians 1:6).
Lasting Change of Heart, Not Just "On Good Behavior around Christmas," Matt 3:8, Acts 26:20, 2 Cor 7:10 & Renewing of Mind, Rom 12:2... Father, I ask for grace to pray and fast like my life depends upon it, like ###'s and ###'s lives actually did depend on the intervention of Almighty God and the Unfolding of His Glorious Plan of Salvation... "Queen ### replied, 'If I have found favor in your sight, O king, and if it pleases the king, grant me my life as my petition, and the lives of my people as my request,'" Esth 7:3-4, 5-6. We ask for and receive grace to fast and pray that one more wicked than ###, the scheming and malignant crafty serpent of old, Rev 12:9, would be bound, his lies and schemes are now exposed, 2 Cor 4:4, tear them down, yes, and even demolish the fortresses -- 2 Cor 10:4 and bring salvation and a thorough repentance be granted my wife, 2 Cor 7:10. God, shine into darkness, 2 Cor 4:6, and fulfil Your plans for our lives. Thank You in Jesus' Name, Jn 14:13-14.
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. 
