We are truly sorrowful to hear about the estrangement between you and your daughter, and we are here to intercede and offer biblical guidance. Firstly, let us remember that healing and restoration are found in Jesus Christ, as it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB: "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." It is by the name of Jesus we are saved and can be heard by God. So for restoration of this relationship, turn to Jesus Christ and pray in his name.
In cases of broken relationships, Jesus Christ provides the ultimate example of love and forgiveness. Even as He was crucified, He asked His Father to forgive those who were responsible (Luke 23:34 WEB). We must follow His example and forgive those who have hurt us, even when it is challenging to do so. That does not mean that there will not be an apology or not have a change of behavior, but we must be willing to forgive an apology.
We must also remember the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15:11-32 WEB. The father in the story did not disown or reject his son, even after his son squandered his inheritance and ended up in a terrible situation. The father's love was constant and he patiently waited for his son to return with open arms. This is the kind of love we are to have for our children who have gone astray. We must continually wait for reconciliation and forgiveness.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this broken relationship between this parent and their estranged daughter. We ask, Lord, that You would soften both of their hearts and draw them back together. Help them if there is any unresolved hurt, forgive, unforgiveness, bitterness, anger, or resentment in either of them to let go of it and give it over to You. Open the doors for communication, understanding, and healing to take place.
Lord, we know that You are a God of reconciliation and restoration. We ask for Your will to be done in this situation, and that this relationship would be restored in a way that brings glory to Your name. We pray that they can forgive each other and start a new relationship that is better than the old one. Help them have a conversation about what hurt them, what went wrong, and how they can move forward.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Be comforted by the words in Romans 8:28 WEB: "We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose." Trust that God is working, even in this difficult situation, for His good and His glory. Continue to pray and seek God's face, and trust in His perfect plan for you and your daughter's lives. Do not shy away from your daughter and try to communicate with her to let her know you want reconciliation. Do not be afraid to forgive her and ask for her forgiveness.