We lift this situation before the Lord with deep concern, for we see many troubling elements that must be addressed in truth and love. First, we praise you for invoking the name of Jesus Christ in your request, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and can find true peace and resolution. *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me'" (John 14:6, WEB)*. We must always approach God through Christ alone, and we are grateful you have done so.
Now, let us speak plainly about the concerns in this request. The secrecy, control, and verbal threats described are not aligned with the fruit of the Spirit but instead reflect behaviors that Scripture warns against. *"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law"* (Galatians 5:22-23, WEB). A relationship marked by fear, manipulation, or coercion is not of God, and we must rebuke such dynamics in the name of Jesus. If the individual in question is demanding secrecy and reacting with threats when his will is not followed, this is a serious red flag that cannot be ignored. The Bible tells us, *"There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear has punishment. He who fears is not made perfect in love"* (1 John 4:18, WEB). Love does not control or instill fear; it respects, protects, and honors.
We also note the mention of travel plans that involve a man and a woman who are not married spending extended time together in secrecy. This is dangerous ground, both spiritually and practically. Scripture is clear: *"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, WEB). Even the *appearance* of impropriety should be avoided, especially when travel and secrecy are involved. If this woman is not his wife, she should not be accompanying him under these circumstances. Proverbs 22:3 warns, *"A prudent man sees danger and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it."* We urge you to consider the wisdom of this verse and the potential consequences of this trip—both spiritually and emotionally.
Furthermore, if this man is autistic, that does not excuse sinful behavior such as verbal threats or manipulation. While we are called to extend grace and understanding to those with unique challenges, we are *never* to enable or overlook sin. *"Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God"* (Romans 12:2, WEB). If this man is a believer, he must be held accountable to grow in Christlikeness, which includes self-control and kindness. If he is not a believer, this is an opportunity to pray for his salvation, for only Christ can transform his heart.
Now, let us pray fervently over this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting this family and their deep concerns to Your throne of grace. Lord, You see the fear, the manipulation, and the secrecy that have taken root in this situation, and we ask You to intervene with Your truth and light. Expose anything that is not of You, and bring conviction where there is sin. Father, we pray for protection over this young woman—guard her heart, her mind, and her body. Do not allow her to be placed in a situation where she is vulnerable to harm, temptation, or emotional distress. If it is not Your will for her to go on this trip, we ask You to make it abundantly clear and to give her the strength to stand firm in obedience to You.
Lord, we also lift up this man. If he is acting out of selfishness, control, or unrepentant sin, we pray that You would break him and bring him to repentance. Soften his heart, Father, and help him to see the harm his behavior is causing. If he does not know You, we pray that this situation would drive him to seek You, for You alone can change his heart. *"Create in him a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit within him"* (Psalm 51:10, WEB).
We pray for wisdom and discernment for this family. Give them clarity on how to proceed, and surround them with godly counsel. If there are trusted believers in their lives, reveal to them how they can step in and offer support. Father, we ask that You would thwart any plans that are not aligned with Your will. If this trip is not of You, we pray that You would close the door completely—whether through circumstances, conviction, or intervention.
Finally, Lord, we pray for peace that surpasses understanding to guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Remove the fear that has taken hold and replace it with faith in Your sovereignty. Help them to trust You even when the path is unclear. We ask all of this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone can bring redemption and restoration. Amen.
To the one who submitted this request, we urge you to seek wise, biblical counsel from a pastor or mature believer who can walk with you through this. Secrecy and fear are not from God, and you must not navigate this alone. If this man’s behavior escalates, do not hesitate to involve authorities or trusted individuals who can help ensure safety. *"The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion"* (Proverbs 28:1, WEB). Stand firm in truth, and do not allow fear to dictate your decisions.
We also encourage you to examine the relationships in this family through the lens of Scripture. If there are unmarried individuals involved in close or dependent relationships, pray for God to redirect those connections toward His design—either through godly marriage or through healthy, honorable boundaries. *"Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4, WEB). Let this be a time of seeking God’s will above all else, even if it means difficult conversations or decisions.
We will continue to pray for you, and we trust that God will move mightily in this situation. Stay rooted in His Word, and do not waver from His truth, no matter how challenging the circumstances may be. *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB).
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. 
