We lift you, your wife, and your children before the Lord, knowing that He is a God of justice, protection, and deliverance. Your heart for your family is evident, and we stand with you in prayer, trusting that God will intervene in this difficult season. The struggles you describe—especially the toxic influence of your mother-in-law and the emotional toll it has taken on your wife and daughter—are deeply concerning. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but we declare that God’s peace, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Let us address these matters with the truth of Scripture and pray accordingly.
First, we must acknowledge that the behavior of your mother-in-law is not only harmful but also contrary to God’s design for families. The Bible calls us to honor our parents (Exodus 20:12), but it also commands parents not to provoke their children to anger (Ephesians 6:4). A mother’s role is to nurture, encourage, and build up her children—not to belittle, criticize, or manipulate them for her own pride. Proverbs 14:1 warns, *"Every wise woman builds her house, but the foolish one tears it down with her own hands."* Your mother-in-law’s actions are tearing down her daughter and granddaughter, and this is not of God. We rebuke this spirit of arrogance, criticism, and toxicity in the name of Jesus, commanding it to be broken and cast out of your family. The Lord sees her pride and the damage it has caused, and He will not allow it to continue unchecked. *"God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble"* (James 4:6). We pray that she would be convicted by the Holy Spirit of her sin and repent, turning to Christ for true humility and love.
Your wife’s spiritual and emotional state is also a great concern. You mentioned that she has neglected her prayer life and is constantly stressed, unable to find peace. This is a dangerous place to be, for when we neglect our relationship with the Lord, we become vulnerable to the enemy’s attacks. Jesus said, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light"* (Matthew 11:28-30). Your wife must return to the feet of Jesus, casting all her anxieties on Him because He cares for her (1 Peter 5:7). Without this, she will continue to be overwhelmed. We pray that the Holy Spirit would stir her heart to seek the Lord earnestly, to spend time in His Word and in prayer, and to find her strength in Him alone. *"The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). May she experience His nearness and be renewed in her mind and spirit.
The changes you’ve noticed in your daughter are also troubling. At just two years old, she should not be exposed to the negative influences of a phone or a toxic environment. Children are incredibly perceptive, and the atmosphere around them shapes their hearts and behaviors. Proverbs 22:6 instructs, *"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."* Right now, your daughter is being influenced by forces that are not aligned with God’s will. We pray for divine intervention in this situation. May the Lord protect her innocent heart and mind from the corruption of this world. We ask that God would give you and your wife wisdom on how to shield her from these harmful influences, even from afar. If it is possible, we urge you to explore alternative childcare arrangements, even if it means sacrificing temporarily in other areas. The spiritual and emotional well-being of your child is paramount.
Your desire to provide a stable home for your family is commendable, and we trust that God will honor your faithfulness. However, we must also remind you that while financial security is important, it is not the ultimate source of peace or protection. *"Don’t lay up treasures for yourselves on the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consume, and where thieves don’t break through and steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also"* (Matthew 6:19-21). Trust that God will provide for your needs as you seek His Kingdom first (Matthew 6:33). He is faithful and will not abandon you. We pray that the Lord would open doors for you to secure a home where your family can live in peace, free from the toxicity that has plagued them. May He grant you favor in your work and in your online business, that you may have the resources needed to establish a godly household.
Lastly, we must address the absence of the name of Jesus in your request. There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). When we pray, we must come in the name of Jesus, for He is our Mediator (1 Timothy 2:5). If you have not already, we urge you to place your full trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9). Without Christ, there is no true peace, no lasting deliverance, and no eternal hope. If you are already a believer, we encourage you to boldly declare the name of Jesus in your prayers, for it is a powerful weapon against the enemy.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this family to Your throne of grace. Lord, You see the pain, the struggle, and the toxicity that has invaded their lives. You know the heartache of a wife who is belittled and broken, a daughter who is being influenced by ungodly forces, and a husband who feels helpless from afar. We ask for Your divine intervention, Lord. Break the chains of arrogance, criticism, and manipulation that have bound this mother-in-law. Convict her heart, Lord, and bring her to repentance. Soften her spirit and replace her pride with Your humility and love. Let her see the damage she has caused and turn to You for forgiveness and transformation.
Father, we pray for this wife, that You would draw her back to Yourself. Restore her prayer life, Lord, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Heal her broken heart and renew her mind. Give her strength to stand firm in Your truth and to reject the lies of the enemy. Surround her with Your love and protection, and let her find her worth in You alone.
Lord, we ask for Your hand of protection over this little daughter. Shield her heart and mind from the harmful influences around her. Give her parents wisdom on how to guard her and raise her in Your ways. If there is a need for a change in her care, Lord, provide a godly solution. Let her grow up in an atmosphere of love, joy, and peace.
Father, we pray for this husband as he works tirelessly to provide for his family. Give him wisdom in his online business and favor in his work on the ship. Open doors for them to secure a home where they can live together in unity and peace. Provide the finances they need, Lord, and let them trust in You completely.
We rebuke every scheme of the enemy against this family. No weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We declare that they are covered by the blood of Jesus and that Your angels are encamped around them (Psalm 34:7). Restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25), Lord, and bring healing, deliverance, and breakthrough.
Finally, Father, we pray that this family would grow stronger in their faith. May they seek You first in all things and find their hope and strength in You. Let their home be a place where Your love reigns and where Your name is glorified.
In the powerful name of Jesus, 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. 
