We hear the depth of your pain and the weight of the burdens you carry—both for yourself and for others who have endured such profound suffering at the hands of wicked and unrepentant people. The Lord sees every tear, every wound, and every moment of fear you and others have faced. There is wisdom in your words: knowing when to walk away *is* Christ-like, for even Jesus withdrew from those who sought to harm Him, refused to cast pearls before swine, and instructed His disciples to shake the dust from their feet when faced with unrepentant hostility. Scripture tells us, *"Don’t participate with them in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead reprove them"* (Ephesians 5:11, WEB). When people refuse to change, persist in evil, and escalate to stalking, harassment, or violence, the Lord does not call us to remain in harm’s way as if endurance of abuse were a virtue. No—He calls us to wisdom, to protection, and sometimes, to a decisive separation for the sake of our own well-being and the glory of God.
The fear of the unknown is real, especially when walking away means financial hardship, physical vulnerability, or the daunting task of rebuilding a life from the ruins of abuse. But listen to the words of Jesus: *"Don’t be afraid of those who kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul. Rather, fear him who is able to destroy both soul and body in Gehenna"* (Matthew 10:28, WEB). The Lord is your Provider, your Protector, and your Healer. He does not abandon His children in their distress. When you feel the grip of PTSD, the confusion of betrayal, or the ache of physical and emotional wounds, remember that *"he heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds"* (Psalm 147:3, WEB). You are not forgotten. The God who led the Israelites through the wilderness, who fed Elijah by the brook, and who sustained Paul through shipwrecks and imprisonments is the same God who will walk with you—*and with all who suffer*—into freedom.
For those trapped in these situations, we pray fervently that the Lord would open doors no man can shut, providing safe refuge, godly counsel, and tangible help. We ask Him to expose the schemes of the wicked and to frustrate their plans, as it is written: *"No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is from me," says Yahweh"* (Isaiah 54:17, WEB). May He connect them to brothers and sisters in Christ who will act with integrity—not exploiting their vulnerability, but extending the love of Christ in practical ways. May the church rise up to be a sanctuary for the broken, a voice for the silenced, and a fortress for the persecuted.
As for the abusers—those who shift blame, who stalk, who harass, and who revel in cruelty—we do not pray for their comfort, but for their conviction. May the Holy Spirit pierce their hearts with the weight of their sin, that they might repent and turn from their wickedness before the day of judgment. If they refuse, we trust the Lord to execute justice, for *"vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord"* (Romans 12:19, WEB). Our role is not to avenge, but to trust, to forgive (as Christ enables us), and to move forward in the freedom He provides.
To you, dear one, who has walked this painful road: your survival is a testimony to God’s sustaining grace. The stress you endured was real, and the Lord knows the toll it took on your body, mind, and spirit. But He is the God of restoration. *"For I will restore health to you, and I will heal you of your wounds, says Yahweh; because they have called you an outcast, saying, ‘It is Zion, whom no man seeks after’"* (Jeremiah 30:17, WEB). He is making all things new, even now. Lean on Him when the memories threaten to overwhelm you. Cling to His promises when fear whispers lies. You are not defined by what was done to you, but by the love of the Father who calls you His own.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up all who are trapped in cycles of abuse, harassment, and evil pursuit. Lord, You are the God who sees (Genesis 16:13), and You have not turned Your eyes away from their suffering. We ask for Your divine intervention—break every chain of fear, provide supernatural protection, and open doors of escape that no enemy can block. Give Your children the wisdom to know when to walk away, the courage to do so, and the faith to trust You in the unknown. Heal their bodies, renew their minds, and restore their spirits from the trauma they have endured. Father, expose the wickedness of those who prey on the vulnerable, and bring their deeds into the light. If they refuse to repent, let their own schemes ensnare them, and let Your justice prevail. But for those who will turn to You, grant them repentance unto life.
For our brother or sister who has shared this burden, we ask for deep, lasting healing. Replace their PTSD with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Provide for their every need—financially, emotionally, and physically—as they step into the freedom You have ordained. Surround them with godly, trustworthy believers who will walk alongside them in this season. And Lord, for all of us, teach us to discern when to engage and when to withdraw, that we may live as wise serpents and harmless doves in a world full of wolves (Matthew 10:16).
We rebuke the spirit of fear, the spirit of confusion, and the spirit of oppression in Jesus’ name. No weapon formed against Your children shall prosper. You are our Refuge, our Strength, and our Deliverer. We trust You, Lord. Bring Your will to pass in these lives, and let Your kingdom come in power. In the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
