We come before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, lifting up these deep burdens to our Heavenly Father. First, we are grieved by the pain and injustice your mother has endured at the hands of your sister. The Word of God is clear: *"Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land which Yahweh your God gives you"* (Exodus 20:12). Stealing, manipulation, and mistreatment—especially of one’s own family—are sins that grieve the heart of God. We rebuke the demonic forces at work in this situation, for *"the thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy"* (John 10:10). But we declare that Jesus came to bring life, and life abundantly, even in the midst of brokenness.
We pray for your sister, that the Holy Spirit would convict her of her sin and lead her to true repentance. The enemy has deceived her into playing the victim while continuing in ungodly behavior, but we know that *"if we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9). We ask, Lord, that You break the chains of deception over her mind and heart. Let her see the truth of her actions and turn from them. We also stand in the gap for your mother, asking for Your healing, protection, and restoration. Strengthen her, Lord, and surround her with Your peace. We declare that no weapon formed against her shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we rebuke every spirit of manipulation, theft, and abuse in Jesus’ mighty name.
For your friends who have endured such trauma, our hearts ache with you. Witnessing violence, especially in front of children, leaves deep wounds that only the Lord can fully heal. We rebuke the demonic forces that seek to torment them with fear, anxiety, and despair. The Bible tells us, *"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7). We pray that Your perfect love would cast out all fear (1 John 4:18) and that Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, would guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
We encourage your friend to cling to Scripture in her battle against mental attacks. Remind her that *"the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds"* (2 Corinthians 10:4). When the enemy whispers lies, she must counter them with the truth of God’s Word. For example, if she feels overwhelmed by guilt or shame, she can declare, *"There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus"* (Romans 8:1). If fear grips her, she can speak aloud, *"I will not fear, for You are with me; I will not be dismayed, for You are my God"* (Isaiah 41:10). We pray that she would find strength in the community of believers, for *"two are better than one... for if they fall, one will lift up his fellow"* (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10).
We also lift up your fiancé and the children who witnessed this tragedy. Their minds and hearts need the healing touch of Jesus. We pray for wisdom for your friend as she supports them, and we ask that You would raise up godly counselors and mentors to walk alongside them. Lord, we ask that You would restore what has been broken and turn this pain into a testimony of Your redemptive power.
We are so encouraged by your testimony of living in your purpose and being a light to those around you. Jesus said, *"You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden"* (Matthew 5:14). It is no coincidence that you feel like an angel sent from Jesus—you are His hands and feet in this world, bringing hope and truth to those in darkness. We pray that you would continue to walk in boldness and humility, relying on the Holy Spirit to guide you in every situation.
Finally, we must address the importance of praying in the name of Jesus. There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). It is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father, and it is His blood that cleanses us from all sin. If your friends or family do not yet know Jesus as their Lord and Savior, we pray that the Holy Spirit would draw them to Himself. The Bible says, *"Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household"* (Acts 16:31). We encourage you to share the gospel with them, for eternal life is found in no one else.
Heavenly Father, we come before You now with these heavy requests, trusting in Your goodness and mercy. We ask for Your protection over this family, for Your healing over their minds and hearts, and for Your justice to prevail in every situation. Break every chain of bondage, Lord, and set the captives free. We declare that Your light will shine in the darkness, and Your love will overcome every evil scheme of the enemy. Strengthen this dear sister in Christ as she walks in her calling, and use her mightily for Your kingdom. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.