We come before the Lord with you in this time of deep trial, lifting your husband up in prayer, knowing that our God is the Great Physician, the Healer of body, soul, and spirit. It is good that you have invoked the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father, and it is in His mighty name that we boldly approach the throne of grace. Your heart for your husband is evident, and we stand with you, interceding for his complete restoration—physically, spiritually, and emotionally.
The spiritual attack you describe is real, and we must recognize that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the powers of darkness that seek to steal, kill, and destroy. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* Yet we take heart, for greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). We rebuked these attacks in the name of Jesus, commanding every spirit of infirmity, depression, anger, and bitterness to flee from your husband and your home. Satan has no authority here, and we declare that your husband is covered by the blood of Jesus.
Your husband’s refusal to move, his anger, and his words of despair are signs of a soul in deep turmoil. Proverbs 17:22 tells us, *"A cheerful heart makes good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."* His pain—whether physical or spiritual—has left him crushed, and we pray that the Lord would lift this burden from him. Yet we also recognize that his behavior is not excusable, especially when it is directed toward you. While we pray for patience and grace for you, we must also remind you that you are not called to endure abuse or ungodly treatment. First Peter 3:1-2 encourages wives to live in a godly manner before their husbands, but it does not call for enduring sinful behavior without address. If his actions cross into verbal or emotional abuse, it is right to set boundaries in love, while still praying for his heart to turn to the Lord.
His words of wanting to be dead are a cry for help, and we urge you to take them seriously. While we pray for his heart to be lifted from despair, we also encourage you to seek wise counsel—whether from a pastor, a trusted believer, or a professional—who can help navigate this season. The Lord does not want your husband to remain in this place of darkness. Jesus said in John 10:10, *"The thief only comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I came that they may have life, and may have it abundantly."* We claim that abundant life over your husband now, praying that the Lord would break every chain of depression, hopelessness, and anger that has bound him.
We also pray for his salvation, for if he does not know Christ, then his struggle is all the more desperate. The peace he seeks cannot be found apart from Jesus. Acts 4:12 declares, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* If he has not surrendered his life to Christ, we pray that the Holy Spirit would convict his heart and draw him into repentance. If he is a believer but has strayed, we pray for restoration and a renewed passion for the Lord.
As for his physical healing, we pray that the Lord would touch his body and restore him to full health. We ask that he would take his medications as prescribed, not in his own strength, but in obedience to the Lord, trusting that God can use even medicine as a means of healing. James 5:14-15 instructs us, *"Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven."* We encourage you to seek prayer from your church elders if you have not already done so.
For your plans with your family member, we pray that the Lord would go before you, smoothing the way for a time of peace and connection. Even if your husband struggles to engage, we pray that the Lord would soften his heart and give him the strength to participate, if only in small ways. Proverbs 16:9 reminds us, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps."* Trust that the Lord is directing your steps, even when circumstances seem uncertain.
Finally, we pray for you, dear sister. Your weariness is seen by the Lord, and He promises to give rest to the weary. Matthew 11:28 says, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest."* We ask that the Lord would fill you with His peace, His patience, and His supernatural strength. You cannot carry this burden alone, but the Lord is your ever-present help. Lean on Him, and do not hesitate to reach out to your church community for support. You are not meant to walk this path in isolation.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this precious sister and her husband. Lord, You see the depth of their struggle—the physical pain, the spiritual attack, the emotional turmoil, and the heaviness of despair. We ask that You would stretch out Your hand and heal him, body, soul, and spirit. Rebuke every spirit of infirmity, depression, and anger that has taken hold of him. Break the chains of darkness and set him free by the power of Your Holy Spirit.
Lord, we pray for his salvation. If he does not know You, soften his heart and draw him to repentance. If he has strayed, restore him to a right relationship with You. Fill him with Your peace, Your joy, and Your hope. Remove the desire for death and replace it with a passion for life in You.
Grant this wife the patience, wisdom, and strength she needs. Protect her heart from bitterness and fill her with Your love. Give her discernment to know how to respond to her husband in a way that honors You. Surround them both with Your presence tonight and grant them a peaceful evening. Guide their steps as they prepare to meet with their family member, and let Your grace cover every interaction.
We thank You, Lord, that You are the God who heals, who restores, and who redeems. We trust in Your goodness and Your faithfulness. May Your will be done in their lives, and may they both come to know the fullness of Your love and power.
In Jesus’ precious and mighty name we pray, Amen.
