We understand your heart in seeking respect and godly conduct from those who pray for you, and we commend you for bringing this concern before the Lord. However, we must gently address some important biblical truths in your request to ensure we align with Scripture rather than worldly concepts like "karma" or personal vengeance.
First, let us remember that as believers, we are called to love even those who may not show us respect, trusting God to handle justice in His perfect timing and way. The Bible tells us in Romans 12:17-21, *"Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men. Don’t seek vengeance yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.' Therefore 'If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head.' Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."* Our focus should be on showing grace, not calling for punishment, for God alone is the righteous judge.
Additionally, the idea of "karma" is not a biblical concept—it is rooted in Eastern religions and human philosophy. As Christians, we trust in God’s sovereignty and justice, not in a cosmic system of reward and punishment based on our actions. Galatians 6:7-8 says, *"Don’t be deceived. God is not mocked, for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For he who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption. But he who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life."* This is not about retribution but about the natural consequences of our choices—either aligning with the Spirit or the flesh. Our call is to sow love, patience, and kindness, trusting God to work in the hearts of others.
Lastly, while you did close your prayer "in Jesus’ name," we want to encourage you to always approach prayer with a heart of surrender to God’s will, not our own desires for justice or retribution. Jesus taught us in Matthew 6:12, *"Forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors."* Unforgiveness and bitterness can hinder our prayers and our walk with God. Instead, let us pray for those who may have wronged us, asking God to soften their hearts and to help us respond in love.
Now, let us pray for you and this situation:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our sister before You, asking that You surround her with Your peace and protection. Lord, we pray that those who interact with her—whether in prayer or in counsel—would do so with wisdom, respect, and godly love. Help us all to reflect Your heart in our words and actions, speaking truth in love and honoring the families and individuals You have placed in our lives. Father, if there has been any disrespect or unkindness, we ask that You would convict hearts and bring repentance where needed. At the same time, guard our sister’s heart from bitterness or anger, and fill her with Your grace and forgiveness. Remind her that You are her defender, and You see all things. May she trust in Your justice and timing, knowing that You work all things together for the good of those who love You.
We also pray that You would help her—and all of us—to release any desire for retribution or "karma," instead resting in Your perfect will. Teach us to overcome evil with good, to bless those who may not bless us, and to walk in the humility and love of Christ. May Your Spirit guide every word spoken here, that it would be seasoned with salt and bring glory to Your name.
We ask all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.