Family under attack,calling all prayer warriors!

Okay so where do I begin? my family is really under attack we seriously need prayer.

First of all:there were 3 deaths in 2 weeks,one was a total senseless,cold blooded murder over money. He was robbed,beaten,and shot to death.

Second:My soon to be mother in law,her brother went nuts,has been playing like 2 or 3 women all at once, has stolen from people,even family,medications,money,you name it. He has drugged his own parents. He's a threat to everyone at this time.

Third: My dad seems upset or something,he's completely ignoring me. He won't answer or return any calls or text.He was fine until I asked him if it was okay with him to have my soon to be father in law do the father-daughter dance at my wedding,because he has really been there for me,and my dad wasn't. He was completely fine at the time,then suddenly after I asked,he won't speak to me.

Fourth: my paw paw has had some serious issues with his feet,I'm thinking probably gout. He couldn't even attend church Sunday morning,he couldn't walk,or put socks or shoes on due to redness,pain,and some swelling.I had friends and family pray with me,and he was able to attend church Sunday evening,and he's doing much better,but still having some issues.

Fifth l: My aunt ''fell'' and broke her foot...she had JUST been released from the doctor from breaking the same foot in three places,and she sent out a text message to numerous people that well...it just sounded rather prideful like she was bragging or something. I'm honestly not sure these are ''accidents'' or ''falls''. She has attempted suicide before,and almost died. She was forced into a mental healthy facility until they released her...she has struggled off and on with depression and things.

Finally the last thing:there are many people who simply choose to not attend the engagement/wedding shower or wedding for no reason at all. They expect so much,and for you to always be there no matter what,but they can't even say congratulations...oh well anyhow. We have a full schedule before the wedding as well. This weekend we have a shower here where I live,then next weekend we'll be going south to Guyton,GA(just outside of Savannah) where my fiance's parents live(he lives in Marietta,about an hour from me),and they're giving us a shower there as well,and we're doing our marriage counseling. The next weekend we'll be staying here,but have to do last minute stuff for the wedding,like getting the music together and stuff.Then the next weekend is when we're getting married.

I'm sorry to rant or whatever,but we really NEED all the prayer we can get. For these things,and also for God's most abundant blessings in our marriage as we want a Godly marriage! Thank you and God bless everyone so much!

It's all really hard as is,but on top of it all,I'm getting married on October 15.2011 and it doesn't really help to have all this going on.

It sounds like you could use the book, " Living Free In Christ" or "The Bondage Breaker" written by Neil T Anderson. He helps us Understand Our Identity in Christ Though scripture. It helps you understand how family disfuction, can be spiritual strong holds.

My father was a gambler and a alcoholic, and he was abused by his father. I prayed for spiritual freedom from family strongholds. Not only did 2 out of 3 of my siblings start going to Church again. But my father stopped drinking and ask each one of us kids to forgive him. Now I say that is the power of God at work. This is why I feel so passionate about prayer.

I have prayed for God to cover your family with His grace, but also that He will bless them, and keep them and shine His light upon them, In Jesus Name Amen

Setting you and all needs before Jesus in prayer.
I believe with your dad, that even though your father in law has given you so much care, that asking your dad to give the father dance to your father in law broke His heart.
Maby call him and say that you wanted him as well to do the first dance? Then dance also with your father in law.
Much more can be healed in serving and loving , even when one does not deserve it.
None of us is worthy of the love and sacrifice Jesus gave and gives us, but He gave it simply because he loves us.
I will continue to keep you and all your family in my prayers in Jesus Christ is Lord.


Hugs and God bless
pickles

Yyes Lord cover this family with your blood,turn it all around for your glory,in Jesus name amen

I'm really not that worried about the situation with my dad. When I talked with him,he didn't seem to care. He isn't even sure if he's coming to the wedding anyways. I don't feel right dancing with him. I prayed and prayed about it,and feel I made the right choice. It's not an issue with my dad and myself. It's the fact the family needs prayer,we're going through a lot,and it's all happening so much. My dad doesn't even make an effort to be there anyways,it's a case of wanting me there when he's in need(which I do my best to always be there,just for the record) and yet not being there when I need him. He's not...well I'm not sure...anyhow,please with all due respect,lets just keep the focus on the need for prayer for the family and the main issues. The one with him isn't an issue. I won't change what has been decided,because I felt led to do things this way. Thank you for the words of encouragement and the prayers. God bless.

Third: My dad seems upset or something,he's completely ignoring me. He won't answer or return any calls or text.He was fine until I asked him if it was okay with him to have my soon to be father in law do the father-daughter dance at my wedding,because he has really been there for me,and my dad wasn't. He was completely fine at the time,then suddenly after I asked,he won't speak to me.


You told your dad can someone else stand to be your dad and you wonder why he is upset? Why don't you just slap him in his face and tell him he means nothing to you. Can't imagine you hurting him more.

look lady,you don't know my life or the situation, I did NOT ask if someone else can be my dad. However he most certainly wasn't ever a dad or there. so I think you really need to back off. I'm getting tired of people putting focus on what is not the important thing here. I told him to be completely honest with me on how he felt about it,and I spoke lovingly to him. I even explained my reasons,and my dad most likely won't even be attending the wedding anyways so it really doesn't matter. So rather than you casting judgment you need to just chill out. If you don't like something then don't read my post. But you have absolutely NO right whatsoever to come on here and judge me like that. You're turning this completely against me,and don't even know the situation. So you need to just leave me alone cause I'm not going to tolerate anyone at this time. There's much more serious issues at hand. you clearly need prayer yourself acting like that,and speaking the way you did,so I'll be sure to pray for you.

Thank you for the prayers! My dad text and said he had been in bed for three days with a tooth issue of some sort. He text today again,and said he's feeling better,and will call me later,that he loves me. So he wasn't upset or hurt at all after all! I guess someone else must have had his phone or something,since others live there. Please continue to pray about the other things though. My soon to be mother in law's brother who did all that stuff,was supposed to have shown up to his parole officer on Monday and he didn't so now there's a warrant out for his arrest and that means anyone and everyone in contact with or related to him at all is probably in danger. He will stop at nothing to get what he wants,and to cover his own tracks. This man is VERY dangerous, and VERY much in need of Jesus. Thank you and God bless.

Amen. Lord please help this Christian brother and sister to find the wisdom, strength, and the solutions that you are already providing to work through these difficult relational issues. Help him in every way Lord when he moves to be a positive Christian person for you and his family. In Jesus name we ask it.

We pray for our family!

God is so wonderful,He has just allowed everything to fall into place perfectly from the beginning. I'm so very blessed to be going to marrying the most amazing man! Thank you for the prayers,we refuse to allow satan to step in and try to ruin things. We have a very strong surrounding of family and friends, both in the church and actual family members. His parents love me as their own,I couldn't ask for better. We actually get along great,unlike most in laws and all that. God is working mightily and as we always say ''God had the solution,before we even knew the problem!" God told Jeremiah that He knew him before He formed him,and to not worry about what will happen,or what to say,that when the time comes,He will take care of it all,and give him the words to say. He does that for us! He also said that His plans are to prosper us,and He shall for HIS honor and glory. Thank you Jesus,glory hallelujah,praise God our Father!

My prayers are with u! We fight on our knees!

Thank you everyone. It's a fight at times,but we're to fight the good fight of faith. It's not meant to be easy,nothing worth having comes easy. It's so wonderful to have a support system. I suppose what I said in response to the attack against me might of been something I should of said somewhat more nicely but well...we shouldn't judge,condemn,etc others especially when we don't know the circumstances or situation that person is in. Thank you again,and may God continue to abundantly bless each of you oh yeah and lets continue to pray for the one whom attacked me on here...it's nothing new,I've seen said person attack many others before on here. May the love,mercy,grace,compassion,understanding,etc of the Lord fill that person,and may they receive wisdom,knowledge,and understanding in Jesus name. May they be relived and freed from the bitterness or whatever it is they hold within their self that causes them to speak so harshly and everything to others. May the Lord bless them,keep them,make His face shine upon them,and be gracious to them always. I forgive them,and love them in Jesus name. Amen

That's a lot of problems in one family. Praying for you, and praying that you are able to really get rooted in a church and give yourself in worship.

Blessings.

Thank you,I have a wonderful church I'll be attending when we get married. I've visited there and love it,they really break it down simple for you,yet they have power,passion,and much more. It's certainly a BIG change and step forward for me with my current church situation. I've actually missed a lot of church at my church because there's things I know isn't right that goes on there,and I don't really feel comfortable there anymore. The main issue however,is I wasn't feeling spiritually fed. However that's another prayer answered! This church I'll be going to regularly is wonderful and you get fed. As for the lot of problems for one family,you're right,BUT the thing is our God is bigger,more powerful,Almighty, and He's in control. No circumstance,no issues,no devil,no nothing can handle Him! We have victory in Jesus name already!

Amen, we certainly do have victory, and when we walk in the spirit and not in the flesh, that truth can really manifest itself.

That is good news about your dad, just thought Id suggest.
As to praying, already being done.
Your family is in my prayers in Jesus and continues to be.

Hugs and God bless.
pickles

Sweetheart, I just wanted to add, and yes, you know your Dad better than I do.
But my dad was barely above a sperm donor, I had not see him for over 5 yrs and then only for a few unwelcome minutes.
But the day of my wedding He was there, to walk me down the isle.
I had a backup in the quiet just in case, as that person was more to me than my dad, but because this person understood the importance of who a father is, he was willing to remain in the background.
Of all the terrible things my dad did in my life, I am greatful he was there, I know he was as well.
Your Dad may say it is ok, but, the timing of His silence speaks volumes.
Ask him one more time to be sure he is sure.
You have so much to loose if you do not, and so much to gain if you do.
If it trully doesnt matter, he will be greatful that you wanted to be sure.

Ill keep praying all that is the healing, protection and love of Jesus for you and all your family.

God bless.
pickles

I have talked with my dad and asked him many times since then,he's honestly fine with it. In fact,before I even brought up who would walk me down the isle,he told me ''I think your paw paw should walk you down the isle and give you away,he was the one there for you and who raised you,I wouldn't feel right doing it because I would be taking away from the both of you''. Then in response to the father-daughter dance,he felt that it's best the way it is. He wasn't hurt,upset,or offended at all. He called and we talked for almost an hour last night.He prefers that things go the way they're planned. I will still do something special for him,no doubt. However he completely understands,agrees with,and respects the plans and choices made. I didn't just go and ask my father in law for this,I went to my dad first. I didn't count him out, I didn't slap him in the face,I didn't insult him,I didn't go over his head. I spoke to him first. Things are still rather hmm what's the word ''different'' and having to warm up to each other. Anyhow,things are completely fine with him and I so it's not an issue at all. The prayer request is for the other things now.

God bless his kind heart, glad it is all ok.
Forgive me if I was over doing all the advise.
Please understand its not always easy with the limited understanding at this end.
Ill keep praying for you, fiance and all your family that Jesus will keep all of you in His perfect care.

Hugs and God bless
pickles