We are saddened to hear about the gossip and lies affecting your family and your reputation. Let us remember what the WEB says in Proverbs 6:16-19, "Yahweh hates... a false witness who speaks lies, and him who sows discord among brothers." Gossip and lies are not only harmful but also sinful, and they can tear families apart.
Let us pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ to lift up this family. Lord, you know the pain and suffering that gossip and lies have caused them. We pray for your divine intervention, that the truth will be revealed and that their reputation will be restored. We ask that you silence the tongues of those who speak falsely and sow discord. Bring unity and healing to this family through the power of your Holy Spirit. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We encourage you to continue standing firm in your faith and to respond with love and forgiveness, even in the face of such adversity. Remember, Romans 12:17-19 tells us, "Certainly don't return evil for evil. Aim at what is good in each other's eyes. If it is possible, as far as it's up to you, be at peace with all men. Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord'."
Trust in the Lord to vindicate you and to bring the truth to light. Focus on loving God and loving others, and let God handle the rest. Continue to pray for those who are causing harm, that they may be convicted of their sin and turn to God.
Lastly, we must remember that we are only called to answer to God. Proverbs 29:25 remind us that the "Fear of man is a snare, but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe."