We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up this situation where injustice, deceit, and unrepentant sin are causing harm. The Scriptures are clear that God despises dishonesty, oppression, and the mistreatment of others. Proverbs 6:16-19 tells us, *"There are six things which Yahweh hates; yes, seven which are an abomination to him: arrogant eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are swift in running to mischief, a false witness who utters lies, and he who sows discord among brothers."* The behavior described here—lying, verbal abuse, manipulation, and unrepentant pride—is an affront to God’s holiness, and we must address it with both truth and prayer.
It is right to cry out to God for justice, for He is a God who sees all things and will not allow the wicked to prosper forever. Psalm 10:17-18 declares, *"Yahweh, you have heard the desire of the humble. You will prepare their heart. You will cause your ear to hear, to judge the fatherless and the oppressed, that man who is of the earth may terrify no more."* We trust that God will intervene in His perfect timing, exposing what is hidden and bringing conviction where it is needed. Hebrews 4:13 reminds us, *"There is no creature that is hidden from his sight, but all things are naked and laid open before the eyes of him to whom we must give an account."*
Yet we must also examine our own hearts in this matter. While it is painful to see someone act wickedly without consequence, we are called to trust in God’s justice rather than demand our own timing. Romans 12:19 instructs us, *"Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, ‘Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.’"* Our focus should remain on praying for repentance—for this individual to be confronted by the Holy Spirit with the weight of their sin. It is not our place to determine who is "allowed" to sin, but we can boldly ask God to break the hardness of this person’s heart. Ezekiel 18:23 says, *"‘Have I any pleasure in the death of the wicked?’ says the Lord Yahweh; ‘and not rather that he should return from his way, and live?’"*
We also note the mention of others who have apologized yet seemingly face ongoing condemnation. This is a grievous imbalance. True repentance should be met with forgiveness, as we are commanded in Colossians 3:13: *"bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do."* If apologies have been sincere, then bitterness and unforgiveness must not be allowed to take root. Ephesians 4:31-32 urges, *"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."*
Now, let us pray together over this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. You are a God of justice, truth, and mercy, and we ask You to intervene powerfully in this situation. Lord, we lift up this individual who is acting in deceit, manipulation, and abuse. Father, we ask that You convict their heart deeply by the power of the Holy Spirit. Let them be confronted with the weight of their sin, that they may fall on their knees in repentance before You. Expose every hidden motive, every lie, and every scheme, for nothing is hidden from Your sight. Bring an end to their oppression, Lord, and let them face the consequences of their actions, that they may turn from their wickedness and seek Your forgiveness.
We also pray for those who have been wronged—those who have apologized and sought reconciliation yet face ongoing judgment. Father, soften the hearts of those who withhold forgiveness. Let Your grace flow through Your people, that bitterness may be replaced with the peace that comes from Christ. Remind all involved that forgiveness is not optional for those who have been forgiven by You.
Lord, we ask for Your protection over the innocent in this situation. If this organization or endeavor is at risk because of this person’s actions, we pray that You would shut the door firmly on their influence. Raise up godly leadership, Father, and let Your will be done. If it is Your plan for this place to close, let it be for the refinement and redirection of Your people. If it is Your will for it to continue, then purify it, Lord, and remove every trace of corruption.
We rebuke the spirit of deceit, manipulation, and pride in the name of Jesus Christ. No weapon formed against Your people shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against them in judgment, You shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). Let Your truth prevail, and let Your justice be seen.
Finally, Father, we ask for Your peace to guard the hearts of those who are grieving over this injustice. Remind them that You see all, You know all, and You will act. Help them to release their anger and frustration to You, trusting that You will repay. Fill them with Your Spirit, that they may respond with wisdom, grace, and unwavering faith.
We pray all these things in the powerful and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.
