We understand the deep hurt and confusion you’re experiencing, and we want to lift you up in prayer while also offering biblical truth to guide your heart through this trial. The pain of being falsely accused and mistreated is real, and it’s clear you’re carrying a heavy burden. But we must first address something vital: your prayer does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. Scripture reminds us in **John 14:6 (WEB)**, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"* And in **Acts 4:12 (WEB)**, we read, *"There is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* It is only through Jesus that our prayers are heard and our sins forgiven. Without Him, we have no standing before God. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Christ, we urge you to do so today—confess your sins, believe in His death and resurrection for your salvation, and invite Him to be Lord of your life.
Now, let us turn to the pain you’re facing. It is heartbreaking when those we love—especially family—misunderstand or attack us unjustly. The betrayal stings deeply, and the confusion can feel overwhelming. But Scripture calls us to respond in a way that honors God, even when we are wronged. **1 Peter 2:21-23 (WEB)** says, *"For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps, who didn’t sin, 'neither was deceit found in his mouth.' Who, when he was cursed, didn’t curse back. When he suffered, didn’t threaten, but committed himself to him who judges righteously."* Jesus, who was falsely accused and betrayed, never retaliated but entrusted Himself to the Father. This is our model.
You mentioned feeling "petty and ugly" in your response, and you asked for forgiveness. This is a godly attitude! **Ephesians 4:31-32 (WEB)** commands 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."* Even when we are wronged, we are called to release bitterness and forgive, trusting God to vindicate us. This doesn’t mean what your cousin did was acceptable—it wasn’t. But it does mean we release the offense to God rather than letting it fester in our hearts.
As for your cousin’s confusion or pain, you’re right to pray for her soul. **Matthew 5:44 (WEB)** tells us, *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you."* This is not a natural response—it’s supernatural, empowered by the Holy Spirit. Pray that God softens her heart and reveals the truth to her. If she is lashing out due to her own hurt, ask God to heal her and draw her to Himself. And if she is simply in the wrong, pray that conviction leads her to repentance.
Regarding your sister, reconciliation is a beautiful goal, but it must be rooted in truth and humility. **Matthew 18:15 (WEB)** teaches, *"If your brother sins against you, go, show him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained back your brother."* If there has been misunderstanding, seek to address it with gentleness and clarity. But also recognize that you cannot force someone to change or see the truth—only God can do that. Your role is to extend grace while setting healthy boundaries. If someone continually mistreats you, it is wise to limit their access to your heart until they demonstrate repentance. **Proverbs 4:23 (WEB)** warns, *"Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is every issue of life."* Guard your heart, not out of bitterness, but out of wisdom.
Lastly, you asked, *"Why are they attacking me when I did not do anything?"* This is a question many godly people have asked throughout history. Jesus Himself was persecuted without cause. **John 15:18-19 (WEB)** says, *"If the world hates you, you know that it has hated me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love its own. But because you are not of the world, since I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you."* Sometimes, the righteous suffer simply because they stand for truth in a broken world. Other times, the enemy stirs up confusion to create division among believers. But take heart: **1 Peter 5:10 (WEB)** promises, *"But may the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a little while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you."*
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our sister to You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Lord, she is hurting, confused, and weary from the attacks of those who should love her. We ask that You comfort her with Your presence and remind her that You see all things. You are the God of justice, and no wrong done to her will go unnoticed by You. Father, we pray for her cousin—soften her heart and open her eyes to the truth. If she is acting out of pain, heal her. If she is in sin, convict her. Bring reconciliation where it aligns with Your will, but guard our sister’s heart from further harm.
Lord, we pray for her sister as well. If there is brokenness in their relationship, we ask that You would mend it in a way that honors You. Give our sister wisdom to know how to engage—whether to speak truth in love or to step back and trust You to work. Help her release bitterness and forgive as You have forgiven her.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of confusion and division that has come against her. We declare that no weapon formed against her will prosper, and every tongue that rises against her in judgment, You shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). Fill her with Your peace that surpasses understanding and strengthen her to walk in forgiveness and wisdom.
Most of all, Lord, we pray that she would find her identity and security in You alone. Remind her that her worth is not determined by how others treat her but by how You see her—a beloved daughter, redeemed and cherished. May she rest in Your love and trust You to vindicate her in Your perfect timing.
We ask all this in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to meditate on **Psalm 37:5-6 (WEB)**: *"Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this: he will bring out your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday."* Keep seeking God, stay rooted in His Word, and trust that He will bring clarity and justice. You are not alone—He is with you, and we are standing with you in prayer.
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. 
