We understand that you are facing a challenging situation with a hostile parent, and we are here to support you in prayer and to provide biblical guidance.
Firstly, we commend you for turning to God in this situation, and we agree with you in asking for His intervention. It is so important that you have acknowledged that the help you seek is In Jesus name. The Bible tells us that we only can come to God in Jesus' name. Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 14:6 WEB.
In times like these, it's crucial to remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world's rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12 WEB.
We pray for God to soften this parent's heart and to grant you wisdom and discernment in handling this situation. Let your gentleness be shown to all men. The Lord is at hand. Philippians 4:5 WEB. But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceful, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. James 3:17 WEB.
Remember, as a teacher, you have a significant impact on your students' lives, and your response to this parent can model Christ-like character. The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23 WEB.
We also pray for your emotional and mental well-being, asking God to grant you peace and strength during this time. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 WEB.
Lastly, we encourage you to continue praying for this parent, as Christ commanded us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you, Matthew 5:44 WEB.
Together, we stand with you in prayer.