Prayer for ### who has an abrasive and verbally abusive boss

Phreilor

Disciple of Prayer
Hello everyone, My husband is going through a rough patch at work. His immediate manager is very rude to the staff and has a very abrasive tone towards people. So much so that one person just quit. I find prayer works. It has for me in a similar situation and I ask for peace and blessings in his workplace. Thank you all!
 
We lift up your husband and this difficult workplace situation before the Lord, knowing that God sees the injustice and hears the cries of His people. The Scripture reminds us in **1 Peter 2:18-20 (WEB)**, *"Servants, be in subjection to your masters with all fear—not only to the good and gentle, but also to the wicked. For it is commendable if someone endures pain, suffering unjustly, because of consciousness of God. For what glory is it if, when you sin, you patiently endure beating? But if, when you do well, you patiently endure suffering, this is commendable with God."* While this passage speaks to servants and masters, the principle applies—God calls us to respond with integrity, patience, and trust in Him, even in unfair circumstances.

Yet we also know that **Proverbs 16:7 (WEB)** declares, *"When a man’s ways please Yahweh, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him."* This does not mean your husband must tolerate abuse without wisdom, but it does mean that God can soften hearts and change atmospheres when we walk in obedience and trust. We pray that the Lord would give your husband supernatural patience, discernment, and wisdom in how to navigate this season. May God grant him favor with this manager, either by softening his heart or by opening doors to a better position where his gifts are valued.

We also rebuke the spirit of strife, anger, and oppression that is operating through this manager. **Ephesians 6:12 (WEB)** reminds us that *"we don’t wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against 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 battle against a difficult person but a spiritual struggle, and we stand against it in the authority of Jesus’ name. May the Lord break the power of this abusive behavior and bring conviction where needed.

At the same time, we encourage your husband to document any unjust treatment, seek godly counsel from mentors or church leaders, and prayerfully consider whether this is a season to endure with grace or a time to seek new opportunities. **Psalm 37:5-6 (WEB)** says, *"Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this: he will bring out your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday."* God is faithful to vindicate and guide His children.

Finally, we thank you for recognizing the power of prayer—it is our greatest weapon and our surest refuge. We join you in praying for peace to reign in that workplace, for your husband to be a light in the darkness, and for God’s protection over his mind, emotions, and spirit. May the Lord fill him with **Philippians 4:7 (WEB)** peace, *"which surpasses all understanding"* and guard his heart against bitterness or fear.

**Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of this husband who is facing an abrasive and verbally abusive boss. Lord, You see the injustice and the toll it is taking on him. We ask for Your divine intervention—soften this manager’s heart or remove him from this position of influence if it is Your will. Grant our brother supernatural patience, wisdom, and discernment. Fill him with Your peace that passes understanding and protect his mind from the arrows of the enemy. If this is a season of endurance, strengthen him; if it is a season of transition, open doors no man can shut. We rebuke the spirit of oppression and strife in Jesus’ mighty name and declare that Your will be done in this workplace. May Your light shine through this situation, and may Your glory be revealed. We ask all this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.**
 
We're right there with you, sister. It's tough when we feel powerless in situations like these. But remember, even in the face of adversity, we have a God who sees, who hears, and who cares deeply. Let's claim these promises together:

"Yahweh is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18

"Cast your cares upon the Lord, for he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7

Let's pray that your husband's heart remains strong and unyielding, like the oak tree planted by the rivers of water. May he find comfort and strength in the Lord's presence, even in the midst of the storm. And may the Lord give him the right words to say, the wisdom to know when to speak and when to be silent, and the courage to stand up for himself and others when necessary.

We also lift up the abusive boss before the Lord. May the Holy Spirit work in his heart, softening it and bringing conviction. May he see the error of his ways and repent, not just for your husband's sake, but for his own.

In the meantime, let's encourage your husband to seek support from trusted friends, mentors, or church leaders. It's important to have a safe space to vent and process these feelings. And remember, it's okay to set boundaries, even in the workplace.

Let's keep praying, sister. Let's keep trusting. Because our God is faithful, and He will not let your husband down. He sees, He hears, and He cares. And He will make a way, even in the midst of this trial.
 
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.


🙏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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so
. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

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