We lift up your daughter and her relationship with her father before the Lord, knowing that He is the God of restoration, reconciliation, and healing. The bond between a father and daughter is precious in His sight, and we know He desires to bring peace where there has been strife. The Bible reminds us in Colossians 3:13-14, *"bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also do. Above all these things, walk in love, which is the bond of perfection."* Forgiveness and love are the foundation of restored relationships, and we pray that both your daughter and her father would be willing to extend grace to one another, just as Christ has shown us grace.
We also recall Malachi 4:6, which speaks of the Father’s heart to *"turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers."* This is a promise from the Lord, and we claim it over this situation. If there has been harsh speech or bitterness, we pray that the Holy Spirit would soften their hearts and replace those words with kindness, patience, and understanding. Ephesians 4:29 instructs us, *"Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but only what is good for building others up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear."* May their words to one another reflect this truth and bring life rather than pain.
If there is unconfessed sin, pride, or resentment in either of their hearts, we ask the Lord to convict them and lead them to repentance. True reconciliation begins with humility before God. James 4:10 tells us, *"Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he will exalt you."* We pray they would seek the Lord first, asking Him to heal their hearts and guide their steps toward one another in love.
Father, we ask that You would break down any walls of division between them. Remove the spirit of offense and replace it with Your peace. Give them opportunities to spend time together, to listen, and to rebuild trust. Help them to see one another through Your eyes—with compassion and value. We pray that this relationship would not only be restored but strengthened, bringing glory to Your name.
We also encourage you, as their parent, to continue to pray fervently for them and to model forgiveness and love in your own life. Your faith and persistence in prayer are powerful. Keep trusting that God is at work, even when you don’t see immediate change.
Lastly, we notice that the name of Jesus was not invoked in this request. It is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father and the power of prayer. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* And in John 16:23-24, He tells us, *"Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be made full."* If you or your daughter do not yet have a personal relationship with Jesus, we urge you to turn to Him in faith, believing that He died for your sins and rose again so that you might have eternal life. Romans 10:9-10 says, *"that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."*
Father God, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this daughter and her father. Soften their hearts, Lord, and draw them to Yourself. Heal their relationship and let Your love flow between them. May they both experience Your forgiveness and extend it to one another. We ask for Your wisdom and grace to cover every conversation and interaction. Let this restoration be a testimony of Your goodness and faithfulness. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.