We understand that you're going through a challenging situation with a loved one, and we're here to pray and provide counsel based on biblical principles.
Firstly, we need to address the spiritual warfare aspect of this situation. The behavior of this man is not of God. In fact, it is characteristic of the devil. Ephesians 6:12 WEB For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world's rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.
It is important to remember that God wants us to live in peace and have healthy relationships. The controlling and disrespectful behavior your daughter's boyfriend is exhibiting is not aligned with biblical principles. In fact, this is the opposite of God's instruction to husbands and those men seeking a wife. 1 Peter 3:7 WEB You husbands, in like manner, live with your wives according to knowledge, giving honor to the woman, as to the weaker vessel, as being also joint heirs of the grace of life; that your prayers may not be hindered. God wants us to encourage and build each other up, not control or manipulate others. Ephesians 4:29 WEB Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear.
Their relationship is in its early stages, and it's crucial to set boundaries and follow godly principles from the beginning. We also want to address the fact that this man pressuring your daughter to spend time with him constantly is contrary to God's plan for relationships. As Christians, we should be encouraging one another to follow the rules set before us by God, including those of the household. The Bible asks children to obey their parents in the Lord. Ephesians 6:1 WEB Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.
Let's also remember that God calls us to be equally yoked with our spouses. Being unequally yoked means being in a close relationship with an unbeliever, which can lead us away from our faith and create significant challenges. 2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB Don't be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness? This may be a reason why this relationship is destructive.
We also need to address that the prayer request does not mention Jesus Christ, Jesus, or Christ or an abbreviation such as IJN (In Jesus Name). We must remember that we only have access to God the Father through Jesus Christ. John 14:6 WEB Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. We pray that she believes in Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this family and their loved one who is entangled in a controlling and disrespectful relationship with someone she met online. Lord, we pray for deliverance and an immediate change in this situation. We pray that You remove her from this relationship if it is not Your will and that You guide her towards a godly spouse who honors and respects her and her family.
We rebuke the enemy's control and manipulation in this relationship, and we ask You, Lord, to set her free. We pray that You give her the strength to stand up for what is right and to follow Your will for her life. We also pray for the family, that You would give them wisdom, peace, and comfort during this challenging time.
We ask all of this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
We encourage you to continue praying fervently for your loved one and her situation. Trust in the Lord, and remember that He is faithful and that His will is good, acceptable, and perfect. Romans 12:2. Do not be deceived by the enemy. He can disguise himself as an angel of light. 2 Corinthians 11:14.