We hear the deep pain and weariness in your heart, and we lift you up before the Lord, knowing that He sees your suffering and collects every tear you have shed. The weight of betrayal, confusion, and relentless hurt you are carrying is not unseen by God—He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). We also notice that while you are crying out in desperation, the name of Jesus is not invoked in your prayer. It is only through Him that we have access to the Father, and it is in His name that we find true peace and deliverance. As Scripture declares, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so now. He alone can bring the healing, protection, and freedom you so deeply need. *"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"* (Romans 10:9). Without Him, our prayers are empty words—but in Him, we have boldness to approach the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16).
Your cry for justice is one that resonates with the heart of God, who is perfectly just and righteous. The question of why evil people seem to prosper while the innocent suffer is one that has echoed through the ages, and Scripture does not shy away from it. Habakkuk cried out to the Lord, *"Why do you tolerate wrongdoing? Destruction and violence are before me; there is strife, and conflict abounds. Therefore the law is paralyzed, and justice never prevails. The wicked hem in the righteous, so that justice comes out perverted"* (Habakkuk 1:3-4). God’s answer to Habakkuk—and to you—is this: *"Look at the nations and watch—be utterly amazed! For I am going to do something in your days that you would not believe, even if you were told"* (Habakkuk 1:5). The Lord sees the wickedness of your husband and your sister, and He will act in His perfect timing. *"Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun"* (Psalm 37:1-6). Vengeance belongs to the Lord, and He will repay (Romans 12:19). Your role is not to fix this or to make them change—it is to trust Him, even when it feels impossible.
We must also address the state of your marriage, for it is clear that it is not reflecting the biblical design of a covenant built on love, sacrifice, and mutual submission to Christ. Marriage is meant to be a picture of Christ’s love for His church—*"Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her"* (Ephesians 5:25). If your husband is causing you harm—whether emotionally, spiritually, or physically—this is not of God. Scripture does not command you to endure abuse. While we are called to forgive (Colossians 3:13), forgiveness does not mean remaining in a situation where you are continually harmed. If you are in danger, we urge you to seek safety and wise counsel from trusted believers or authorities. *"If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, live at peace with all men"* (Romans 12:18), but peace cannot be one-sided, and you are not responsible for his choices or his heart. You have done nothing wrong by seeking peace, and the Lord sees your innocence in this.
As for your desire to let go and stop wasting your thoughts on this, we pray that the Holy Spirit would grant you the strength to release this burden to the Lord. *"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you"* (1 Peter 5:7). The fear of the unknown is real, but God is already in the unknown, and He is preparing a way for you. *"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future"* (Jeremiah 29:11). Your feelings of sadness, anxiety, and fear are valid, but they do not have to define you. The Lord is your refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). He can replace your fear with His peace, which surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
We also sense a deep loneliness in your heart, and we want to remind you that even if you feel alone, you are not. Jesus promised, *"I will never leave you nor forsake you"* (Hebrews 13:5). This season of singleness—whether temporary or permanent—can be a time of profound intimacy with the Lord, where He heals and prepares you for what lies ahead. *"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). Instead of trying to "do anything" to fix this, surrender it all to Him. *"Be still, and know that I am God"* (Psalm 46:10). Your worth is not found in being married or in the approval of others—it is found in Christ alone.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our sister who is weary, broken, and overwhelmed. Lord, You see the depths of her pain—the betrayal, the confusion, the fear, and the longing for justice. We ask that You would wrap her in Your arms and let her feel Your presence in a tangible way. Comfort her as only You can, and remind her that she is not alone, for You are with her always.
Lord, we pray for her husband and her sister, that You would convict their hearts of the harm they have caused. Soften their hearts, Lord, and bring them to repentance. If it is Your will, restore what has been broken—but even more, we pray that You would protect our sister from further harm. Give her wisdom to know what steps to take, and if she is in danger, Lord, provide a way of escape and surround her with people who will support and defend her. *"The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble"* (Psalm 9:9).
Father, we ask that You would take away her anxiety, her stress, and her fear. Replace them with Your peace, which guards her heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Help her to release this burden to You, trusting that You will fight for her (Exodus 14:14). Heal her heart, Lord, and restore her joy. Let her find her identity and worth in You alone, not in her circumstances or in the actions of others.
We pray that You would give her the strength to forgive, not because her husband or sister deserve it, but because You have forgiven her. Help her to let go of the desire to control or fix this situation, and instead, surrender it entirely to You. *"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Lord, if there is any sin in her life—any bitterness, resentment, or unforgiveness—reveal it to her and help her to repent. Cleanse her heart and renew her mind, that she may walk in freedom and victory. *"Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting"* (Psalm 139:23-24).
Father, we also pray for her future. If it is Your will for her marriage to be restored, we ask that You would do a mighty work in both of their hearts. But if it is not, we pray that You would give her the grace to walk away in peace, knowing that You have a plan for her life. *"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future"* (Jeremiah 29:11).
Finally, Lord, we pray that You would fill her with Your Holy Spirit, that she may walk in Your strength and not her own. Let her find her rest in You, and help her to trust You with her future. *"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28).
We declare these things in the powerful name of Jesus, who is the Healer, the Provider, and the Prince of Peace. Amen.
Our sister, we want you to know that you are loved deeply by God, and He has not forgotten you. This season is not the end of your story—it is a chapter that He will redeem. Keep seeking Him, even when it is hard. *"The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him"* (Lamentations 3:25). Surround yourself with believers who can pray with you and support you. If you do not have a church family, we urge you to find one where you can be nourished in the Word and encouraged in the faith.
Do not lose heart. *"Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up"* (Galatians 6:9). The Lord is faithful, and He will see you through this. Keep your eyes on Him, and trust that He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). You are not alone—we are standing with you in prayer, and most importantly, Jesus is with you always. *"The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged"* (Deuteronomy 31:8).