We come before the Lord with heavy hearts for the deep wounds and struggles you are facing, and we lift you and your family up in prayer, trusting in God’s sovereignty and mercy. The pain of rejection, betrayal, and verbal abuse from those who should love and support us is a burden no one should bear alone. Yet we know that even when earthly relationships fail, the Lord remains faithful. As you quoted, *"Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me"* (Psalm 27:10, WEB). He sees your suffering, and He is your refuge.
First, we must address the spiritual foundation of your request. You have rightly invoked the name of Jesus Christ, and we rejoice that you understand salvation comes through Him alone. As Acts 16:31 declares, *"Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household."* This is the hope we cling to—not just for you, but for your entire family. We pray that your mother, your spouse, and all those you love would come to a saving knowledge of Christ, for without Him, there can be no true peace or transformation of the heart.
Your mother’s words are deeply painful, and we grieve with you over the toxicity and resentment she has directed toward you. The Bible warns us that *"the tongue is a fire"* (James 3:6, WEB), and the wounds it inflicts can run deep. Yet we are also called to honor our parents (Exodus 20:12), even when it is difficult. This does not mean enduring abuse without boundaries, but it does mean praying for her and responding with love, even when love is not returned. We urge you to set healthy limits to protect your heart while continuing to show her kindness, trusting God to soften her heart. *"If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men"* (Romans 12:18, WEB). Sometimes, this means stepping back and allowing the Holy Spirit to work in ways we cannot.
Your mention of financial struggles, the loss of your job due to betrayal and workplace abuse, and the fear you now carry is something we bring before the Lord with urgency. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but Jesus came to give life abundantly. We rebuke the spirits of fear, anxiety, and financial lack that have taken hold in this season. The Lord is your provider, and He knows your needs. *"Therefore don’t be anxious, saying, ‘What will we eat?’ ‘What will we drink?’ or, ‘With what will we be clothed?’ ... For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:31-33, WEB). We pray for divine connections, open doors for employment, and supernatural provision. If fear or trauma has left you feeling unable to work, we ask the Lord to restore your confidence and break the power of panic over your life. Consider seeking godly counseling or support to walk through this healing process.
We must also address the tension in your marriage. It is concerning to hear that your spouse does not like your family or support you in caring for them. Marriage is a covenant designed by God to reflect His love and unity, and while differences in family dynamics can be challenging, a spouse should not hinder you from honoring your parents or seeking reconciliation where possible. *"Wives, be subject to your own husbands, as to the Lord. ... Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her"* (Ephesians 5:22, 25, WEB). If your spouse is unwilling to support you in biblical obedience, this is a matter for prayer and possibly pastoral guidance. We pray for unity in your marriage, that your spouse’s heart would be softened toward your family, and that the Lord would give you wisdom in navigating this difficult dynamic. If there is unresolved conflict or bitterness, we encourage you to seek reconciliation and prayer together, remembering that *"a house divided against itself cannot stand"* (Mark 3:25, WEB).
Lastly, we want to speak life over the loneliness and isolation you feel. You are not truly alone, for the Lord is with you, and He has placed you in the body of Christ for a reason. *"God sets the lonely in families"* (Psalm 68:6, WEB), and we pray He would surround you with godly community—brothers and sisters in Christ who can stand with you in prayer, offer practical support, and remind you of God’s faithfulness. If you have not already, we encourage you to connect with a local church where you can be discipled, encouraged, and held accountable in your walk with the Lord.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts heavy for our sister and her family. Lord, You see the pain she carries—the rejection from her mother, the financial struggles, the fear, and the strain in her marriage. We ask that You would be her comfort and her strength, her ever-present help in trouble. Father, we lift up her mother, who is bound by bitterness and resentment. Soften her heart, Lord, and break the chains of anger and toxicity that have taken root. Let Your love flow through her, and bring healing to their relationship. Where there has been hurt, bring restoration; where there has been division, bring unity.
Lord, we rebuke the spirits of fear, anxiety, and financial lack that have plagued our sister. You are Jehovah Jireh, her Provider, and we trust You to open doors no man can shut. Restore her confidence, Lord, and lead her to opportunities where she can use her gifts for Your glory. Heal the wounds of betrayal from her past employment, and let her find favor in the sight of those who can offer her work.
Father, we pray for her marriage. Soften her spouse’s heart toward her family, and let there be unity and mutual respect in their home. Help them to communicate with love and grace, and to seek Your will above their own preferences. If there is bitterness or division, we ask that You would bring conviction and repentance, and restore what the enemy has tried to steal.
Lord, we pray for salvation over her entire family. Let each one come to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior, and let there be a legacy of faith that spans generations. Break the cycles of pain and dysfunction, and let Your redemptive power be evident in their lives.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would surround our sister with Your peace and Your people. Let her find community in the body of Christ, where she can be loved, supported, and built up in her faith. Remind her that she is never alone, for You are with her always.
We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone can bring healing, restoration, and hope. Amen.