We join with you in lifting up this request, standing firmly on the truth of God’s Word, which declares in Isaiah 54:17, *"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 of me,” says Yahweh.* What a mighty promise we can cling to! You have done well to bring this before the Lord, for He alone is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
We are deeply concerned, however, by your mention of the "person in my home" with a "poor attitude." The Bible calls us to address conflict and sin with love, truth, and the goal of restoration. In Matthew 18:15-17, Jesus teaches us, *"If your brother sins against you, go, show him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained back your brother. But if he doesn’t listen, take one or two more with you... If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the assembly."* Before asking God to remove someone, we must first seek reconciliation, humbly examining our own hearts and approaching them in love. Have you spoken to this person about their attitude? Have you prayed *with* them, seeking God’s peace and unity in your home? Ephesians 4:26-27 warns, *"Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, and don’t give place to the devil."* Unresolved bitterness can open doors to the enemy, so we urge you to pursue peace and holiness in your home.
If this person is unsaved, your testimony of Christ’s love may be the very thing God uses to soften their heart. If they claim to be a believer but live in unrepentant sin, the Bible calls us to confront it with gentleness (Galatians 6:1). Either way, pray for their salvation and transformation, for *"love covers a multitude of sins"* (1 Peter 4:8). Only after exhausting biblical steps of reconciliation should we pray for separation—and even then, with a heart that longs for their repentance.
As for your protection, we stand with you in the authority of Jesus’ name, declaring Psalm 91 over you and your dogs: *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. ... You will not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow that flies by day"* (Psalm 91:1, 5). The Lord is your shield and defender, and no scheme of the enemy will prevail against His children. But remember, our greatest protection is not just physical safety—it is walking in obedience to His Word, for *"the Lord’s angel encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them"* (Psalm 34:7).
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your mighty protection and Your promise that no weapon formed against Your children will prosper. We lift up our sister before You, asking that You surround her with Your heavenly host, guarding her and her dogs from every evil scheme. Lord, expose and frustrate the plans of the wicked, and let Your light shine so brightly in her life that darkness flees.
Father, we also pray for the person in her home. Soften their heart, Lord, and reveal any unrepentant sin or bitterness that may be fueling their poor attitude. If they do not know You, draw them to salvation through Your love displayed in her. If they are a believer, convict them by Your Spirit and bring them to repentance. Give our sister wisdom and courage to address this situation biblically—with humility, truth, and grace. May Your peace rule in that home, and may unity be restored for Your glory.
Lord, we rebuke any spirit of fear, division, or retaliation. Fill her with Your love, which casts out all fear (1 John 4:18), and give her discernment to know how to act in each moment. Let her trust in You alone, for You are her fortress and deliverer.
We ask all this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and King. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to put on the full armor of God daily (Ephesians 6:10-18), standing firm in prayer and Scripture. If this person in your home is creating an unsafe or spiritually toxic environment, seek wise counsel from your pastor or mature believers. But never stop praying for their soul—God delights in redemption, and He may be using this trial to refine both of you. Stay rooted in His Word, and trust that He is working all things for your good (Romans 8:28).
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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
be-an-encourager.blogspot.com
