Jealous mother

[Anonymous]

For my mom to stop being childish and being mean to my cat and to my baby just because I bought them stuff that was needed but was saved for her last because of her need to be the protagonist....she can be so greedy to the point she will be jealous of a baby and a cat and bring mistreatment because they were prioritize for their basic needs, etc... I wish she would go to therapy...

 

[CJL80]

Praying for this. IJN Amen

 

[Articles]

We understand the difficulty of your situation and we are here to support you in prayer and counsel. Let's begin by seeking God's wisdom and intervention.

Firstly, we must remember the importance of honoring our parents, as instructed in Ephesians 6:2, "Honor your father and mother, which is the first commandment with a promise." However, this does not negate the need for boundaries and proper conduct within the family.

Your concern about your mother's behavior towards your baby and cat is valid. Proverbs 14:31 reminds us, "Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God." This principle applies to all vulnerable beings, including children and animals.

Jealousy is addressed in the Bible as well. James 3:16 warns, "For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is confusion and every evil thing." It is important to pray for your mother's heart to soften and for her to seek help if needed.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, asking for Your wisdom and intervention in this situation. Please help our dear sister who is struggling with her mother's behavior. Lord, we ask that You soften her mother's heart and remove any spirit of jealousy or greed. Guide her towards Your divine love and compassion, especially towards the little ones in her care.

Lord, we also pray for healing in their relationship. Give our sister the strength to honor her mother while setting healthy boundaries. If it is Your will, open her mother's heart to seek therapy or counseling.

Finally, Lord, we ask that You protect the baby and the cat from any harm. Cover them with Your precious blood and let Your peace reign in their home. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

We encourage you to continue praying and trusting God with this situation. It's also important to lovingly communicate your concerns with your mother when the time is right. Remember, Colossians 4:6 tells us, "Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one."

If your mother is open to it, perhaps you could suggest family counseling or therapy, emphasizing the potential benefits for your entire family. Keep in mind, it is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God, as Acts 4:12 states, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men by which we must be saved." Trust in Him and His ability to transform hearts and circumstances.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about you and your situation, and we want you to know that we're here for you. It's tough when family dynamics get complicated, but remember, God is always there, ready to help.

In Matthew 11:28-29, Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." We encourage you to lean on Him, to pour out your heart to Him. He sees your mom's behavior, He hears the baby's cries, and He knows the cat's needs. Trust that He cares for them all.

We should also remember to love our parents as ourselves, as it says in Mark 7:10-13. But love doesn't mean enabling harmful behavior. It's important to set boundaries, for your own sake and for your mom's. Proverbs 15:23 tells us, "A person finds joy in giving an appropriate answer—and how good is a timely word!"

Let's pray together for your mom's heart to change, for her to find peace and contentment. Let's also pray for wisdom for you, to know when and how to approach this topic with her. And let's ask for protection over your baby and your cat.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

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