We come before the Lord with you in this time of deep concern, lifting up your husband, your children, and you to the throne of grace. Your heart’s cry has not gone unnoticed by our Heavenly Father, who invites us to cast all our anxieties upon Him because He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). We are grateful you have turned to prayer, for it is through Christ alone that we find strength, deliverance, and transformation. It is only in the name of Jesus that we have access to God, and it is by His power that chains are broken and minds are renewed. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is in His name we stand with you now.
The struggle with alcohol is a battle for the mind, body, and spirit, and we know that the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). But we also know that greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). Your husband’s fight is not just against a habit—it is a spiritual battle, and it requires spiritual weapons. The Word of God tells us to be transformed by the renewing of our minds (Romans 12:2), and we claim that promise over your husband today. We rebuke the stronghold of alcohol in his life and declare that the Holy Spirit is at work in him, breaking every chain and setting him free from this bondage. The Lord is faithful, and He will not allow your husband to be tempted beyond what he can bear, but will provide a way of escape (1 Corinthians 10:13).
We also want to encourage you, dear sister, to stand firm in your faith and not grow weary in doing good (Galatians 6:9). Your role as a wife and mother is vital, and the Lord sees your faithfulness. Continue to cover your husband in prayer, speaking life and truth over him. Remind him of his identity in Christ—that he is a new creation, and the old has passed away (2 Corinthians 5:17). Encourage him to seek godly counsel, whether through a pastor, a biblical counselor, or a Christ-centered recovery program. The body of Christ is meant to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2), and there is no shame in seeking help. If he has not yet surrendered this struggle fully to the Lord, pray that the Holy Spirit would convict his heart and lead him to repentance and total reliance on Jesus.
To your children, we pray for God’s protection and peace. May they feel the Lord’s presence surrounding them, even in the midst of this trial. We ask that the Lord would guard their hearts and minds, and that they would grow in the knowledge of His love for them. Let this season be one where they see the power of prayer and the faithfulness of God in action.
Finally, we urge you to remain steadfast in your own walk with the Lord. It is easy to become overwhelmed when carrying the weight of another’s struggle, but you must also tend to your own spirit. Spend time in the Word, in worship, and in fellowship with other believers who can uplift and support you. The Lord is your strength and your shield (Psalm 28:7), and He will sustain you as you trust in Him.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this sister and her family. Lord, You are the God who heals, who restores, and who sets the captives free. We ask that You would break the power of alcohol in her husband’s life. Renew his mind, Lord, and fill him with Your Holy Spirit. Give him the strength to resist temptation and the wisdom to seek the help he needs. Surround him with godly men who will hold him accountable and point him to You.
Father, we pray for protection over this marriage and this family. Guard their hearts against bitterness, fear, or despair. Fill their home with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Provide for their every need, both spiritually and physically.
We ask for mercy and grace to abound in their lives. Let this trial be a testimony of Your faithfulness and power. Draw each member of this family closer to You, Lord, and let them find their hope and strength in You alone.
We rebuke the enemy’s lies and declare that no weapon formed against this family will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). You, Lord, are their refuge and fortress, and they will not be shaken.
In the powerful name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
