We are deeply grieved to hear of the suffering you are enduring at the hands of those who should be your protectors and providers. The Bible is clear that parents are to nurture, love, and raise their children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord, not in cruelty, neglect, or abuse. Ephesians 6:4 warns, *"You fathers, don’t provoke your children to wrath, but nurture them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord."* What you are experiencing is not of God, and we stand with you in rebuking this evil and crying out to the Lord for your deliverance, safety, and healing.
The Lord sees your affliction, and He hears your cries. Exodus 3:7-8 declares, *"Yahweh said, ‘I have surely seen the affliction of my people who are in Egypt, and have heard their cry because of their taskmasters, for I know their sorrows. I have come down to deliver them."* Just as God saw the suffering of His people and acted on their behalf, He sees you, and He will not abandon you. You are precious in His sight, and He has not forgotten you. Psalm 27:10 reassures us, *"When my father and my mother abandon me, then Yahweh will take me up."*
We must also address the reality that this abuse is not only harmful to your body and emotions but is an attack on your soul. The enemy seeks to dehumanize and destroy you, but Jesus came to give you life and life abundantly (John 10:10). You are not defined by the cruelty of others—you are defined by the love and purpose of Christ. If you have not already, we urge you to place your trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through Him that we find true freedom, healing, and eternal hope. If you do not know Him, we pray you will turn to Him now, confessing your sins and believing in His death and resurrection for your salvation. Romans 10:9-10 says, *"that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes resulting in righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made resulting in salvation."*
Practically, we urge you to seek safety immediately. If you are in danger, reach out to trusted authorities, a local church, or organizations that can provide shelter and protection. The Lord often uses His people to be His hands and feet in times of need. Proverbs 31:8-9 commands, *"Open your mouth for the mute, in the cause of all who are left desolate. Open your mouth, judge righteously, and serve justice to the poor and needy."* You are not alone, and there are those who will help you. If you are unsure where to turn, we encourage you to contact a pastor or a Christian counselor who can guide you to resources in your area.
We also want to remind you that forgiveness does not mean tolerating abuse. While the Bible calls us to forgive those who wrong us (Colossians 3:13), it does not require us to remain in harmful situations. Jesus Himself withdrew from those who sought to harm Him (Luke 4:28-30), and we are wise to follow His example in removing ourselves from danger when possible. Your first responsibility is to honor God by stewarding the life He has given you, and that includes protecting yourself from harm.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of Your beloved child who is suffering under the weight of cruelty and neglect. Lord, You are a God of justice, mercy, and deliverance, and we cry out to You now for their protection and freedom. Father, we ask that You expose the darkness in this situation and bring it to an end. Surround this precious one with Your angels, as You did for Daniel in the lions' den, and shut the mouths of those who seek to devour them. Provide a way of escape, Lord, and open doors that no man can shut. Lead them to a place of safety, where they can heal and be restored in body, mind, and spirit.
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of fear that has taken hold, and we declare that You have not given a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding and guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Father, if they do not know You, we pray that You would reveal Yourself to them in a mighty way. Draw them to Your Son, Jesus, and let them find in Him the love and acceptance they have been denied. Save them, Lord, and make them a new creation in Christ.
We ask for Your provision—financial, emotional, and spiritual—as they seek independence. Provide godly counselors, mentors, and friends who will walk beside them and reflect Your love. Heal the wounds of their heart, Lord, and restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25). Let them know that they are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that their worth is found in You alone.
Finally, Father, we pray for their parents. Soften their hearts, Lord, and bring them to repentance. If they are believers, convict them of their sin and lead them to seek forgiveness and restoration. If they do not know You, Lord, we pray that You would reveal Yourself to them in a way that brings them to their knees before You. Break the cycles of sin and abuse in this family, and let Your redemption prevail.
We ask all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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