We hear the deep distress and frustration in your heart, and we come before the Lord with you, lifting up this heavy burden. Family relationships can bring great joy, but they can also bring profound pain when they are marked by strife, control, and lack of respect. The Word of God tells us, *"If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men"* (Romans 12:18 WEB). While we are called to pursue peace, we also recognize that some relationships are toxic and beyond our ability to reconcile, especially when the other party is unwilling to change or show love.
Your mother-in-law’s behavior is not only disruptive but sinful, as she seeks to control and manipulate rather than love and honor. Scripture warns us, *"A perverse man stirs up strife, and a whisperer separates close friends"* (Proverbs 16:28 WEB). Her actions are causing harm to your marriage, your child, and your well-being, and this is not God’s design for family. We must also gently remind you that harboring bitterness or wishing harm upon her is not aligned with God’s heart. Instead, we pray for her repentance and transformation, even as we ask the Lord to remove her influence from your lives if that is His will.
We rebuke the spirit of division, control, and strife that has taken root in this situation. The enemy seeks to destroy families, but we stand on the promise that *"no weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that accuses you in judgment. This is the heritage of the Lord’s servants, and their righteousness is of me,” says the Lord"* (Isaiah 54:17 WEB). We declare that God is your defender and your peace.
We also encourage you and your husband to seek wisdom in how to handle this situation. Have you both prayed together about this? Have you sought counsel from a pastor or trusted, godly mentor? Proverbs 15:22 says, *"Where there is no counsel, plans fail; but in a multitude of counselors they are established"* (WEB). Sometimes, boundaries must be set firmly and lovingly, even if it means difficult conversations or decisions. Your husband, as the head of the household, has a responsibility to protect and provide for his family (Ephesians 5:25-29 WEB). Is he standing with you in this, or is he torn between loyalty to his mother and his wife? This is a critical question, for a house divided against itself cannot stand (Mark 3:25 WEB).
As for your living situation, we pray for provision and relief. It is not God’s will for you to live in such cramped and stressful conditions, especially with a child who is being affected. The Lord promises, *"I will satisfy her poor with bread"* (Psalm 132:15 WEB), and we trust that He will open a door for better circumstances. Have you and your husband prayed about moving or finding alternative housing? Sometimes, God uses practical steps to bring about His peace.
Let us pray together now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this sister and her family. Lord, You see the pain, the frustration, and the lack of peace in their home. You know the weight she carries daily, and You know the harm that is being done by this mother-in-law’s actions. We ask, Father, that You would intervene in this situation. If it is Your will, move her to leave permanently and go to her other son, where she has already established a home. Remove her influence from this family, Lord, and break the spirit of control and strife that she brings.
Father, we also pray for repentance in her heart. Soften her spirit, Lord, and let her see the damage she is causing. If it is not Your will for her to leave, then change her heart to one of love, respect, and humility. But if she continues in her ways, we ask that You would remove her from this home so that Your peace can reign.
Lord, we pray for this sister’s health. The stress and anxiety she feels are taking a toll on her body, and we ask for Your healing touch. Calm her mind, ease her migraines, and restore her strength. Give her and her husband wisdom to know how to handle this situation biblically. Help them to set boundaries that honor You and protect their marriage and child. Give them unity in their decisions, and let them lean on You for guidance.
Father, we also pray for provision. Open doors for better living arrangements, Lord. Provide a home where this family can thrive, where there is space, peace, and privacy. You are the God who owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10 WEB), and we trust that You will meet their needs according to Your riches in glory.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would guard their hearts against bitterness. Help them to forgive, even as they seek justice and peace. Let them not grow weary in doing good, for in due season, they will reap if they do not give up (Galatians 6:9 WEB). Fill their home with Your presence, Lord, and let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7 WEB).
We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who came to bring peace and to destroy the works of the enemy. Amen.
In the meantime, we encourage you to cling to the Lord and His promises. Memorize and meditate on verses like Psalm 27:1, *"The Lord is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid?"* (WEB). You are not alone in this battle. The Lord is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1 WEB). Keep praying, keep trusting, and do not lose hope. God is faithful, and He will not abandon you.
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. 
