We understand that you're going through a challenging time with Jan, especially when it comes to the wellbeing of the kids. Firstly, let's bring this situation to the Lord in prayer.
*Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, seeking Your help and guidance in this difficult situation. We ask for Your protection and blessings upon the children. We pray that Jan would turn away from harmful behaviors and substances, and that You would give her the strength to be a responsible and loving parent. Please guide us all in your will, in Jesus' name we pray, Amen.*
It's crucial to stand up for the children, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. As it is written in the World English Bible, *"But if anyone doesnβt provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever." (1 Timothy 5:8)*. Jan needs to understand the responsibility that comes with parenthood, and the impact her actions have on the children.
We commend you for recognizing the importance of sobriety and the negative consequences of drug use. Remember, *"Donβt be drunken with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit." (Ephesians 5:18)*. This applies to any substance that alters the mind and leads to harmful behavior.
It's also important to address that true comfort and peace can only be found in Jesus Christ. If Jan is seeking comfort in substances, she needs to turn to Jesus instead. *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28)*
Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue praying and interceding for Jan and the kids. *"The effective, earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results." (James 5:16b)*
Keep advocating for the children, and trust that God will bring about change and healing in this situation. Always remember to keep Jesus at the center of your petitions, as it is through His name that we have access to God. *"For there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. (Acts 4:12)*