We hear the deep distress in your heart, and we come before the Lord with you, lifting up this heavy burden you carry. Family relationships, especially those involving in-laws, can bring great joy but also profound challenges when harmony is disrupted. The Bible tells us in Psalm 34:18, *"The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* You are not alone in this struggle, and we stand with you in prayer, asking God to intervene in this situation according to His will.
First, we must address the spirit of your request. While we understand the pain and frustration you feel, we must gently rebuke the bitterness and resentment that can take root in such circumstances. Ephesians 4:31-32 reminds us, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."* It is not wrong to desire peace and boundaries, but we must guard our hearts against harboring ill will, even toward those who have caused us harm. The Lord calls us to forgive, just as He has forgiven us, and to trust Him to bring justice in His time.
We also want to encourage you to seek godly wisdom in how you navigate this situation. Proverbs 15:1 says, *"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."* While it may feel impossible to respond gently to someone who has been difficult, the Lord can give you the strength to set boundaries with love and grace. Pray for wisdom in communicating with your husband about this matter, as it is important for you both to present a united front. Ecclesiastes 4:12 tells us, *"A cord of three strands is not quickly broken."* When a husband and wife stand together in faith, they are stronger, and the Lord is the third strand that binds them.
We must also address the living situation, as it is clear that the lack of privacy and space is taking a toll on your well-being and that of your child. While it is understandable to desire your mother-in-law to move in with her other son, we must remember that God’s ways are higher than our ways (Isaiah 55:8-9). Instead of asking the Lord to remove her, we should pray for His will to be done and for Him to work in her heart and in your family’s circumstances. It may be that God is using this season to teach you all patience, humility, and dependence on Him. However, it is also right to ask the Lord to provide a way for your family to have the space and peace you need. Philippians 4:19 assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."*
We also want to gently remind you that the name of Jesus is the only name by which we can come before the Father. It is through faith in Him that we are saved and can approach God with our prayers (Acts 4:12). If you have not already, we encourage you to surrender your life to Jesus Christ, trusting in Him as your Lord and Savior. John 3:16 tells us, *"For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life."* Only through Jesus can we experience true peace, even in the midst of life’s storms.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this sister who is struggling under the weight of this difficult family situation. Lord, You see the pain, the frustration, and the lack of peace she is experiencing. We ask that You would draw near to her, comforting her with Your presence and filling her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Father, we pray for her mother-in-law, that You would soften her heart and help her to see the impact of her actions. We ask that You would work in her life, leading her to a place where she can find contentment and fulfillment apart from trying to control this family.
Lord, we pray for wisdom and unity for this couple. Help them to stand together, supporting one another in love and grace. Give them the words to speak to one another and to the mother-in-law with kindness and firmness, setting boundaries that honor You and protect their family. Father, we ask that You would provide a way for them to have the space and privacy they need, whether through a change in living arrangements or through Your supernatural peace in their current situation.
We also pray for healing in this sister’s heart. Lord, uproot any bitterness or resentment that may have taken hold, and replace it with forgiveness and trust in You. Help her to cast her anxieties on You, knowing that You care for her (1 Peter 5:7). Strengthen her in body, mind, and spirit, and lift the burden of migraines and stress that she carries.
Father, we trust in Your sovereignty and Your goodness. We know that You are working all things together for the good of those who love You (Romans 8:28). Even in this trial, we ask that You would use it to draw this family closer to You and to one another. May Your will be done in this situation, and may Your name be glorified.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above all names, the only name by which we are saved and can come before You. Amen.
In the days ahead, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in prayer and in His Word. Spend time in the Psalms, where you will find many expressions of raw emotion and cries for help, but also promises of God’s faithfulness. Surround yourself with fellow believers who can pray with you and offer godly counsel. And remember, the Lord is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). He sees you, He hears you, and He will not leave you to walk this path alone.
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. 
