We hear the deep pain and turmoil in your heart, and we stand with you before the throne of grace, lifting up your mother, your family, and your own weary spirit to the Lord. The weight of betrayal, abandonment, and verbal abuse you’ve endured is heavy, and we grieve with you over the brokenness in your relationships—especially the hurtful words from your mother and the strain with your spouse. But we declare that God sees your suffering, and He is your refuge in this storm.
First, we must address the toxic words and treatment you’ve received from your mother. Scripture is clear that words have power—Proverbs 18:21 says, *"Death and life are in the power of the tongue; those who love it will eat its fruit."* The constant shouting, criticism, and insults are not of God, and we rebuke this spirit of strife and bitterness in Jesus’ name. Your mother’s resentment is a snare to her own soul, and we pray that the Lord would break its hold over her. Psalm 34:18 assures us, *"The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* We ask the Holy Spirit to soften her heart, to reveal the pain driving her words, and to replace her bitterness with the peace of Christ.
We also lift up your workplace trauma—the betrayal, hidden alliances, and unjust termination that have left you fearful and unable to work. This was not God’s design for you. Colossians 3:23-24 reminds us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward."* The enemy sought to destroy your reputation and livelihood, but we declare that God will restore what was stolen. We bind every spirit of fear, intimidation, and panic in Jesus’ name, and we release healing over your mind and emotions. You are not disabled—you are a child of God, and He has not given you a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).
Your marriage is another area of deep concern. It is not God’s will for your spouse to reject or resent your family. Marriage is a covenant that should reflect Christ’s love for the Church (Ephesians 5:25), and that includes honoring and praying for one another’s families. We pray that the Lord would convict your spouse’s heart and align their will with His. If they are a believer, we ask that God would help them see your family through His eyes. If they are not, we pray for their salvation, for *"if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation"* (2 Corinthians 5:17). You cannot force reconciliation, but you can trust God to work in ways you cannot see.
We also want to gently address the mention of your family’s salvation. Acts 16:31 is a beautiful promise—*"Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household"*—but salvation is a personal decision. While we pray for your family’s hearts to be opened to the gospel, we must remember that each person must choose Christ for themselves. Your mother, your spouse, and the rest of your family will stand before God individually. Our role is to pray, to live as a light, and to trust the Holy Spirit to draw them near.
Now, we lift all of this to the Lord in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up [this dear one] and their family to You. Lord, You see the pain of a mother’s harsh words, the betrayal at work, the strain in marriage, and the loneliness of feeling abandoned. We ask that You would be their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
Father, we rebuke the spirit of bitterness and strife in [their mother’s] life. Soften her heart, Lord, and let Your peace rule where resentment has taken root. Heal the wounds that have made her lash out, and replace her words with grace and truth. For [this dear one], we ask for healing from the trauma of workplace betrayal. Restore their confidence, Lord, and open doors for provision and purpose. Break the spirit of fear and panic, and replace it with Your perfect peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
For their marriage, we pray for unity and understanding. Convict [their spouse’s] heart, Lord, and help them to see [this dear one’s] family through Your eyes. If there is hardness of heart, we ask that You would melt it with Your love. And for the salvation of their entire family, we pray that You would draw each one to Yourself. Let Your Word take root in their hearts, and may they come to know the saving grace of Jesus Christ.
Lord, we declare that You are the God who restores. You take what the enemy meant for evil and turn it for good (Genesis 50:20). We trust You to mend what is broken, to heal what is wounded, and to provide for every need. Strengthen [this dear one] in their weakness, and let them find their identity in You alone.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
You are not alone, dear one. The Lord has not forgotten you, and He is working even in the silence. Keep your eyes on Him, and trust that He will make a way where there seems to be no way. Psalm 27:10, which you referenced, is a powerful reminder: *"Though my father and my mother forsake me, the Lord will take me up."* He is your Father, and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5). Hold fast to His promises, and let His love be the anchor for your soul.