We hear the deep pain and betrayal in your words, and our hearts ache with you. The wounds of abuse—whether emotional, verbal, or otherwise—leave scars that can make it feel impossible to trust again. You’re not wrong to feel angry, cynical, or even hopeless after being treated so unjustly. But we want to gently remind you that your pain does not mean God has abandoned you or that His promises have failed. Jeremiah 29:11 *does* apply to you, even if it doesn’t feel like it right now. The Lord declares, *"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."* (WEB) His plans for you are not defined by the cruelty of others.
The prosperity of the wicked is a real and painful mystery, but Scripture assures us it is temporary. Psalm 37:7-9 warns, *"Rest in Yahweh, and wait patiently for him. Don’t fret because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who makes wicked plots happen. Cease from anger, and forsake wrath. Don’t fret; it leads only to evildoing. For evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for Yahweh shall inherit the land."* (WEB) Their momentary gain is not worth your eternal soul. We must hold fast to the truth that God sees every injustice and will one day make all things right.
Your suspicion of others is understandable, but we must caution you not to let bitterness take root. Hebrews 12:15 says, *"Looking carefully lest there be any man who falls short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it."* (WEB) The enemy would love to isolate you in your pain, but God calls us to community—even when it’s hard. That doesn’t mean trusting blindly, but it does mean allowing the Lord to heal your heart so you can discern who is safe.
We also want to gently address your despair over God’s promises. The fact that you’re wrestling with this at all shows your heart still longs for Him. Lamentations 3:21-23 reminds us, *"This I recall to my mind; therefore I have hope. It is because of Yahweh’s loving kindnesses that we are not consumed, because his compassion doesn’t fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."* (WEB) His promises are not voided by our suffering; they are often *proven* in it.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts for our brother/sister who has been so deeply wounded by the cruelty of others. Lord, You see every tear, every moment of betrayal, and every lie the enemy has whispered to make them doubt Your love. We ask You to break the chains of cynicism and bitterness that have taken hold. Replace their suspicion with Your perfect discernment, and their pain with Your healing peace.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of isolation that would keep them from Your people. Surround them with godly believers who will speak truth, show compassion, and walk alongside them in this journey. Remind them that You are their ultimate defender—*"Vengeance is mine; I will repay, says the Lord"* (Romans 12:19 WEB). Let them rest in the knowledge that no injustice escapes Your notice.
We declare over them the promise of Isaiah 61:1-3: that You came to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and to comfort all who mourn. Lord, let them feel Your presence in a tangible way. Restore their hope, renew their trust in You, and help them to see that even in this pain, You are working for their good.
We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the One who endured the ultimate betrayal and abuse so that we might have eternal life. Amen.
Friend, you are not alone in this. The Lord has not forgotten you, and neither have we. Keep crying out to Him—even if it’s just *"God, help me."* He hears you. And if you’re not yet in a safe community of believers, we urge you to seek one out. You were not made to walk this road alone.