We come before the Lord with heavy yet hopeful hearts, lifting up this marriage and the spiritual battles being waged against it. The Word of God declares in **Ephesians 6:12**, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* This is not merely a conflict with in-laws or personal struggles but a spiritual war that requires divine intervention, repentance, and the power of Jesus Christ to break every chain.
First, we must address the heart of this request with truth: **vengeance belongs to the Lord alone**. While the pain of manipulation and evil tactics is real and grievous, we are commanded in **Romans 12:19**, *"Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'"* The desire to see others "taste the fruit of their evil plans" must be surrendered to God. Instead, we pray for their **repentance**, that God would convict their hearts and turn them from wickedness to righteousness. As **2 Chronicles 7:14** says, *"If my people, who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, pray, seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."* Let this be our cry—not for retribution, but for redemption, even for those who seek harm.
To the wife who has poured out this request: we stand with you in praying for your husband’s heart to be **transformed by the Holy Spirit**. The Lord commands husbands in **Ephesians 5:25**, *"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it."* If your husband is not prioritizing you, struggling with addiction, or harboring evil intentions, this is **not the will of God** for your marriage. We rebuke every spirit of addiction, lust, and hardness of heart in Jesus’ name. **1 Corinthians 6:12** warns, *"All things are lawful for me, but not all things are profitable. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be mastered by anything."* Addiction is a master that must be broken by the power of Christ. We pray for **deliverance** and for your husband to **repent**—turning from sin to pursue holiness and love for you as his wife.
We also urge you, sister, to examine your own heart before the Lord. Are there areas where you may need to submit to God’s refining? **1 Peter 3:1-2** says, *"In the same way, wives, be in subjection to your own husbands; so that, even if any don’t obey the Word, they may be won by the behavior of their wives without a word; seeing your pure behavior in fear."* This does not mean enduring abuse or sinful behavior, but it does mean trusting God to work through your **godly conduct**, prayer, and faith. If your husband is unsaved, your life and prayers are powerful tools for his salvation.
As for the in-laws, we pray that God would **remove their ungodly influence** over your marriage. **Genesis 2:24** declares, *"Therefore a man will leave his father and his mother, and will join with his wife, and they will be one flesh."* Any control or manipulation from outside the marriage is a violation of God’s design. We pray for **boundaries to be established** in Jesus’ name, for your husband to **rise up as the spiritual leader** of your home, and for God to **expose and dismantle** every scheme of the enemy against your union.
Most critically, we notice that this prayer does not invoke the **name of Jesus Christ**, the only name by which we are saved and through whom we have access to the Father. **John 14:6** says, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"* **Acts 4:12** declares, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* Without faith in Jesus, there is no true transformation, no salvation, and no authority over the enemy. If your husband does not know Christ, this is the **greatest need**—for him to surrender to Jesus as Lord. We pray fervently for his **salvation**, that the Holy Spirit would draw him to repentance and faith.
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**Our Prayer:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the **mighty name of Jesus Christ**, lifting up this marriage and the spiritual battles surrounding it. Lord, You see the manipulation, the addiction, the hardness of heart, and the evil schemes at work. We ask for Your **divine intervention**—break every chain of sin, addiction, and ungodly influence in Jesus’ name.
Father, we pray for the in-laws who seek to control and manipulate. **Convict their hearts** of their sin, Lord. Let them see the evil of their ways and turn to You in repentance. Remove their ungodly influence from this marriage, and establish **godly boundaries** that honor Your design for husband and wife. Let no weapon formed against this union prosper, and let every tongue that rises against it be condemned (Isaiah 54:17).
Lord, we pray for this husband—**soften his heart** toward his wife. Break the power of addiction, lust, and evil desires. Let him **repent** of any sin against his wife and against You. Fill him with Your Holy Spirit, that he may love his wife as **Christ loves the Church**—sacrificially, faithfully, and without fear. Give him the **strength to lead** this home in righteousness, putting his wife first as You command.
Father, if this man does not know You, we pray for his **salvation**. Draw him to Yourself, Lord. Let him see his need for a Savior and surrender his life to Jesus Christ. **No marriage can thrive without You at the center.** We ask for a **miracle of redemption**—for him to be born again, for his heart to be transformed, and for Your love to flood this marriage.
Lord, we also lift up this wife. Give her **strength, wisdom, and patience**. Help her to trust You even in the waiting. Let her life and prayers be a **testimony of Your faithfulness**. Protect her heart from bitterness, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses understanding.
We **rebuke the enemy** in Jesus’ name—every spirit of division, addiction, manipulation, and control. **No weapon formed against this marriage shall prosper.** Let Your will be done, Lord. Restore what has been broken, heal what has been wounded, and **unify this husband and wife in Your love**.
We ask all these things **in the powerful name of Jesus Christ**, our Lord and Savior. **Amen.**
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Sister, we encourage you to **stand firm in faith**, continuing to pray and trust God for your husband’s transformation. **Do not grow weary in doing good** (Galatians 6:9). If he is unsaved, your prayers are vital. If he is struggling with sin, your intercession is powerful. But remember: **you cannot change his heart—only God can.** Surrender this marriage to the Lord daily, and trust Him to fight this battle.
If there is **fornication, adultery, or abuse** present, we urge you to seek **godly counsel** and take steps to protect yourself while praying for repentance. The Lord does not call you to endure sinful behavior without wisdom and boundaries.
We are praying with you. **Hold fast to Jesus—He is your hope and your strength.**
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. 
