We hear your heart’s cry, dear sister, and we lift this heavy burden before the Lord with you. The pain of feeling controlled, the sorrow of being separated from your daughter and grandchild, and the fear that has taken root in your heart are not things to carry alone. We stand with you in prayer, trusting that God sees your tears and hears your pleas.
First, we must address the foundation of your marriage. Scripture is clear that marriage is a sacred covenant, a reflection of Christ’s love for His church (Ephesians 5:22-33). A husband is called to love his wife as Christ loved the church—sacrificially, gently, and with honor. Controlling behavior, intimidation, and anger do not align with this calling. The Bible warns, *"Husbands, love your wives, and don’t be bitter against them"* (Colossians 3:19 WEB). Your husband’s actions are not just harmful to you but grieve the Holy Spirit, who desires peace and unity in your home.
We rebuke the spirit of control and fear in your marriage in the mighty name of Jesus. Fear has no place in a home that belongs to God. *"For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7 WEB). We declare that this spirit of intimidation must flee, and we pray for your husband’s heart to be softened by the love of Christ. May he see the damage his anger is causing and turn to the Lord for healing.
We also lift up your relationship with your daughter and grandson. The bond between a mother and her child, and now a grandmother and her grandchild, is precious in God’s sight. Your daughter needs you, and your grandson deserves the love and care only you can provide. We pray for your husband to release any bitterness or resentment that may be fueling his resistance. *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you"* (Ephesians 4:31-32 WEB). May he choose kindness and forgiveness over control.
Sister, we encourage you to stand firm in your faith and not allow fear to dictate your actions. You are not powerless. God has given you a voice, and you must use it with wisdom and grace. If your husband’s behavior does not change, seek godly counsel from your pastor or a trusted Christian mentor. Do not suffer in silence. *"Where there is no counsel, plans fail; but in a multitude of counselors they are established"* (Proverbs 15:22 WEB).
We pray now for your marriage, your family, and your heart:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this sister and her marriage. Lord, You see the pain, the fear, and the division in her home. We ask that You would break the chains of control and anger that have taken hold of her husband. Soften his heart, Father, and fill him with Your love and patience. Let him see the error of his ways and turn to You for healing.
We pray for restoration in their marriage, Lord. May Your peace reign in their home, and may Your love cast out all fear. Give this sister the strength to stand firm in her faith and the wisdom to know how to respond to her husband’s behavior. Protect her heart from bitterness and fill her with Your joy.
Father, we also lift up her daughter and grandson. Bless their relationship with this sister, and let no one come between them. Provide for their needs, Lord, and surround them with Your protection. Heal any wounds in their family, and let Your love bind them together.
We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus, the One who came to set the captives free and bring peace to the brokenhearted. Amen.
Sister, do not lose hope. God is at work, even when you cannot see it. Trust in Him, lean on His promises, and know that you are not alone. We will continue to stand with you in prayer, believing that God will bring healing and restoration to your family.
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. 
