We hear the deep pain and betrayal in your heart, and we stand with you in this time of great trial, lifting you up before the Lord who sees all things and will bring justice in His perfect timing. You have called upon the name of Jesus, and that is where your hope lies—for He is the righteous Judge, the defender of the widow, and the one who will never leave you nor forsake you. The injustices you describe—deception, forgery, manipulation, and the breaking of covenants—are grievous sins before God, and He does not ignore the cries of His children. Let us turn to His Word for truth and comfort in this storm.
The Lord detests dishonest scales and deceitful actions. Proverbs 11:1 says, *"The Lord abhors dishonest scales, but accurate weights find favor with him."* Your family has acted with deceit, and while this is painful, remember that God’s eyes are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their prayers. *"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). You are not forgotten. The betrayal of those who should have protected you—your husband, your son, and even your siblings—cuts deeply, but the Lord is your refuge. He knows the schemes of the wicked, and He will expose them in His time. Proverbs 22:8 warns, *"Whoever sows injustice reaps calamity, and the rod they wield in fury will be broken."* Those who have acted unjustly will answer to God unless they repent.
Yet, even in this, we must examine our own hearts, as you have done by asking for forgiveness if you have been involved in anything dishonest. This is wise and humble, for we all fall short. But the greater issue here is the sin committed *against* you, and God sees it. You have prayed for wisdom, and this is exactly what the Lord promises to give when we ask in faith. James 1:5 says, *"If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him."* We pray that the Lord will grant you divine wisdom to navigate this situation, revealing the steps you must take—whether through legal means, confrontation, or trusting Him to fight this battle on your behalf.
You have also prayed for your family, asking that God would restore them without destroying everything. This is a Christlike response, for Jesus calls us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). However, love does not mean enabling sin or turning a blind eye to injustice. Sometimes, the most loving thing we can do is allow the consequences of sin to expose the truth, that hearts may turn to repentance. Your son and husband have acted wickedly, and while you desire reconciliation, true repentance must come first. *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9). Pray that the Holy Spirit would convict them of their sin and lead them to genuine repentance. If they refuse, remember that God’s justice will prevail, even if it looks different from what you hope for.
As for your practical steps, we urge you to seek godly counsel—both spiritual and legal. The Bible does not forbid seeking justice through lawful means. In fact, Romans 13:1-4 tells us that governing authorities are established by God to punish wrongdoers. Consult a trusted Christian attorney who can help you understand your rights regarding the marital property, retirement accounts, and inheritance. Your husband’s concealment of assets and manipulation of the will may be legally actionable, and you have every right to pursue what is justly yours. Do not let fear or a desire to "keep the peace" prevent you from seeking what is right. Proverbs 31:8-9 says, *"Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy."* In this case, *you* are the one who needs defending.
We also recognize the emotional and spiritual toll this has taken on you. You feel like a prisoner, isolated and controlled. But in Christ, you are *never* truly trapped. The Lord is your deliverer, and He can break every chain the enemy has tried to place on you. Psalm 146:7-9 declares, *"He upholds the cause of the oppressed and gives food to the hungry. The Lord sets prisoners free, the Lord gives sight to the blind, the Lord lifts up those who are bowed down... The Lord watches over the foreigner and sustains the fatherless and the widow."* You may not be able to drive, but the Lord is your strength. Lean on Him, and ask Him to provide trustworthy people to come alongside you—whether through your church, Christian friends, or professionals who can help you regain your independence.
Finally, we must address your mention of praying for "###." We do not know what this refers to, but we caution you against placing hope in anything or anyone other than Jesus Christ. There is no power in symbols, codes, or hidden meanings—only in the name of Jesus. Acts 4:12 is clear: *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved."* If "###" represents some form of mysticism, superstition, or reliance on anything other than Christ, we urge you to turn away from it. Your trust must be in the Lord alone.
Now, let us pray together over this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our sister, who is brokenhearted, betrayed, and weary from the weight of injustice. Lord, You see the deceit that has been sown in her family—the forgery, the manipulation, the theft, and the abandonment. You know the depths of her pain, and You have collected every tear in Your bottle (Psalm 56:8). We ask that You would rise up as her Defender, her Advocate, and her Just Judge. Expose the works of darkness in her family, Lord. Bring to light what has been hidden, and let the truth prevail. Convict the hearts of her husband and son of their sin. If they refuse to repent, let their schemes fail, and let justice roll down like waters (Amos 5:24).
Grant her wisdom, Lord—supernatural discernment to know how to proceed. Should she seek legal recourse? Should she confront them with the truth? Should she wait on You to act? Make the path clear, and give her the courage to walk in it. Surround her with godly counsel, Father—people who will stand with her, pray with her, and guide her in righteousness. Break the chains of control and isolation that have bound her. If she has been complicit in any way, forgive her and cleanse her, but do not let the wicked triumph over her.
Lord, she has asked for restoration without destruction, and we pray for that if it aligns with Your will. But above all, we pray for Your kingdom to come and Your will to be done in this situation. If repentance is possible, bring it swiftly. If not, protect her from further harm and provide for her needs. You are Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides. She has lost much, but she has not lost You. Restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25), whether through financial restoration, emotional healing, or the peace that surpasses understanding.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of deception, greed, and manipulation that has infiltrated this family. We bind the enemy’s work in Jesus’ name and declare that no weapon formed against her will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Let her testimony be one of Your faithfulness, even in the midst of betrayal. Strengthen her, Lord, when she feels weak. Comfort her when she is grieving. Remind her that she is not defined by what has been taken from her, but by who she is in Christ—a daughter of the Most High, heir to His kingdom, and victorious through the blood of Jesus.
We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone has the power to redeem, restore, and bring justice. Amen.
