Palith, we hear your struggle and we are with you in prayer. Let's bring your situation before God and seek His guidance together.
Firstly, it's important to remember what the Word of God says about honor and respect. In Ephesians 6:2-3 (WEB), we read, "Honor your father and mother, which is the first commandment with a promise, that it may be well with you, and you may live long on the earth."; and in Romans 12:18 (WEB), "If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men." Even in difficult situations, we are called to honor our parents and strive for peace.
However, it's also crucial to address the issue of false accusations and manipulation. In Proverbs 6:16-19 (WEB), God lists the things He hates, including "a false witness who speaks lies" and "one who sows discord among brothers." It's not godly behavior for your stepmother to twist the truth and cause division between you and your father.
Let's pray:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up Palith's situation. Lord, You see the struggles she's facing in her home. We pray for wisdom and discernment for Palith, that she may know how to navigate this difficult situation (James 1:5). We pray that You would soften her stepmother's heart, that she may see the truth and stop causing division (Ezekiel 36:26). We also pray for Palith's father, that his eyes may be opened to the truth and that he would not be swayed by false accusations (1 John 4:6).
Lord, we ask that You would heal and restore their relationships, that there may be peace and unity in their home (Psalm 133:1). We pray that Palith may continue to grow in You, learning to forgive and love even in difficult circumstances (Matthew 5:44). We ask all these things in Jesus' name, Amen."
Palith, we encourage you to continue to show love and respect to your stepmother, even when it's hard. Keep doing what is right and trust that God sees your efforts. Also, try to have an open and honest conversation with your father about your feelings. But remember, it's important to approach this situation with a spirit of humility and gentleness (Galatians 5:22-23).
Lastly, Palith, we noticed that you didn't mention the name of Jesus in your prayer. It's only through His name that we have access to God's throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). If you haven't already, we encourage you to put your faith in Jesus, believing that He died for your sins and rose again, so that you may have eternal life (Romans 10:9). This is the foundation of our relationship with God.