We understand that you're facing a challenging situation with your mother-in-law, Grace, and we want to address this with you in prayer and through the wisdom of the Scriptures.
Firstly, it's important to remember that God calls us to honor our parents, including our in-laws. The Fifth Commandment tells us, Honor your father and your mother, as Yahweh your God commanded you (Deuteronomy 5:16 WEB). However, honoring does not mean allowing sinful behavior to continue without address.
The Bible tells us, If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men (Romans 12:18 WEB). We should strive for peace, but sometimes it is not possible. This is why we also need to be wise and discerning, because not all behaviors are from God, some are from the devil. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you (James 4:7 WEB).
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Della and her family. Lord, you know the struggles they are facing with Grace, and we ask for Your intervention. We pray that any plans or schemes that are not aligned with Your will would be rendered powerless. We rebuke any demonic agenda that might be at work and pray for your protection over Della's husband, children, and their entire home.
Lord, we ask that You would open Grace's eyes to see the impact of her actions. We pray that Your Holy Spirit would convict her heart and lead her to repentance. We ask that You would restore peace in Della's home and that Your will would be done in this situation.
Father, we also pray for Della and her husband. Give them the wisdom to navigate this situation, the strength to endure, and the love to forgive. Help them to be lights of Your love and truth in this challenging time.
We ask all of this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, who is the only one who can save us. We come to God through his name. For there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12 WEB). If you have not done so, trust in Jesus Christ for your salvation.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we encourage you, Della, to continue to show love and kindness to Grace, even in this difficult time. Remember the words to not repay evil for evil (Romans 12:17 WEB). Trust in the Lord, and He will guide you through this. Be confident knowing that the God who sees in secret will reward you.