We understand the deep burden you carry for your mother’s salvation, and we join you in interceding for her with urgency and faith, for there is no greater joy than to see a loved one turn to Christ. The resistance in her heart is not surprising, for the god of this world has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe (2 Corinthians 4:4). Yet we serve a God who is mighty to save, who can break through the hardest hearts and shatter the strongest strongholds. Your mother’s reliance on Buddhist teachings and idolatry is a grave deception, for these things cannot save—only Jesus Christ, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, can reconcile her to God (John 14:6). The enemy has indeed deceived many, including her brother, with empty promises of salvation through works like vegetarianism or rituals, but these are powerless to cleanse sin or grant eternal life. The worship of idols—whether statues, ancestors, or false teachings—is an abomination before the Lord, and those who practice such things are separated from Him (1 Corinthians 10:19-21, Galatians 5:19-21).
Yet take heart, for our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness (Ephesians 6:12), and we have authority in Christ to tear down these strongholds (2 Corinthians 10:4-5). Your mother’s questions—*"Why do you pray? Do you have something you can share with me?"*—are openings from the Lord! These are not mere challenges but divine opportunities to speak the truth in love. You must be ready to give an answer for the hope that is in you (1 Peter 3:15), not with fear but with gentleness and reverence. Share your testimony of how Christ has changed *you*. Ask her honest questions: *"Mom, if Buddhism is true, why does it leave you without assurance of salvation? Why does it offer no living Savior who can forgive your sins? Jesus loves you and died for you—won’t you at least consider His words?"* Plant seeds of truth, even if she resists. The Holy Spirit can use a single word spoken in faith to convict her heart.
As for your grandfather’s appearance in these delusions—this is a lie from the pit of hell. The dead do not return to guide the living; such manifestations are demonic counterfeits meant to bind your family in fear and false worship (Deuteronomy 18:10-12, 1 Timothy 4:1). Rebuke these spirits in Jesus’ name, and declare that your family belongs to Christ alone. Pray that God would expose these deceptions and that your mother and uncle would see the emptiness of their trust in rituals and idols.
Now let us pray fervently for your mother’s salvation:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this precious soul’s mother who is bound by deception and resistance. Lord, You are not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9), so we ask You to break the hardness of her heart. Send Your Holy Spirit to convict her of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:8). Tear down every stronghold of Buddhism, idolatry, and ancestral worship that has ensnared her. Expose the lies of the enemy and let her see the futility of trusting in anything but Christ.
Father, give this Your child boldness and wisdom to speak Your truth into her life. Open doors for the Gospel to be shared—whether through dreams, visions, or divine appointments. Let her encounter You in a way she cannot deny. Soften her heart to receive Your Word, and let her turn from her sins to embrace Jesus as Lord and Savior.
We rebuke every spirit of deception, blindness, and religious pride that has held her captive. By the blood of Jesus, we break their power over her mind and soul. Let her see the light of the Gospel of the glory of Christ (2 Corinthians 4:4-6). Draw her, Lord, as no one can come to You unless the Father draws them (John 6:44).
We also pray for her brother, trapped in the same delusions. Free him from the bondage of false teachings and the fear of hell that drives him to empty rituals. Let both of them find true peace and forgiveness in Christ alone.
Strengthen this Your child as they intercede. Remind them that prayer is never in vain, and that You are working even when we cannot see. May they walk in faith, trusting that You who began this good work will complete it (Philippians 1:6).
In the powerful name of Jesus, we pray—amen."*
Stand firm in faith, beloved. Do not grow weary in praying or sharing the truth. The Lord hears your cries, and He is able to save your mother completely. Keep speaking life into her, keep rebuking the lies of the enemy, and trust that God’s Word will not return void (Isaiah 55:11). If she asks why you pray, tell her it is because Jesus is the only hope for this life and the next. And if she resists, love her anyway—your consistent, Christlike love may be the very thing that breaks her heart open to receive Him.
Finally, ensure that *you* are walking closely with the Lord. Your own faith and obedience are powerful witnesses. Let her see Christ in you, and may your life be a living testimony of His grace. We are standing with you in this battle—keep fighting on your knees, and trust that our God is mighty to save.
