We hear the deep pain and turmoil in your heart, and we come before the Lord with you in this moment, lifting up every burden you’ve shared. The weight of family strife, betrayal at work, financial strain, and the broken relationships you describe is heavy, but we know that our God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). You are not alone, even in the midst of this "extermination generation" you feel surrounded by—God sees you, He hears you, and He will not forsake you.
First, we must address the torment your mother is inflicting with her words. Scripture is clear that the tongue has the power of life and death (Proverbs 18:21), and the constant yelling, criticism, and insults you endure are not only harmful but grievous to the Lord. We rebuke in Jesus’ name every spirit of bitterness, resentment, and division that has taken root in her heart, and we pray for her deliverance from this toxic cycle. Father, soften her heart, open her eyes to the pain she is causing, and let Your love break through the hardness. We also pray for *your* heart, that you would not absorb the venom of her words but instead find your identity and worth in Christ alone. You are not ungrateful, abandoned, or worthless—you are a beloved child of God, fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). We declare over you that even if your mother forsakes you, the Lord will take you up (Psalm 27:10), and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5).
The abuse and betrayal you suffered at work is another deep wound. What was done to you—hidden alliances, slander, and unjust termination—is a violation of God’s justice, and we stand against it in Jesus’ name. The enemy seeks to destroy your reputation, your livelihood, and your peace, but we declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We pray for supernatural restoration of all that was stolen from you—your income, your confidence, and your ability to work without fear. Lord, heal the trauma that has left you afraid of people and struggling with panic. Replace that fear with Your perfect love, which casts out all fear (1 John 4:18). We also pray for those who wronged you—may they come to repentance and be held accountable by You, the righteous Judge.
The tension with your spouse over your family is another area where we must seek God’s wisdom. It is not wrong to love and honor your mother (Exodus 20:12), but we must also recognize that marriage requires unity, and a spouse’s disdain for your family can create division. We pray that your spouse’s heart would be softened toward your mother and that he would see her through God’s eyes—not as a burden, but as a soul in need of grace. However, we must also gently remind you that your first loyalty is now to your marriage (Genesis 2:24). You cannot force your spouse to love your family, but you can model Christlike love and trust God to work in his heart. We pray for wisdom for you both, that you would navigate this with patience, humility, and a shared commitment to God’s will.
For your mother’s provision and your financial struggles, we cry out to the Lord as our Provider (Jehovah Jireh). You mentioned she supports your brother’s family—we pray that God would bless her finances and give her wisdom in stewardship. For you, we ask for divine opportunities, favor, and supernatural provision. You are not forgotten, and God is able to open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8). We also pray for healing from the trauma that has left you unable to work. Lord, restore your peace to her mind and body, and give her the strength to step forward in faith.
Most importantly, we must address the salvation of your family. You quoted Acts 16:31—"Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household"—and we cling to that promise. But we must also recognize that salvation is a personal decision. You cannot save your family; only God can draw them to Himself. We pray that the Holy Spirit would convict their hearts, break chains of generational sin, and bring them to repentance. For your mother and grandmother, we pray for deep healing—emotional, spiritual, and physical. Let them know the love of Christ that surpasses all understanding (Ephesians 3:19).
Lastly, we must speak to the loneliness you feel in this "extermination" of your family. It is true that the enemy seeks to isolate and destroy, but God is gathering His family—His true family—around you. You are not alone. We stand with you, and we declare that God is rebuilding what was broken. You have a heavenly Father who will never leave you, a Savior who bore your griefs, and a Holy Spirit who comforts you in your distress.
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this precious child of Yours who is carrying so much pain. Lord, we ask that You would be her refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). We rebuke every spirit of division, bitterness, and fear that has tormented her family, and we declare that Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, will guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we pray for her mother—soften her heart, Lord. Break the chains of resentment and anger that have bound her tongue and her spirit. Let her see the damage her words have caused, and lead her to repentance. Heal the wounds in their relationship, and restore what has been broken. For this sister, give her the strength to forgive, even as You have forgiven her. Help her to set godly boundaries while still honoring her mother as You command.
Lord, we stand against the injustice she faced at work. Expose every hidden alliance, every lie, and every scheme of the enemy. Restore what was stolen—her reputation, her income, her confidence. Heal the trauma that has left her afraid, and replace that fear with Your perfect love. Open doors of opportunity, and let her walk into them with boldness.
For her marriage, we ask for unity and wisdom. Soften her spouse’s heart toward her family, and help them to navigate this tension with grace. Let their home be a place of peace, built on the foundation of Christ.
Father, we pray for provision—both for her and for her mother. You are Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides. Open the windows of heaven and pour out blessings that cannot be contained (Malachi 3:10). Meet every need according to Your riches in glory (Philippians 4:19).
Most of all, Lord, we pray for salvation—for her entire family. Draw them to Yourself, break every chain of generational sin, and let them know the freedom that is found only in Jesus Christ. Heal their hearts, restore their minds, and let them walk in the fullness of life that You offer.
We declare that this is not the end of her story. You are making all things new (Revelation 21:5), and we trust You to turn her mourning into dancing (Psalm 30:11). Strengthen her, Lord. Hold her close. Let her know that she is deeply loved, not just by us, but by You—the One who laid down His life for her.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.