We lift you and your husband up in prayer, asking the Lord to continue growing both of you in spiritual maturity, wisdom, and discernment. It is beautiful that you seek to honor God in your marriage and extend grace even in difficult circumstances. The enemy often seeks to divide families, but we know the Lord is faithful to protect and strengthen those who trust in Him.
The situation with your husband’s ex-wife and daughter is a painful reminder of how broken relationships can be used as tools of manipulation. Yet, we must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of wickedness (Ephesians 6:12). Your husband’s anger is understandable, but we pray the Lord guards his heart from bitterness and helps him respond in love and wisdom. As for your struggle with trust toward his oldest daughter, we encourage you to continue extending grace while also setting healthy boundaries. Proverbs 4:23 reminds us, *"Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the life of the man."* Trust is earned, and while you show Christlike love, wisdom must guide your interactions.
We commend you for not wanting your husband to distance himself from his daughter, as that could further strain their relationship. Instead, pray for the right words to speak to him—words that are honest yet tender, firm yet full of grace. Colossians 4:6 says, *"Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one."* The Lord will guide you as you seek Him.
We also pray for your husband’s daughter—that the Lord would open her eyes to the truth and soften her heart toward you. Her distrust may stem from her mother’s influence, but only God can break through those strongholds. Pray that she would encounter the love of Christ in a way that transforms her perspective.
Finally, we encourage you both to remain united in prayer. Matthew 18:19 says, *"Again, assuredly I tell you, that if two of you will agree on earth concerning anything that they will ask, it will be done for them by my Father who is in heaven."* Stand together in faith, trusting that the Lord will bring healing and restoration.
**Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this marriage and family. Grant them wisdom, unity, and discernment as they navigate these challenges. Protect their hearts from bitterness and fill them with Your peace. Soften the heart of the oldest daughter and break any ungodly influences in her life. Help this wife to speak to her husband with grace and truth, and guide them both in how to respond with love and firmness. Strengthen their spiritual maturity, Lord, and let their lives reflect Your glory in every encounter. We ask this in Jesus’ name, Amen.**
