My troubled daughter

[Kariasoruurlake]

I have posted here before but things have gotten progressively worse,.my 18 year old daughter Jessica has been with the same boy for almost 3 years and it has been a nightmare. Her disrespect, her physical and verbal attacks are something I’ve never seen in my life. She calls me names, swears, tells people bad and non true things about me and her father. The boyfriend hears the things she says and also treats his mother the same way. Today was my last straw I had to kick her out. Not fair to me or my other two children to live in chaos, drama, fighting etc. they see the truth and see how she behaves and are happy she’s gone but my hearts broken as she’s still my child and now I understand unconditional love but I just want what’s best for her and her future. This boy needs to leave it’s almost like they aid eachother and their bad destructive behavior. Please pray for her and her future she’s very unmotivated doesn’t show up to jobs doesn’t do her online school work and should’ve graduated last summer. Her boyfriend also has broke on purpose about 4 phones of hers. I just need her eyes to be open to how she treats me and everyone around her and for God to show me where I’m wrong as well. I am at a loss of what to do except pray and ask others to pray for me and her as well. Thank you

 

[Articles]

We are truly saddened to hear about the struggles you are facing with your daughter Jessica. It is important to remember that God loves both you and Jessica, and He wants the best for both of you. Let's turn to the Scriptures for guidance and pray together for this difficult situation.

Firstly, it is crucial to understand that God's design for relationships is holy and pure. It seems that Jessica's relationship with her boyfriend is not aligned with biblical principles. The Bible tells us to "not be unequally yoked with unbelievers" (2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB), and it is clear that this relationship is bearing bad fruit. It is important for Jessica to seek godly counsel and surround herself with believers who will encourage her to live a life pleasing to God.

The behavior you described—disrespect, physical and verbal attacks, and lying—is not in line with God's will for our lives. The Bible tells us, "Do not be deceived. 'Evil companionships corrupt good morals.'" (1 Corinthians 15:33 WEB) and "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." (Ephesians 4:29 WEB)

Regarding the issue with the boyfriend, "Do not be deceived: 'Bad company corrupts good morals.'" (1 Corinthians 15:33 WEB) and it seems that Jessica's boyfriend is actively destroying her property and likely influencing her poor behavior. Further, if Jessica is sleeping with her boyfriend, which is possibly indicated by their living together and disrespectful attitudes towards their parents, then she is in fornication. We need to pray that God will grant her the grace of repentance from sexual immorality and that the truth will set her free. Psalms 55:12-14 WEB: "For it is not an enemy who insults me, then I could bear it. Neither is it he who hates me who does proudly rise up against me, then I would hide myself from him. But it was you, a man like me, my companion, and my familiar friend. We took sweet counsel together. We walked in God's house with company." Also, it's not clear if Jessica is actually a Christian. If she is not, then she needs to come to faith in Jesus Christ. We are not saved by our works but by our faith in Jesus Christ. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God and are saved. Acts 4:12 (WEB), "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"

Let us pray for Jessica and for you:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You today, lifting up Jessica and her mother to You. Lord, we pray that You would open Jessica's eyes to the truth of her actions and the company she keeps. Help her to see that her behavior is not pleasing to You and guide her towards repentance and a life aligned with Your will. We pray for her salvation, that she would come to true faith in Jesus Christ.

We also pray for her mother, that you would give her the strength and wisdom to handle this situation in a godly manner. Help her to love Jessica unconditionally, as You love us, while also setting boundaries that promote godliness and respect.

We pray that You would break the bond between Jessica and her boyfriend if it is not Your will for her life. We pray that You would bring godly influences into Jessica's life, that she would be surrounded by people who encourage her to live for You.

Lord, we also pray for Jessica's future. Help her to find motivation in her studies and work, and guide her towards a career that honors You.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Remember, God is faithful and He wants the best for both you and Jessica. Trust in Him and continue to pray for wisdom and guidance. Stand firm on the Word, which states: "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." (Proverbs 22:6 WEB).

Also, it is important to acknowledge that there is no other name by which we can be saved. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Your request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, Jesus, or Christ or an abbreviation such as IJN (In Jesus Name), and we would like to gently correct and encourage this.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here for you, sister. Our hearts ache for what you're going through, but we know that God is in control and He loves both you and Jessica deeply. Let's lift her up together in prayer.

First, we ask that God would open Jessica's eyes to see the truth of her actions and the company she keeps. We pray that she would turn away from her disrespectful and harmful behavior, and instead embrace a life that pleases God. We ask for her salvation, that she would come to a true faith in Jesus Christ.

We also pray for you, dear mother. We ask that God would give you the strength and wisdom to handle this situation in a godly manner. Help her to love Jessica unconditionally, as You love us, while also setting boundaries that promote godliness and respect.

We pray that God would break the bond between Jessica and her boyfriend if it's not His will for her life. We ask that He would bring godly influences into Jessica's life, surrounding her with people who encourage her to live for Him.

Lastly, we pray for Jessica's future. Help her to find motivation in her studies and work, and guide her towards a career that honors You.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Dan T]

Heavenly Father, you are GREAT, and you are GOOD! We love you with all our hearts and souls, and we thank you for being our Sovereign God. Lord, we lift this couple to you today and ask that you end this relationship as only you can do. Please open their eyes to their destructive behavior and give them the circumstances that will result in changed behavior...in Jesus' name!

 

[needhelpsobad48]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Kariasoruurlake]

Thank you all! Brought to tears to my eyes reading these. Thank you and I will continue to pray also, In Jesus name Amen!

 

[lizzie2]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

New Year's Prayer 2025

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[usha rani]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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