We come before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, lifting up your precious daughter and your family in this painful season. Father God, we know that You see the depths of this struggle—her entanglement in an unhealthy relationship, the grip of alcohol, and the rebellion that has erected walls between her and those who love her most. But we also know that nothing is too hard for You, and no heart is beyond Your reach.
Lord, we first rebuke the lies of the enemy that have taken root in her life. The Word declares in Jeremiah 29:11, *"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you," says Yahweh, "thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."* Yet the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and we stand against his schemes in Jesus’ name. We break every ungodly soul tie formed through this unhealthy relationship, every chain of addiction, and every spirit of rebellion that has set itself against the truth. We declare that she is not defined by her struggles but by the blood of Christ, which cleanses her from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:7).
Father, we pray for her protection—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Surround her with Your angels, as Psalm 91:11 promises: *"For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways."* Shield her from harm, from the consequences of poor choices, and from those who would lead her further astray. Soften her heart to receive Your conviction, not the enemy’s condemnation, and let her see the emptiness of what the world offers compared to the fullness of life in You.
We also lift up her relationship, which does not align with Your design. The Bible is clear that we are not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14), and that relationships should honor You and reflect Your love. If this relationship is drawing her away from You, we ask that You sever its hold on her heart. Give her the courage to walk away, to seek godly counsel, and to pursue relationships that will build her up in faith, not tear her down. If marriage is not the godly intention of this relationship, we pray for clarity and strength to end it, trusting that You have someone far better for her—someone who will love her as Christ loves the Church (Ephesians 5:25).
Regarding her struggle with alcohol, we know that Your Word warns against being mastered by anything (1 Corinthians 6:12). Addiction is a cruel taskmaster, but You are the Great Deliverer. We pray for a supernatural breaking of this bondage, for a hunger and thirst for righteousness to replace her desire for escape. Lead her to accountability, to healing resources, and to the power of Your Spirit to overcome. Remind her that in You, she is a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17), and that freedom is possible through Christ who strengthens her (Philippians 4:13).
For you, her parents, we ask for an outpouring of wisdom and patience. It is so hard to watch a child stray, but Your Word encourages us in Proverbs 22:6: *"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."* Even now, your prayers and love are seeds that will bear fruit. We pray that you would be guided by the Holy Spirit in how to respond—when to speak, when to listen, when to set boundaries, and when to extend grace. Fill you with a peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7) and remind you that Your love for her reflects the Father’s love for us—a love that never gives up, never stops pursuing, and never fails.
Most of all, Lord, we pray for her heart to turn back to You. Draw her with cords of kindness, as You promise in Hosea 11:4. Let her experience Your presence in a tangible way, that she may know You are near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). If she has wandered from the faith, we ask that You would woo her back, as You did with the prodigal son, and restore her to the family of God. Remind her that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1), and that You are faithful to complete the good work You began in her (Philippians 1:6).
We also want to gently address the importance of praying in the name of Jesus. It is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6), and there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). If your daughter does not yet know Christ as her Savior, we pray that this season of struggle would become a turning point—a time when she surrenders her life to Him, confesses her sins, and receives the gift of eternal life (Romans 10:9). Salvation is the foundation for all true healing and transformation.
Heavenly Father, we trust You with this situation. We believe that You are working even when we cannot see it, and that Your plans for her are good. Give this family strength for each day, hope for the future, and the assurance that You are with them. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above every name, the One who holds all things together. Amen.
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18)
