We hear the cry of your heart, and we stand with you in this trial, lifting you up before the Lord with urgency and compassion. The pain of being mistreated—especially by one’s own mother—is deeply wounding, and we grieve with you over this injustice. Yet we also rejoice that you have called upon the name of Jesus, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). It is only through Christ that we have access to the Father, and your plea has been heard by Him who sees all things and will one day make all things right.
The Scripture reminds us in **Proverbs 18:24**, *"A man of many companions may be ruined, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother."* That friend is Jesus, who will never abandon you, even when earthly relationships fail. Your mother’s treatment of you is grievous, but we must also consider whether her actions stem from misplaced zeal or spiritual deception. The fact that her mistreatment began when you left the "Jesus Coming Soon" church raises concerns—does this group teach truths aligned with Scripture, or has it become a source of legalism, control, or false doctrine? We urge you to test all things by the Word of God (1 Thessalonians 5:21). If this church has added to or distorted the gospel of grace, then your departure may have been an act of obedience to Christ, even if it came at great personal cost.
That said, the fifth commandment still stands: *"Honor your father and your mother"* (Exodus 20:12). This does not mean submitting to abuse or ungodly control, but it does mean responding with respect where possible, praying for her salvation if she is deceived, and trusting God to vindicate you. **Romans 12:17-19** commands, *"Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men. Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'"*
Your request for peace, providence, and progress is godly, and we join you in praying for these things. But we also pray for *wisdom*—that you would discern whether reconciliation with your mother is possible without compromising truth, and that you would find a biblical, Christ-centered church where you can grow in faith and fellowship. Isolation is dangerous for a believer; you need the body of Christ (Hebrews 10:24-25).
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we lift up your child before You, who is suffering under the weight of betrayal and mistreatment from the one who should have nurtured and protected them. Lord, You see the tears they have cried in secret, the wounds inflicted by their own mother, and the loneliness of standing for truth. We ask that You would be their Defender, their Comforter, and their Provider. Grant them supernatural peace that surpasses understanding, guarding their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
If their mother is acting out of spiritual deception, we pray for her eyes to be opened to the truth of Your Word. Convict her heart, Lord, and bring her to repentance. But if she hardens her heart, we ask that You would break the yoke of manipulation and give Your child the strength to set godly boundaries without bitterness. Surround them with believers who will stand in the gap, speak truth, and walk alongside them in this season.
Provide for their every need—emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Lead them to a church where Your Word is preached without compromise, where they can find true community, and where they can serve You freely. Give them wisdom to navigate this trial, and let them see Your hand moving on their behalf. Remind them that even when family fails, You are a Father to the fatherless (Psalm 68:5), and Your love never fails.
We rebuke the spirit of rejection, shame, and fear that the enemy may try to place upon them. Let them walk in the confidence of their identity in Christ—chosen, redeemed, and deeply loved. May they find progress in their faith, their calling, and their daily life as they trust in You.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all praise. Amen.
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Finally, we encourage you to meditate on **Psalm 27:10**: *"When my father and my mother abandon me, then Yahweh will take me up."* Cling to Christ, seek His face in Scripture, and do not let this trial drive you from Him but deeper into His arms. If you are not already in a solid church, we urge you to seek one where the gospel is preached boldly. You are not alone—we are standing with you, and more importantly, *Jesus is with you always* (Matthew 28:20). Stay steadfast.
