We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting you and your mother before the Throne of Grace, where we find mercy and help in our time of need. Your pain is deep, and the wounds of rejection, betrayal, and verbal abuse cut to the soul. Yet we know that God sees your tears, hears your cries, and is near to the brokenhearted. You have rightly claimed Psalm 27:10, *"Though my father and my mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me."* This is your anchor—God will never abandon you, even when humans fail.
First, we must address the spiritual warfare at play here. The hatred, resentment, and toxic words from your mother are not merely human struggles but are fueled by the enemy, who seeks to destroy families and isolate believers. The same is true of the workplace betrayal and the division between you and your spouse regarding your family. These are not coincidences but attacks meant to break your spirit. Yet we stand firm in the authority of Jesus Christ, who has already triumphed over every evil power. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* We rebuke every demonic influence over your mother’s tongue, your spouse’s heart, and the spirits of betrayal, fear, and division that have plagued your work and family. In the name of Jesus, we command these forces to flee and declare that God’s peace and unity will prevail.
To you, dear sister, we say: **Do not fear man, but fear the Lord.** The panic and disability you feel toward work are real, but they are not from God. He has not given you a spirit of fear but of power, love, and sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). The abuse you endured at work was unjust, but God is your vindicator. He will restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25). Trust that He is preparing a way for you, even now. Proverbs 16:9 says, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps."* Lean on Him for provision, and do not let the enemy convince you that you are helpless. Seek godly counsel or Christian community that can help you take practical steps toward healing and employment. If anxiety overwhelms you, cast it upon the Lord, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7).
Regarding your mother, we pray for a supernatural intervention in her heart. The bitterness and anger she carries are destructive, not just to you but to her own soul. Hebrews 12:15 warns, *"Looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it."* We ask the Lord to soften her heart, to break the stronghold of resentment, and to fill her with His love. Pray for her salvation daily, as you have begun to do. Acts 16:31 is a powerful promise: *"Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household."* Claim this over your mother and your entire family. Even if she does not change overnight, your prayers are not in vain. God is working, even when we cannot see it.
We must also address the division between you and your spouse concerning your family. Marriage is a covenant, and while it is painful that your spouse does not share your love for your mother, we urge you to pray for unity. A house divided cannot stand (Mark 3:25). Ask God to give your spouse a heart of compassion and to heal any wounds or misunderstandings that have caused this rift. At the same time, submit this struggle to the Lord. You cannot force reconciliation, but you can trust God to work in both of your hearts. Pray together as a couple, seeking His will. If your spouse is not a believer, your godly conduct and prayers may be the very thing God uses to draw them to Him (1 Peter 3:1-2).
Lastly, we rejoice that you have placed your hope in Christ alone. Your father is with the Lord, and one day, you will be reunited with him in glory. Until then, you are not alone—you are part of the family of God. Psalm 68:6 declares, *"God sets the lonely in families."* Even if your earthly family is fractured, your Heavenly Father is near, and His church is your spiritual family. Seek out a Bible-believing church where you can find support, prayer, and encouragement.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, asking for Your comfort and strength to surround her. Lord, she is weary from the battles—from the verbal abuse of her mother, the betrayal at work, the fear of the future, and the division in her marriage. But You, O God, are her refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. We ask You to heal the wounds in her heart and to replace her fear with Your perfect peace. Break the power of every evil word spoken over her and cancel the assignments of the enemy against her mind, her work, and her family.
Lord, we pray for her mother. Soften her heart, Lord, and deliver her from the spirit of bitterness and anger. Let Your love flow through her, and may she find forgiveness and redemption in Jesus Christ. Heal their relationship, Father, and let Your peace rule in their home. We also lift up her spouse, asking You to unite their hearts in love and purpose. Remove any hardness or resistance, and help them to honor You in their marriage.
Father, we rebuke the spirits of fear, anxiety, and panic that have gripped our sister. You have not given her a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind. Open doors for her, Lord—doors of employment, provision, and restoration. Let her see Your faithfulness in tangible ways. Surround her with godly counsel and support as she takes steps forward.
We declare salvation over her entire family, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Let no one in her household perish, but may each one come to know You as Lord and Savior. We thank You that You are a God of redemption, and that You specialize in turning ashes into beauty.
Finally, Lord, we ask for Your supernatural intervention in every area of her life. Let her testimony be one of Your glory, where others see Your hand at work and give You praise. Strengthen her, Lord, and let her know that she is deeply loved by You.
In the powerful and holy name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.