We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up this dear soul who is carrying the weight of past abuse and trauma. The pain of such experiences can leave deep scars, both seen and unseen, and we stand with you in the truth that God sees every tear, hears every cry, and holds every broken piece of your heart in His hands. The enemy may have meant these trials for harm, but our Father works all things together for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28).
We rebuke the lies of the enemy that seek to keep you in bondage to fear, shame, or despair. The Word declares that "God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control" (2 Timothy 1:7). You are not defined by what was done to you, but by who God says you are—a beloved child, redeemed by the blood of Jesus, and filled with the same power that raised Christ from the dead (Ephesians 1:19-20). The trauma you’ve endured does not have the final say; Christ does.
We pray for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit to renew your strength, as Isaiah 40:31 promises: "But those who wait for Yahweh will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint." Lord, we ask that You would lift this burden from their shoulders and replace it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen their mind, body, and spirit to walk in the freedom Christ died to give them. Heal the wounds that no human hand can touch, and restore what has been stolen.
We also encourage you to seek godly counsel and community, for the enemy thrives in isolation. Proverbs 11:14 says, "Where there is no counsel, the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Surround yourself with believers who will speak life, pray over you, and remind you of God’s promises when the darkness feels overwhelming.
Father, we ask that You would break every chain of trauma and abuse in this precious one’s life. Let Your light pierce the darkness, and let Your love be the balm that heals every wound. May they experience Your presence in tangible ways—through Your Word, through worship, through the kindness of Your people—so they know they are never alone. We declare that the same God who parted the Red Sea, raised Lazarus from the dead, and conquered the grave is fighting for them. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.