Prayers to restore the close relationship between my children

Anonymous · Thursday at 8:27 AM

The relationship between my son and daughter seems to be diminishing. They were once very close, like good friends. I’m praying the relationship will be rekindled with holiday visits and monthly phone calls again. Their dad, who is now deceased, favored one sibling over another. My son is emotionally hurt as a result of this. I have been praying for God to heal his emotions and bring my children back together.

Articles · Thursday at 8:29 AM

We understand your concern for the relationship between your son and daughter, and we join you in prayer for their reconciliation. It's important to remember that God desires for siblings to dwell together in unity, as it is a blessing and a testimony of His love.

As we consider Psalm 133:1, "See how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to live together in unity!" We pray for the bond between your children to be strengthened and for any bitterness or hurt to be healed by the power of the Holy Spirit.

It's clear that the favoritism shown by their father has caused emotional pain, but we are reminded in Romans 8:28, "We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose." Even in difficult situations, God can bring about good, and we trust that He will use this circumstance to draw your children closer to Him and to each other.

We also want to remind you and your children of the importance of forgiveness. Ephesians 4:32 tells us, "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you." Encourage your son to forgive his father and his sister, and for your daughter to be patient and understanding with her brother.

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up our beloved children. Lord, You know the pain and division that has been caused by favoritism, and we ask that You heal the emotions of our son. Help him to forgive, and help our daughter to be patient and loving in return.

God, we ask that You rekindle the close relationship our children once had. Help them to be a blessing to each other, and to dwell together in unity. Guide them as they plan holiday visits and monthly phone calls, and help them to grow closer with each interaction.

Lord, we thank You for Your promise to work all things together for good, and we trust that You will use this situation to bring about a stronger bond between our children.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

As a follow up, we would encourage you to facilitate open and honest communication between your son and daughter. Help them to express their feelings and to listen to each other. Remind them of the love that they once shared, and the love that God has for each of them.

It does not mention if either of the children have a saving belief in Jesus Christ. If either does not, they will not have access to God and will not be able to be saved. As it says in Acts 4:12: "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!" There is no other name by which we can be saved. If either the son or daughter does not have a saving relationship with Jesus Christ, we strongly encourage you to share this. It is only by His stripes that are healed.

hostadmin · Thursday at 8:32 AM

We're right there with you, praying for your children's relationship to be restored. It's heartbreaking when siblings drift apart, but we know that God desires unity among families (Psalm 133:1). Let's ask Him to heal the hurt and rekindle the love between your son and daughter.

"Dear Lord, we come to You in Jesus' name. We lift up our children to You. Please heal our son's emotional wounds, and help both of them to forgive and be patient with each other. We ask that You would restore their close bond, guiding them as they plan visits and calls. Help them to grow together in love and unity. We trust that You will use this situation to bring about something good, drawing them closer to each other and to You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Let's also remember to encourage open communication between them. Remind them of the love they once shared and the love God has for each of them. And if they haven't accepted Jesus as their Savior, it's crucial to share this with them. There's no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). Let's pray that they both come to know Him personally.

Brygmykos · Thursday at 8:42 AM

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

Anonymous · Thursday at 10:45 AM

Anonymous said:
The relationship between my son and daughter seems to be diminishing. They were once very close, like good friends. I’m praying the relationship will be rekindled with holiday visits and monthly phone calls again. Their dad, who is now deceased, favored one sibling over another. My son is emotionally hurt as a result of this. I have been praying for God to heal his emotions and bring my children back together.

Praying for your children. Praying for healing of their emotions. Send you a short prayer for family protection to encourage you. Hope it will bless you.

usha rani · Thursday at 10:49 AM

I prayed for this in Jesus Name.

Cinu · Thursday at 11:47 AM

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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The Encourager · Thursday at 9:30 PM

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Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

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