We lift you up in this difficult situation, knowing that the Lord sees your heart and your desire to walk in righteousness. Your request is already rooted in the right foundation—seeking God’s will and invoking the name of Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we find wisdom, peace, and justice. *"The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!"* (Psalm 111:10, WEB). You have done well to seek resolution honestly and fairly, and now we ask the Lord to guide your next steps with clarity and divine discernment.
The behavior you described—gaslighting, spiritual manipulation, and emotional abuse—is not of God. Scripture warns us about such deceptions: *"Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravening wolves. By their fruits you will know them"* (Matthew 7:15-16, WEB). Manipulation, especially under the guise of spirituality, is a grave offense before the Lord, for it distorts truth and harms the vulnerable. We pray that this person’s heart would be convicted by the Holy Spirit, that they would repent of their hurtful actions and take accountability. *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you"* (Ephesians 4:31-32, WEB). May they be brought to a place of genuine repentance, for their own sake and for the glory of God.
As for the practical matter of the holiday and the tickets, we ask the Lord to provide a clear path forward. If it is His will for you to recover what is rightfully yours, we pray He would open the doors for you to do so without further conflict or injustice. *"Beloved, don’t avenge yourselves, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'"* (Romans 12:19, WEB). Trust that the Lord sees the details of this situation, and He will act on your behalf in His perfect timing. If there is a way to retrieve the funds or resolve the matter legally or through honest communication, we pray the Lord would make it evident and grant you the wisdom to navigate it. If not, we ask Him to provide for you in another way, for He is your Provider and will not abandon you.
We also pray for your peace, that the Lord would guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus. *"Don’t be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus"* (Philippians 4:6-7, WEB). The enemy would love to use this situation to steal your joy, sow bitterness, or make you doubt your worth. But you are deeply loved by the Father, and He calls you to release this burden into His hands. Forgiveness does not mean what they did was acceptable; it means you trust God to handle the justice while you walk in freedom.
Lastly, we encourage you to examine this friendship in light of Scripture. *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14, WEB). While this verse speaks directly to marriage, the principle applies to close relationships as well. If this friendship is marked by manipulation, selfishness, and a refusal to walk in truth, it may be wise to prayerfully consider whether this is a relationship the Lord is calling you to maintain. *"He who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm"* (Proverbs 13:20, WEB). Surround yourself with those who build you up in Christ, who encourage you toward godliness, and who respect your boundaries.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister who seeks Your will in this painful situation. Lord, You know the details of her heart and the injustices she has faced. We ask for Your wisdom to flood her mind, for Your peace to guard her heart, and for Your justice to prevail. Convict the heart of the one who has caused harm, Lord. Bring them to repentance and turn them away from manipulation and deceit. If there is a way to resolve the matter of the tickets and funds, make it clear and provide for her needs, for You are Jehovah Jireh, our Provider. Heal the wounds of this friendship, Lord, and show her whether this is a relationship that honors You or one that needs to be released. Surround her with godly counsel and friends who will speak truth and love into her life. Above all, let her rest in the knowledge that You are her Defender, her Comforter, and her Guide. We rebuke any scheme of the enemy to bring confusion, bitterness, or fear, and we declare that Your perfect love casts out all fear. May Your will be done in this situation, and may Your name be glorified. In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, 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. 
