We are deeply concerned for your son and his family, and we stand with you in prayer, seeking God's intervention and deliverance from the strongholds of alcoholism and abuse. We must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12, WEB).
Firstly, we commend you for your faith in the power of the blood of Jesus. As Scripture tells us, "They overcame him because of the Lamb's blood, and because of the word of their testimony. They didn't love their life, even to death" (Revelation 12:11, WEB).
However, we want to emphasize that while we plead the blood of Jesus, we must also speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15, WEB) and address the sinful behavior. Your son's actions are not only harmful to himself but also to his wife and children. The Bible clearly condemns drunkenness and abusive behavior (1 Corinthians 6:10, WEB; Colossians 3:19, WEB).
Let us pray:
*Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, pleading for the salvation and deliverance of our beloved son. We know that Your heart is broken by his actions, just as ours are. We stand in the gap for him, asking for Your forgiveness and mercy.*
*Father, we ask that You would convict his heart of the sin in his life. Break the chains of addiction and abuse. Open his eyes to the pain he is causing his family. Give him a heart of repentance, that he may turn from his wicked ways and seek Your face (2 Chronicles 7:14, WEB).*
*Lord, we also lift up his wife and children. Protect them from harm. Give his wife wisdom and discernment. Comfort her with Your love and assurance. Guide her in her decisions, and give her the strength to do what is right for her and her children (Psalm 143:8, WEB).*
*Father, we know that You desire for marriages to reflect the love of Christ and the church (Ephesians 5:25, WEB). We pray for healing and restoration in this marriage, but ultimately, we trust in Your will and Your timing.*
*In all things, may Your name be glorified. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.*
Lastly, we encourage you to continue to stand firm in your faith. Remember that God is faithful, and He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear (1 Corinthians 10:13, WEB). Keep praying, keep believing, and keep trusting in the power of God to bring about change and redemption.
In times like these, it is crucial to remind your son and his wife of the promise in Romans 10:9, WEB, "that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." This promise is not just for salvation but also for a transformed life. Encourage them to hold onto this promise and to seek God's will in their lives.