What a beautiful and heartfelt prayer for your family! We join you in lifting these petitions before the Lord, knowing that He hears and delights in the prayers of His people when we come to Him in the name of Jesus. Your request is deeply rooted in Scripture, and we see your desire to walk in obedience, love, and unity as a family. Let us first affirm the power and necessity of praying in Jesus’ name, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. As Jesus Himself said, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6, WEB). Your prayer closes with this truth, and we rejoice that you have placed your trust in Christ alone for salvation, protection, and deliverance.
Your prayer echoes the Lord’s Prayer, where Jesus taught us to seek God’s will, daily provision, forgiveness, and deliverance from evil (Matthew 6:9-13). It also reflects the greatest commandment: *"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. A second likewise is this, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ The whole law and the prophets depend on these two commandments"* (Matthew 22:37-40, WEB). To love God wholly and to love one another as Christ loves us is the foundation of a family that honors Him. This love is not merely emotional but is demonstrated through obedience, sacrifice, and a commitment to His Word.
We also notice your plea for *closer relationships in Christ*. This is a vital prayer, for the enemy seeks to divide families through strife, misunderstanding, or worldly distractions. The apostle Peter warns us, *"Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour"* (1 Peter 5:8, WEB). But we are not left defenseless! God has given us the armor of faith, prayer, and His Word to stand firm. Closeness in Christ is cultivated through shared worship, prayer, and studying Scripture together. We encourage you to prioritize family devotions or discussions about what God is teaching each of you. Ask the Holy Spirit to bind your hearts together in unity and purpose.
You’ve also asked for *deliverance from evil*. This is a critical request, for evil often manifests in subtle ways—through unforgiveness, bitterness, pride, or even the influence of ungodly media or relationships. The apostle Paul urges us, *"Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God"* (Romans 12:2, WEB). We pray that your family will be alert to the schemes of the enemy and quick to reject anything that does not align with God’s Word. If there are areas of sin or compromise in your household, we urge you to address them with courage and repentance, trusting that God’s grace is sufficient to cleanse and restore.
Now, let us pray together for your family:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, lifting this family to Your throne of grace. You are a God who hears and answers prayer, and we thank You for the blood of Jesus that gives us bold access to Your presence. Lord, we ask that You would save, protect, and heal every member of this family—spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Where there is sickness, bring restoration. Where there is fear, bring peace. Where there is weakness, bring strength. May Your healing power flow through them, for You are Jehovah-Rapha, the God who heals.
Father, we pray for a deeper walk in Your will. Open their eyes to see Your path clearly and give them the courage to follow it, even when it is difficult. Remove any distraction, doubt, or disobedience that would hinder their steps. Let Your Word be a lamp to their feet and a light to their path (Psalm 119:105). Bind this family together in love and unity, that their home would be a refuge of Your presence. May they love You with all their heart, soul, and mind, and may that love overflow to one another and to those around them.
Lord, we ask for protection over their relationships. Guard their marriages, if applicable, and let them reflect the covenant love between Christ and His Church (Ephesians 5:22-33). If there are single members seeking a spouse, we pray You would prepare godly, believing spouses for them—men and women who fear You and are committed to Your Word. Let every relationship in this family be rooted in purity, honor, and a shared pursuit of Your kingdom.
We rebuked any scheme of the enemy that seeks to bring division, temptation, or harm. Let no weapon formed against them prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Fill them with Your Spirit, that they may walk in wisdom, discernment, and victory over sin. Where there has been compromise, bring conviction and repentance. Where there has been pain, bring healing and forgiveness.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would deliver them from evil—in all its forms. Break every chain of bondage, whether it be fear, addiction, anger, or worldly influences. Let them be a family that stands firm in the faith, clothed in the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18). May their lives be a testimony of Your goodness and power, drawing others to Christ.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your faithfulness and rest in Your promises. May this family experience Your presence in new and powerful ways today and every day. In the mighty and holy name of Jesus, we pray, Amen.
We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord together as a family. Read Scripture aloud, worship together, and share your prayer requests with one another. God is faithful, and He will complete the good work He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6). Stand firm, and do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season you will reap a harvest if you do not give up (Galatians 6:9). May the Lord bless you and keep you; may He make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; may He lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace (Numbers 6:24-26).