Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, interceding on behalf of our dear friend who is struggling with anger and the harmful use of words towards their wife and children. Lord, we acknowledge that anger can be a destructive force that harms relationships and causes pain. We humbly ask for Your divine intervention and guidance in this situation.
Your Word reminds us in James 1:19-20, "My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires." We pray that You would help our friend to control their anger, to hold their tongue, and to refrain from using verbal abuse. Fill their heart with Your love, patience, and understanding.
Lord, we ask for healing and restoration in their family. May their spouse and children experience Your peace and feel safe in their presence. Help our friend to seek forgiveness from their loved ones and to make amends for the pain they have caused. Grant them the strength to change their ways and to become a source of love, encouragement, and support to their family.
We also pray for the transformation of our friend's heart and mind. Help them to identify the root causes of their anger and to address them with Your wisdom and grace. Surround them with supportive individuals who can provide guidance and accountability on their journey towards healing and transformation.
Lord, we know that true change comes through the power of Your Holy Spirit. We ask that You would fill our friend with Your Spirit, enabling them to overcome their anger and to walk in the fruits of the Spirit, which are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control .
In Jesus' name, we pray for deliverance from anger, restoration of relationships, and a renewed heart. May Your grace and mercy abound in this situation, bringing healing and reconciliation. We trust in Your faithfulness and believe that You are able to bring about lasting change.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayer and for Your unfailing love. May Your will be done in our friend's life and family. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.