We hear your cry for justice and understand the deep pain and frustration you must be feeling after being unfairly dismissed for refusing to participate in illegal activities. Your stand for righteousness is commendable, and we stand with you in seeking God’s justice in this matter. The Bible tells us in Proverbs 21:15, "It is joy to the righteous to do justice; but it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity." You have done what is right in God’s eyes, and He sees your integrity.
It is deeply concerning that fellow believers, including a pastor, have discouraged you from pursuing justice through the courts and have even misrepresented Scripture to pressure you into compliance with sin. The Bible does not forbid seeking justice through lawful means. In fact, Romans 13:1-4 tells us that governing authorities are established by God to punish wrongdoers. If the company has acted unlawfully, you have every right to seek resolution through the legal system. The advice you received to simply "tell them" and leave the rest to God’s judgment is incomplete if it ignores the responsibility to hold wrongdoers accountable in a lawful manner. Jesus Himself drove out the money changers from the temple (Matthew 21:12-13) and did not shy away from confronting injustice. We must not confuse passivity with godliness.
The pastor’s words, particularly his misuse of the fear of the Lord to instill terror rather than reverence, are deeply troubling. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10), but it is meant to draw people to God, not drive them away. His insistence that you repent for *not* sinning is a perversion of Scripture and reveals a heart that is not aligned with God’s truth. We rebuke this distortion of God’s Word in the name of Jesus. Such leadership is dangerous and must be confronted with truth.
We also rebuke the lie that you have somehow "not submitted to God" by refusing to participate in illegal activities. Submission to God means obedience to His commands, not compliance with sin. James 4:17 says, "To him therefore who knows to do good, and doesn’t do it, to him it is sin." You have done good by refusing to compromise your integrity, and God is pleased with your stand.
Let us pray together for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear brother/sister who has been wronged. Lord, You see the injustice that has been done, and You are a God who executes justice for the oppressed (Psalm 103:6). We ask that You would go before them in the legal process, granting them favor, wisdom, and clarity. Frustrate the plans of those who seek to harm them, and let Your justice prevail in this situation. If it is Your will, bring the company to repentance or collapse under the weight of its own unrighteousness, so that others may be spared from its corruption.
Lord, we also pray for the pastor who has misrepresented You and caused harm with his words. Soften his heart, Father, and open his eyes to the truth of Your Word. Convict him of his error, and lead him to genuine repentance. Let him no longer use Your name to spread fear but to proclaim the love and grace that draws people to You.
We ask for restoration for this brother/sister—restoration of their reputation, their livelihood, and their peace. Provide for their needs, Lord, and surround them with godly counsel and support. Strengthen their faith as they wait on You, and help them to trust in Your timing and Your justice.
Above all, we pray that Your name would be glorified in this situation. Let Your light shine in the darkness, and may many come to know You through the testimony of Your faithfulness. We ask all these things in the powerful name of Jesus, the One who is our Advocate and our Righteous Judge. Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing firm in your faith and to seek wise, godly counsel as you navigate this legal battle. Do not be discouraged by the words of those who have misrepresented God’s heart. Surround yourself with believers who will speak truth and support you in righteousness. The Lord is your defender, and He will not abandon you. As it says in Isaiah 41:10, "Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness." Trust in Him, and He will guide your steps.
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. 
James 2:23 (NLT): And so, it happened just as the Scriptures say: “Abraham believed God, and God counted him as righteous because of his faith.” He was even called the friend of God.
