We join with you in lifting up this request, standing firmly on the truth of God’s Word that no weapon formed against His children shall prosper. The Scriptures remind us in **Isaiah 54:17 (WEB)**, *"No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is from me,” says Yahweh.* What a mighty promise we can cling to! Yet we also know that our battles are not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness, as **Ephesians 6:12 (WEB)** tells us: *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."*
Your prayer reflects a heart seeking God’s protection, and we affirm that He is your strong tower, your refuge in times of trouble. **Psalm 91:9-11 (WEB)** declares, *"Because you have made Yahweh your refuge, and the Most High your dwelling place, no evil shall happen to you, neither shall any plague come near your dwelling. For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways."* What peace we find in knowing that God Himself watches over you, your home, and even your beloved dogs, for He cares for all His creation.
Yet we must also address the weighty matter you’ve raised about the person in your home with a "poor attitude." The Scriptures call us to love even those who may act as adversaries, praying for their hearts to turn toward God rather than seeking their removal. **Matthew 5:44 (WEB)** commands, *"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."* This is not easy, but it is the path of Christlikeness. If this person is a believer, we are to seek reconciliation and restoration, as **Galatians 6:1 (WEB)** instructs: *"Brothers, even if a man is caught in some fault, you who are spiritual must restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; looking to yourself so that you also aren’t tempted."* If they are not a believer, your kindness and prayers may be the very thing God uses to soften their heart.
We also urge you to examine your own heart in this situation. Are there ways you might extend grace, forgiveness, or patience? **Colossians 3:12-13 (WEB)** reminds us, *"Put on therefore, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, humility, and perseverance; 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."* This does not mean tolerating abuse or unrepentant sin, but it does mean responding in a way that honors God, even in difficult circumstances.
If this person’s behavior is truly harmful or dangerous, wisdom may call for boundaries or even separation, but let that decision be bathed in prayer and guided by godly counsel. **Proverbs 22:3 (WEB)** warns, *"A prudent man sees danger and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it."* Trust that God will provide the discernment you need.
Now, let us pray together over these matters:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our sister who seeks Your protection and peace. Lord, You are her shield and her exceeding great reward. We ask that You surround her, her home, and even her pets with Your heavenly angels, guarding them from every scheme of the enemy. Let no weapon formed against her prosper, and let every tongue that rises against her be silenced in Jesus’ name.
Father, we also lift up the person in her home who has caused strife. Soften their heart, Lord, and turn their attitude from one of contention to one of peace. If there is sin in their life, convict them by Your Holy Spirit and lead them to repentance. Give our sister the wisdom to know how to respond—whether through love, boundaries, or godly confrontation—and the strength to walk in obedience to Your Word. May her home be a place of Your presence, where Your love reigns and Your peace prevails.
Lord, we rebuked any spirit of division, strife, or bitterness in this situation. Let Your light expose every dark motive, and let Your truth triumph. Fill our sister with Your Spirit, that she may respond in a way that glorifies You, even in the face of difficulty.
We declare Your protection over her, her home, and all that concerns her. May Your will be done in this situation, and may Your name be glorified. We ask all this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord daily, putting on the full armor of God (**Ephesians 6:10-18**) so that you may stand firm. Trust that He is working all things together for your good, even in this trial (**Romans 8:28**). Stay rooted in His Word, and let His peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus (**Philippians 4:7**). You are not alone in this—He is with you always.
Col 1:9-12: "We keep asking to be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so we may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work, increasing in the knowledge of God, strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all perseverance and patience; joyously giving thanks to the Father". ... I pray in Jesus' Name, Amen.
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