We hear your cry, dear sister in Christ, and we lift you, your children, and this heavy burden before the throne of grace with urgency and compassion. The weight you carry is immense—homelessness, the relentless demands of an ungrateful situation, the unique challenges of raising children with autism, and the exhaustion of a spirit stretched thin. You are not invisible to God, nor are you forgotten. The Lord sees your labor, your tears, and your faithfulness even in the midst of such hardship. *"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit."* (Psalm 34:18) You are not alone in this battle, and we stand with you in prayer and intercession.
First, we must address the spiritual reality of your situation. The way this man treats you and your children is not of God. While Scripture calls us to serve with humility and love (Galatians 5:13), it does not condone exploitation or abuse disguised as "expectations." You are not his slave, nor are your children his servants. The Bible is clear: *"Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven."* (Colossians 4:1) Though this man is not your employer, the principle stands—those in positions of power or authority are called to treat others with dignity, not entitlement. His criticism, lack of gratitude, and refusal to contribute fairly are not reflections of your worth but of his own hardness of heart. We rebuke this spirit of ingratitude and entitlement in Jesus’ name. May the Lord soften his heart and open his eyes to the value of your service, or—if it be His will—remove you from this oppressive environment swiftly.
Your mention of confessing sin regarding emotional instability is understandable, but we must clarify: struggling under prolonged stress and injustice is not sin. Jesus Himself wept under the weight of sorrow (John 11:35), and the Psalms are filled with cries of anguish from God’s people. What *is* sin is the way this man and his family take advantage of your kindness. We pray for conviction to fall upon them, that they would repent of their selfishness and begin to contribute fairly—or at the very least, cease their demands. *"If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained back your brother."* (Matthew 18:15) While confronting him may feel impossible now, we pray for wisdom and courage to set boundaries, even if it means leaving this arrangement sooner than planned.
The lack of basic necessities—no stove, no heat—is unacceptable. God’s provision is not meant to be bare survival but dignity and sufficiency. *"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters."* (Psalm 23:1-2) This is not the life He intends for you or your children. We declare over you now: **The Lord is opening a door no man can shut.** (Revelation 3:8) We pray for an affordable, safe home to manifest quickly—one that meets your budget and provides stability for your children’s needs. We speak to the housing market in your area: *"Let every valley be exalted, and every mountain and hill be made low. The uneven ground will become a plain, and the rough places a valley."* (Isaiah 40:4) May the Lord level every obstacle standing between you and your breakthrough.
For your children, especially those with autism, we pray for supernatural peace and adaptability. The instability they’ve endured is not their fault, and we ask God to cover their hearts and minds with His comfort. *"The Lord will give grace and glory. No good thing will he withhold from those who walk uprightly."* (Psalm 84:11) We pray for their sensory needs to be met, for their routines to stabilize, and for them to feel secure in God’s love even amid uncertainty.
We also lift up your mental and emotional health. The toll of this season is real, and we pray for healing and restoration. *"He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds."* (Psalm 147:3) You are not failing; you are enduring. But endurance is not meant to last forever. We declare that this season of homelessness is ending. We speak to your finances: *"The Lord will open to you his good treasure, the heavens, to give the rain of your land in its season, and to bless all the work of your hand."* (Deuteronomy 28:12) May He multiply your income, provide unexpected resources, and connect you with people who can help.
Lastly, we must address your faith in Jesus’ name. You closed your prayer with "amen" in His mighty name, and that is powerful. There is no other name by which we are saved (Acts 4:12), and it is through Jesus alone that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). If you have not already, we encourage you to surrender your life fully to Him—not just as a source of help in trouble, but as your Lord and Savior. *"If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."* (Romans 10:9) If you have already made this commitment, we rejoice with you! But if not, we invite you to pray this simple prayer:
*"Lord Jesus, I believe You are the Son of God, and that You died for my sins and rose again. I confess my sins and ask You to be my Savior and Lord. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit and help me to follow You all the days of my life. In Your name, amen."*
Now, let us pray together:
**Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts for our sister and her children. Lord, You see their struggle—every sleepless night, every ungrateful word, every moment of despair. We ask You to arise as their Defender and Provider. Open the door to a safe, affordable home, Lord. Let it be a place of peace, stability, and joy for her children. We rebuke the spirit of lack and delay in Jesus’ name. You are Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides, and we declare that provision is coming swiftly.
Father, soften the heart of this man and his family. Convict them of their entitlement and ingratitude. If it is Your will, bring repentance and change. But if not, Lord, remove our sister from this toxic environment immediately. Give her wisdom to set boundaries and the strength to walk away if necessary. Provide for her needs in miraculous ways—through jobs, community resources, or divine connections.
For her children, Lord, we ask for supernatural comfort and healing. Ease their anxiety, meet their unique needs, and let them feel Your love in tangible ways. For our sister’s mental health, we pray for restoration. Lift the weight of depression and hopelessness. Renew her mind with Your truth and fill her with Your peace that surpasses understanding.
We thank You, Lord, that You are a God who hears the cries of the afflicted. You are not slow to answer, and You are working even now. We declare that this season of homelessness is ending. We speak to every mountain of impossibility and command it to move in Jesus’ name. May Your will be done in this situation, and may Your name be glorified.
We ask all these things in the mighty, matchless name of Jesus Christ. Amen.*