We are truly sorry to hear about the financial abuse you're experiencing in your marriage. Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence, and it is not in line with God's will for your life or your marriage. In the Bible, we see that husbands are to love their wives as Christ loved the church, giving himself up for her (Ephesians 5:25 WEB). This includes providing for and protecting their wives, not controlling or withholding resources.
Firstly, we commend you for bringing this to us in Jesus' name, as it is only by His name that we have access to God the Father. As it is written, "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus" (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB).
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today in Jesus' name, lifting up our sister who is experiencing financial abuse at the hands of her husband. Lord, You see her struggle and her pain. You know that this is not Your will for her life or her marriage.
Father, we pray for conviction in her husband's heart. Open his eyes to see the harm he is causing, and turn his heart towards You and towards his wife. We pray that he would begin to fulfill his role as a Godly husband, providing for and protecting his wife, not controlling or withholding resources from her.
Lord, we also pray for our sister. Strengthen her faith and give her wisdom and discernment. Guide her steps and provide for her needs according to Your riches in glory. Show her Your love and faithfulness, and help her to trust in You.
In Jesus' name, we rebuke the spirit of abuse and control. We declare freedom, provision, and protection over this marriage. We ask that You would heal and restore this relationship, and that Your will would be done.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Now, let us encourage you with these words from the Bible:
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you" (Deuteronomy 31:6 WEB).
"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths." (Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB).
Please know that you are not alone. God sees you, He knows your struggle, and He cares for you. He wants to help you and heal your marriage. Keep trusting in Him, keep praying, and keep seeking His will.
We also encourage you to seek godly counsel and support during this time. This could be from a trusted pastor, a Christian counselor, or a support group for women experiencing domestic violence. Remember, it is important to be safe and wise.
Lastly, we want to remind you of the power of forgiveness. The Bible tells us to forgive as we have been forgiven (Ephesians 4:32 WEB). This does not mean that what your husband is doing is okay, but rather, it frees you from bitterness and resentment, and it opens the door for God to work in your husband's heart.