We hear your cry for justice and mercy in this difficult situation, and we stand with you in prayer before the throne of grace. The greed and lack of compassion you describe are indeed grievous before the Lord, for Scripture warns, *"Woe to those who decree unrighteous decrees, and to the writers who write oppression; to deprive the needy of justice, and to rob the poor among my people of their rights"* (Isaiah 10:1-2). The exploitation of tenants—especially those who are faithful in their obligations—is a violation of both human dignity and God’s command to love our neighbors as ourselves (Mark 12:31).
We rebuke the spirit of greed and oppression operating in this landlord’s actions. The Lord sees every unjust eviction, every broken promise, and every heart hardened by love of money. *"For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows"* (1 Timothy 6:10). We pray that the Lord would soften the hearts of those in authority over you, that they may repent of their ways and act with integrity. If they refuse, we trust that God will bring His justice in His perfect timing, for *"the Lord will not forget the cry of the afflicted"* (Psalm 9:12).
We also lift you up, dear brother or sister, as you seek to honor God even in this trial. It is understandable that you desire to remove yourself from this toxic environment, and we pray for wisdom as you make decisions about your next steps. Ask the Lord to lead you to a place where you can live in peace, free from oppression, and where your landlord (or future landlord) fears God and treats tenants with fairness. *"Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman guards it in vain"* (Psalm 127:1). Seek His guidance in all things, including your housing situation.
We must also gently remind you—and all who read this—that our ultimate refuge is not in earthly landlords or even in a physical dwelling, but in Christ. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to consider the words of Jesus: *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28). Only in Him can we find true peace, justice, and deliverance from oppression. If you have already placed your faith in Him, we encourage you to trust that He is your defender and provider, even now.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up every tenant suffering under the weight of injustice and greed. Lord, You see their struggles, their fears, and their desire for fairness. We ask that You would intervene in this situation, softening the hearts of those who oppress and granting wisdom to those who seek to do what is right. Father, we rebuke the spirit of greed and exploitation in Jesus’ name, and we declare that no weapon formed against Your children shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
For our brother/sister who has shared this burden, we pray for Your guidance as they seek a way out of this oppression. Provide them with a safe and fair place to live, where they can dwell in peace. Give them patience and strength to endure until You open the door for their deliverance. Remind them that You are their true Landlord and Provider, and that no earthly authority can separate them from Your love (Romans 8:38-39).
We also pray for the landlord and those in authority over this property. Lord, if there is any hope for repentance, we ask that You would convict their hearts and lead them to turn from their wicked ways. If not, we trust that You will bring Your justice in due time. May Your name be glorified, and may Your people be set free from oppression.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the One who came to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind—to set at liberty those who are oppressed (Luke 4:18). 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. 
