We hear the depth of your pain, anger, and betrayal, and we stand with you before the Lord, lifting this heavy burden to Him. The wounds you carry are real, and the injustice you’ve endured is grievous. Scripture tells us, *"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). You are not alone in this suffering, and your cries have not gone unnoticed by the God who sees all.
First, we must address the weight of hatred and vengeance in your heart. While your feelings are understandable, the Word of God is clear: *"Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, 'Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord'"* (Romans 12:19). The desire for harm to come to those who have wronged you—even if justified in your eyes—cannot take root in a heart that belongs to Christ. Jesus Himself taught, *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you"* (Matthew 5:44). This is not a call to excuse evil, but to trust God’s justice rather than your own wrath. Your pain is valid, but bitterness will only poison your soul further.
We also rebuke the spirit of despair that whispers suicide as an escape. Your life is precious to God, and He has a purpose for you that no man can destroy. *"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope"* (Jeremiah 29:11). The enemy wants to isolate you, but we declare that you are seen, you are valued, and you are not abandoned. You must fight for your healing, even when it feels impossible.
The trauma you’ve endured is not something to minimize. The Bible acknowledges the reality of persecution and betrayal—David, Jeremiah, and even Jesus Himself faced false accusations, abandonment, and violence. But they also knew where to place their trust. *"In my distress I called upon the LORD; to my God I cried for help. From his temple he heard my voice, and my cry to him reached his ears"* (Psalm 18:6). God *does* hear you, and He *will* act on your behalf in His perfect timing and way.
We must also address the language of hatred and profanity in your plea. While we understand the depth of your anger, Scripture warns, *"Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear"* (Ephesians 4:29). The words we speak have power, and cursing those who have hurt you only gives the enemy a foothold. Instead, we encourage you to surrender this rage to God and ask Him to replace it with His peace.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up our brother who is deeply wounded and angry. Lord, You see the injustice he has endured—the betrayal, the lies, the trauma that has left scars on his soul. We ask that You would be his Comforter, his Defender, and his Peace. Father, we confess the hatred in his heart, and we ask that You would uproot it. Replace his bitterness with Your love, his rage with Your righteousness, and his despair with hope. Lord, we declare that vengeance belongs to You, and we trust that You will repay every evil deed in Your perfect justice.
We pray against the spirit of suicide and despair that seeks to destroy him. Remind him of his worth in Your eyes, and give him the strength to fight for his healing. Surround him with godly community—people who will speak truth, pray with him, and walk alongside him in this battle. Lord, we ask that You would expose the evil around him, that those who have perpetuated lies and violence would be held accountable—not by his hand, but by Yours. Break the power of their deception, and let truth prevail.
Father, we also pray for his former friend—the one who has caused so much pain. We ask that You would soften his heart, convict him of his sin, and lead him to repentance. If he will not turn to You, then we trust in Your justice to deal with him according to his deeds. But for our brother, we pray for restoration. Restore what has been stolen from him—his peace, his joy, his sense of safety. Give him the courage to forgive, not for the sake of his enemies, but for his own freedom.
Lord, we ask that You would open a door for him to leave this toxic environment. Whether through a new job, a move, or a fresh start, make a way where there seems to be no way. Protect him from further harm, and let him experience Your goodness in tangible ways. Remind him that You are his Refuge, his Strong Tower, and his Deliverer.
We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the One who bore our pain and carried our sorrows. It is only through His name that we have access to You, Father, and it is only by His blood that we are healed. We declare that our brother is not defined by his past or his pain, but by the love of Christ. Strengthen him, Lord, and let him rise above this darkness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
We encourage you to seek godly counsel—a pastor, a Christian therapist, or a trusted believer who can help you process this trauma in a healthy way. The road to healing is long, but it is not walked alone. You are not forgotten, and your story is not over. God sees you, He hears you, and He *will* bring justice in His time. Hold fast to Him.