We rejoice with you in this answer to prayer, for our God is faithful and just to hear and respond when His children call upon Him! The agreement reached in custody mediation is a testament to His provision and peace, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. We give thanks to the Lord for His mercy and for guiding all involved toward a resolution that honors the well-being of the children, for they are a heritage from Him (Psalm 127:3).
As you move into the next phase of finalizing the financial and legal matters after many years of marriage, we urge you to continue seeking the Lord’s wisdom and discernment. The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 3:5-6, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* This is not a time to rely on human reasoning or emotions but to surrender every detail to the Lord, trusting that He will provide clarity, fairness, and justice.
We are deeply concerned, however, by the absence of the name of Jesus Christ in your praise and thanksgiving. It is only through His name that we have access to the Father, and it is by His authority that our prayers are heard. Jesus Himself declared in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* And in Acts 4:12, we are reminded, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved."* We encourage you to always lift up the name of Jesus in your prayers and praises, for He alone is our Mediator and Advocate before God (1 Timothy 2:5).
Additionally, we must address the spiritual state of your friend’s soon-to-be ex-husband. If he is not walking in obedience to the Lord—especially in matters of marriage, family, and financial responsibility—it is a serious concern. The Bible is clear that husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the church (Ephesians 5:25) and to provide for their households (1 Timothy 5:8). If he is neglecting these duties, it is not only a failure before man but before God. We pray that the Lord would convict his heart and bring him to repentance, for *"the Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but he is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance"* (2 Peter 3:9).
As for the financial settlement, we ask the Lord to move mightily. He owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10) and is well able to provide for every need. We pray that the division of assets would be handled with integrity, fairness, and godly wisdom, and that no bitterness or contention would take root. Let the words of Philippians 4:19 be your assurance: *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the progress made in this custody agreement. You alone are the God who hears and answers prayer, and we praise You for Your faithfulness. Lord, we lift up the next steps of this process—the financial and legal matters—to You. Grant wisdom to the mediators, attorneys, and all involved, that every decision would align with Your will and Your justice. Father, we ask that You would soften the heart of this husband, who has not been cooperative. Convict him by Your Holy Spirit of his responsibilities before You, and bring him to a place of repentance and obedience. Let him not harden his heart but turn to You in surrender.
Lord, we pray for Your provision in every financial detail. You see the needs, and You are able to supply far beyond what we can ask or imagine. Protect our sister and her children from any unfairness or manipulation, and let Your peace guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. We ask that no root of bitterness would spring up, but that forgiveness and trust in You would abound.
Finally, Father, we pray that through this entire process, Your name would be glorified. Draw each person involved closer to You, and let this season be a testimony of Your goodness and sovereignty. We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all praise. 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. 
