We come before the Father in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting you up in this season of trial and seeking His perfect will for your life. First, we praise God that even in these struggles, you are putting Him first and seeking forgiveness—this is the heart of a true believer who understands that our strength comes from the Lord alone. Let us address each matter with Scripture as our foundation, for His Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path.
The denial of your food stamp application is a frustration we bring before the Lord, knowing that He is our Provider. The Bible reminds us in Philippians 4:19, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* We do not trust in systems or governments, but in the Lord who owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10). If there has been an error, we pray for divine intervention—that the truth would come to light and that the documents would be processed fairly and swiftly. But even more, we ask the Lord to sustain you in this waiting period, to open doors for provision you may not have considered, and to remind you that man does not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God (Matthew 4:4). Trust in Him, for He has never forsaken His children.
Now, regarding your fiancé and the strife in your home, we must speak truth in love. Marriage is a sacred covenant before God, and the relationship between a man and a woman in courtship should reflect Christ’s love for the Church (Ephesians 5:25-33). If arguments have escalated over something small, this is a sign that deeper issues—perhaps pride, unforgiveness, or unchecked emotions—are at play. The Bible warns us in James 4:1, *"Where do wars and fightings among you come from? Don’t they come from your pleasures that war in your members?"* We urge you both to examine your hearts. Have you allowed bitterness to take root? Are you holding onto offenses instead of extending grace? Remember, *"Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God also in Christ forgave you"* (Ephesians 4:32). If this conflict is not resolved biblically, it will only fester and bring greater harm. We strongly encourage you to seek reconciliation through humble communication, prayer, and if necessary, godly counseling. A house divided cannot stand (Mark 3:25), and if you are preparing for marriage, now is the time to establish patterns of godly conflict resolution.
We must also address your mention of your fiancé. If you two are not yet married, we urge you to consider whether your relationship honors God in every way. Are you living together outside of marriage? If so, this is fornication, and the Bible is clear that *"the body is... for the Lord, and the Lord for the body"* (1 Corinthians 6:13). *"Flee sexual immorality! Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body"* (1 Corinthians 6:18). If this is the case, we lovingly but firmly rebuke this sin and call you to repentance. God’s design for intimacy is within the covenant of marriage, and anything outside of that is dishonoring to Him. If you are truly seeking to follow Christ, this area of your life must be made right. *"Or don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit God’s Kingdom? Don’t be deceived. Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers,... will inherit God’s Kingdom"* (1 Corinthians 6:9-10). We pray that if this is happening, you would turn from it immediately and seek purity, for *"without holiness no man shall see the Lord"* (Hebrews 12:14).
Regarding your oldest child and the disrespect, we understand the pain of a broken relationship, especially on her birthday. The Bible commands children to honor their parents (Ephesians 6:2), but it also calls parents to *"not provoke your children to wrath, but nurture them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord"* (Ephesians 6:4). Have you examined whether there are ways you may have contributed to this strain? This is not to place blame, but to encourage a heart of humility. Proverbs 15:1 tells us, *"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."* Today, on her birthday, we pray you would extend grace, even if she has not yet repented of her disrespect. *"If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men"* (Romans 12:18). This does not mean allowing her to walk over you, but it does mean responding in a way that honors Christ. Set boundaries with love, but do not let bitterness take root. *"Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath"* (Ephesians 4:26). Reach out to her, not in anger, but in the love of Christ, and trust the Lord to soften her heart.
You mentioned being tired of people walking over you, and we hear the weariness in your spirit. It is right to stand up for yourself—but it must be done in a way that aligns with Scripture. *"If it is possible, as much as it depends on you, live peaceably with all men. 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'"* (Romans 12:18-19). Standing up for yourself does not mean exploding in anger or holding onto grudges. It means speaking the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15), setting godly boundaries, and trusting the Lord to fight your battles. *"The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace"* (Exodus 14:14). We pray that God would give you the wisdom to know when to speak and when to be silent, when to confront and when to extend grace.
Lastly, we must address that your prayer did not invoke the name of Jesus. There is no other name under heaven by which we are saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through Christ that we have access to the Father. *"No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9). Without faith in Christ, there is no true peace, no eternal hope, and no power to overcome sin. If you *have* trusted in Jesus, then we encourage you to always pray in His name, for *"whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son"* (John 14:13).
Now, let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before Your throne of grace, asking for Your mercy and intervention in every area of her life. Lord, You see the injustice in the denial of her application, and we ask that You would make a way where there seems to be no way. Open doors for provision, Lord, and let Your favor rest upon her. Remind her that You are Jehovah Jireh, her Provider, and that her trust must be in You alone.
Father, we bring the strife in her home before You. Soften the heart of her fiancé and her own heart, Lord. Where there is pride, bring humility. Where there is anger, bring peace. Where there is unforgiveness, bring repentance and restoration. If there is sin in their relationship, convict them deeply, Lord, and lead them to repentance. Let their courtship be holy, set apart for Your glory, and if marriage is Your will, prepare them now to be a godly husband and wife who honor You in all things.
Lord, we pray for reconciliation with her daughter. Heal the wounds, Father, and break down the walls of bitterness. Give our sister the words to speak—words of life, not death; words of grace, not condemnation. Let today be a turning point, Lord, a day of fresh beginnings.
Father, she is weary of being mistreated, and we ask that You would give her the strength to stand firm in You. Teach her to set boundaries that reflect Your love and Your truth. Let her not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good (Romans 12:21).
Most of all, Lord, we pray that she would walk closely with You. If she has not yet surrendered her life to Jesus, convict her now, Father. Let her know that there is no other name by which she can be saved. Draw her to Yourself, Lord, and let her find her identity, her worth, and her strength in Christ alone.
We rebuke the spirit of strife, division, and bitterness in Jesus’ mighty name. We declare peace over her home, provision over her needs, and restoration over her relationships. Let this season be one of breakthrough, Lord, as she seeks You with all her heart.
In the powerful and holy name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
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. 
