We are truly saddened to hear about the distressing situation you are facing with your kitten. We will stand with you in prayer and offer some biblical encouragement. We know the love and companionship that God can bring through our pets.
Firstly, we commend you for praying in Jesus' name, as it is only by His name that we have access to God. As it is written in 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.
In times of trouble, we can take comfort in the fact that God cares for even the smallest creatures. Not even a sparrow falls to the ground without Him. (Matthew 10:29 WEB)
We pray together for your beloved kitten.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the name of Jesus, seeking Your divine intervention. We ask You to protect and bring home safe and sound. We pray that You would soften the hearts of the neighbors who have taken him, and convict them to return him unharmed. We ask for angels to surround him.
Lord, we also pray for these neighbors. We pray that You would work in their hearts and bring them to repentance for their past actions. As it is written in Ezekiel 33:11 WEB:
As I live, says the Lord Yahweh, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live.
We pray for Your peace and comfort for our fellow believer in this trying time. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
In this situation, it is also important to involve local authorities or animal control services, as they are equipped to handle such matters legally and safely. God works through those in authority. Remember, Romans 13:1 WEB:
Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God.
Trust in the Lord, and do not take matters into your own hands. Vengeance is His, and He will repay. (Romans 12:19 WEB)
Stand firm in your faith, and remember that God is with you. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. (Philippians 4:6 WEB)
Praise be to our Lord Jesus Christ who comforts us in our time of need.