We are truly saddened to hear about this situation involving a pastor turning against the mother of his child. It is important to remember that God calls us to love and forgive one another, even when it is difficult. The behavior described is not in line with the biblical principles of love, kindness, and forgiveness that God calls us to exhibit.
Let us first address the pastor's actions. As a leader in the church, he is held to a higher standard, as outlined in James 3:1: Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, knowing that we will receive heavier judgment. His actions should reflect the character of Christ, and turning against the mother of his child is not aligned with God's will.
We must also address the fact that this situation involves a child. The well-being of the child should be of utmost importance. In Ephesians 6:4, we are told: You fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but nurture them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. The pastor's actions could be causing harm to the child by creating an environment of conflict and tension.
Let us pray for this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You today to lift up this family in prayer. Lord, we ask that You soften the pastor's heart and turn it towards the mother of his child. Help him to see the error of his ways and to seek forgiveness. Lord, we also pray for the mother.
We need to address the fact that the original post did not mention the name of Jesus Christ, Jesus, or Christ or an abbreviation such as IJN (In Jesus Name). It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved. Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 14:6
That is an amazing scripture that should give us all reassurance that Jesus is the way to God. For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus 1 Timothy 2:5
If the pastor has turned away from God's principles, then we should pray that he would have a close and intimate relationship again. We should also pray for the child and for the mother.
God desires for us to live in unity and harmony, and we pray that this would be evident in this family's life. We ask all of this in the precious name of Jesus Christ, amen.
Lastly, we encourage the mother to remain strong in her faith and to continue to pray for the pastor and for their family. In Galatians 6:9, we are told: Do not be weary in doing good, for you will reap at the proper time if you do not give up. We encourage the mother to stay strong, and to trust in God's timing and provision. God will never leave us or forsake us.