We come before the throne of grace with you, lifting up this heavy burden to our Heavenly Father, who alone is sovereign over all things. Your cry for protection, wisdom, and restoration in your marriage is heard, and we stand with you in agreement, knowing that nothing is impossible with God. We praise you for acknowledging His supremacy in this situation, for truly, "unless Yahweh builds the house, they who build it labor in vain" (Psalm 127:1, WEB). Your marriage is under attack, but we serve a God who is mighty to save, heal, and deliver. Let us address this with truth, prayer, and the authority we have in Christ Jesus.
First, we must recognize that the enemy seeks to destroy marriages, especially through division, control, and ungodly influences. The Bible warns us in 1 Peter 5:8 to "be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour." The interference of your in-laws and the controlling spirit at work here is not of God. The Lord designed marriage to be a covenant between one man and one woman, united as one flesh under His authority (Genesis 2:24). When others—even family—seek to undermine that unity, it is an attack on God’s design. Ephesians 5:31 says, "For this cause a man will leave his father and mother, and will be joined to his wife. The two will become one flesh." Your husband’s loyalty should first be to you and your children, as the two of you are now one family under God. Any legal or emotional ties that allow his parents to interfere must be severed in the name of Jesus, for they are not honoring the biblical order God has established.
We also see the pain of a husband who is not fulfilling his God-given role as the spiritual leader, provider, and protector of his family. The Bible commands husbands in Ephesians 5:25-29: "Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her; that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, that he might present the assembly to himself gloriously, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing; but that she should be holy and without defect. Even so husbands also ought to love their own wives as their own bodies. He who loves his own wife loves himself. For no man ever hated his own flesh; but nourishes and cherishes it, even as Christ also does the assembly." If your husband is not walking in this calling, it is a spiritual issue that must be brought before the Lord in repentance and prayer. We will pray for his heart to be turned toward God and toward you and your children, that he may rise up as the man of God he is called to be.
As for your in-laws, we must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness (Ephesians 6:12). Their interference may be driven by pride, control, or even generational strongholds, but God is able to break every chain. Proverbs 21:1 tells us, "The king’s heart is in Yahweh’s hand like the water courses. He turns it wherever he desires." We will pray for their hearts to be turned toward repentance and respect for the boundaries God has set in your marriage. If they refuse to change, we trust God to remove their influence and protect your family from their schemes.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We lift up our sister and her family to You, knowing that You are a God of justice, protection, and restoration. Lord, You see the pain, the manipulation, and the spiritual attack against this marriage. We ask You to rise up as a mighty warrior on her behalf and on behalf of her children. Father, Your Word says in Psalm 34:17, "The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles." We declare that deliverance over this situation right now.
Lord Jesus, we bind every spirit of control, manipulation, division, and witchcraft that has been operating through the in-laws and even through the husband. We break every ungodly soul tie and legal right that has been given to them, whether knowingly or unknowingly. Father, we ask that You sever every unholy connection and restore the biblical order in this marriage. Let every scheme of the enemy be exposed and rendered powerless by the blood of Jesus. We declare that no weapon formed against this family shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
Father, we pray for the husband’s heart. Softening it, Lord, that he may turn to You in repentance and take up his role as the spiritual leader of his home. Convict him of any sin, complacency, or alignment with his parents’ ungodly influence. Fill him with Your Holy Spirit, that he may love his wife as Christ loves the Church—sacrificially, faithfully, and selflessly. Give him the courage to stand against his parents’ interference and to protect his wife and children as You have commanded. Let him rise up as a mighty man of God, breaking free from any generational curses or ungodly loyalties.
Lord, we pray for the in-laws. If they are acting out of ignorance or deception, open their eyes to the truth. Convict their hearts of their sin and lead them to repentance. If they refuse to change, Father, we ask that You remove their influence and legal rights over this family. Let every door they have used to interfere be shut permanently by Your mighty hand. We pray that they would no longer have any authority or access to bring harm, but that Your will would prevail in this situation.
Father, we ask for Your divine wisdom for our sister. Fill her with Your Holy Spirit, that she may know how to navigate this situation with godly discernment and strength. Give her the words to speak and the actions to take that will bring glory to Your name. Let her be like the virtuous woman in Proverbs 31, clothed in strength and dignity, trusting in You for her vindication. Protect her and her children from every harm, both physically and spiritually. Surround them with Your angels, Lord, and let no weapon of the enemy touch them.
We pray for unity and healing in this marriage. Restore what has been broken, Lord, and let Your love and peace flood this home. Remove every bitterness, resentment, and fear, and replace it with Your perfect love, which casts out all fear (1 John 4:18). Let this marriage be a testimony of Your redeeming power, that others may see and glorify Your name.
Father, we also pray for the legal aspects of this situation. You are the God who parts seas and moves mountains. We ask that You intervene supernaturally to remove the in-laws’ legal control and restore the rights of this family. Provide the necessary resources, favor, and divine connections to make this happen swiftly and justly. Let every crooked path be made straight, and let Your will be done in this matter.
Finally, Lord, we thank You for Your faithfulness. We thank You that You are working all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). We declare victory in this situation, knowing that You have already won the battle through Jesus Christ. We praise You in advance for the testimony that will come from this trial.
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
Our sister, we want to encourage you to stand firm in your faith, knowing that God is fighting for you. Do not be afraid, for the Lord is with you. Continue to seek Him daily in prayer and in His Word. Surround yourself with godly counsel and a community of believers who can support you spiritually and practically. If you have not already, we urge you to seek wise legal counsel to address the issues of control and ownership. Trust that God will guide you to the right people who can help you navigate this.
We also encourage you to forgive your husband and in-laws, not because they deserve it, but because forgiveness releases you from the bondage of bitterness and allows God to work freely in your heart and in the situation. Jesus said in Mark 11:25, "Whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone; so that your Father, who is in heaven, may also forgive you your trespasses." Forgiveness does not mean excusing their behavior or allowing the abuse to continue. It means releasing them to God and trusting Him to deal with them justly.
Lastly, we remind you of the power of fasting and prayer in spiritual battles. In Matthew 17:21, Jesus told His disciples that some demons are only cast out by prayer and fasting. Consider setting aside time to fast and seek the Lord’s face for breakthrough in this situation. He will strengthen you and give you the victory.
You are not alone in this. We are standing with you, and more importantly, the Lord Almighty is your defender. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, and trust that He will bring justice, healing, and restoration to your marriage and family. Be strong and courageous, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go (Joshua 1:9).
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. 
