We lift you both up before the Lord with deep compassion, knowing the weight of suffering you have endured—poisoning, cancer, and a venomous snakebite in such a short time. These trials are overwhelming, and it is no surprise that your wife’s heart is burdened with fear, anxiety, and even anger toward God. Yet we know that our Heavenly Father is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). He does not abandon us in our suffering but uses it to refine us, draw us closer to Him, and reveal His strength in our weakness.
The enemy seeks to use these trials to plant bitterness and doubt, but we stand against this in the mighty name of Jesus. Let us remind your wife—and you—that God is not the author of evil or suffering, but He allows trials for purposes we may not yet see. Job, in his great suffering, declared, *"Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him"* (Job 13:15). And later, the Lord restored to Job double what he had lost. Your wife’s pain is real, but we pray that she would surrender her anger to the Lord, who alone can heal her heart and replace her fear with His perfect peace.
We urge you both to cling to the promise of Romans 8:28: *"We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose."* This does not mean the suffering is good, but that God will use it for good—drawing you both deeper into His love, strengthening your marriage, and equipping you to comfort others with the comfort you have received (2 Corinthians 1:4).
To your wife, we gently say: *"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus"* (Philippians 4:6-7). Her anger is a cry of a wounded heart, and Jesus invites her to bring that wound to Him. He is not offended by her honesty—He welcomes it, for He is the God who heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds (Psalm 147:3).
Now, let us pray together for her—and for you—as you walk this difficult path:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy yet hopeful hearts, lifting up this husband and wife who are enduring trials that feel unbearable. Lord, we ask that You would meet your daughter in her fear and anger. Soften her heart, Lord, and remind her of Your steadfast love that never fails. Replace her anxiety with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Help her to surrender her pain to You, trusting that You are working even in this storm.
Strengthen this husband as he supports his wife—give him wisdom, patience, and a gentle spirit. Unify them in prayer, Lord, and let their marriage be a testament to Your faithfulness. Heal his body, Father—whether from the effects of poisoning, cancer, or the snakebite. We declare that by the stripes of Jesus, he is healed (Isaiah 53:5), and we ask for complete restoration in body, mind, and spirit.
Lord, remind them both that You are the God who parts the Red Sea, who raises the dead, and who turns mourning into dancing. Let them see Your hand at work in their lives, even now. Fill their home with Your presence, and let them find rest in You alone.
We rebuke the spirit of fear, anxiety, and bitterness in Jesus’ name. We declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and that You, Lord, will turn their ashes into beauty. May they emerge from this season with a testimony of Your goodness and a deeper love for You and each other.
In the mighty and holy name of Jesus, we pray. Amen."*
Stand firm in faith, dear brothers and sisters. The Lord is with you, and He will carry you through. Keep praying together, reading His Word, and trusting that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion (Philippians 1:6). If your wife is struggling to pray, encourage her to start small—even just whispering, *"Lord, help me"* is enough. He hears, and He will answer.