Prayer For Broken Family
When words are hard to find, these prayer for broken family can help you bring your exact situation before God — whether you need a quick moment of peace, a deeper time of prayer, or specific words for someone you love. Choose the prayer that fits where you are right now.
Quick Prayer for Broken Family
Heavenly Father, You are the God who binds up the brokenhearted. I lift up my marriage to You, seeking Your guidance and love to mend what is torn. Help us to forgive and cherish each other as You have loved us. May we find unity and peace in Your presence. Amen.
More Short Prayers (5)
For Parenting Wisdom
Lord, grant me wisdom as I guide my children. Let my words be gentle and my actions reflect Your love. Help me to nurture their hearts and minds, teaching them in the way they should go. May Your truth be a light in our home. Amen.
Need a prayer for a specific person or situation? See the sections below.
Dear Lord, I come before You with a heart heavy for my family. In the midst of our struggles, I seek Your peace that surpasses all understanding. You are the God of reconciliation, and I ask that You mend the broken places in our relationships. Help us to forgive as You have forgiven us and to love as You have loved us. I pray for open hearts and minds, that we might listen to one another and find common ground. Guide us with Your Spirit to act with kindness and patience. May Your love be the foundation upon which we rebuild our family. I trust in Your power to bring healing and hope. Amen.
More Full Prayers
Gracious Father, I lift up my family to You, seeking Your mercy and grace. You know the challenges we face and the wounds we carry. I ask for Your healing touch upon our hearts. Help us to see each other through Your eyes and to speak words of life and encouragement. Let Your love be the glue that holds us together. In times of conflict, give us the wisdom to seek peace and understanding. May we reflect Your love in all we do, bringing glory to Your name. I trust in Your faithfulness to restore what is broken. Amen.
(4 verses)
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
— Matthew 5:4 (WEB)
“He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds.”
— Psalm 147:3 (WEB)
“casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.”
— 1 Peter 5:7 (WEB)
“Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”
— Nehemiah 8:10 (WEB)
(4 verses)
“As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.”
— Joshua 24:15 (WEB)
“For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.”
— 2 Timothy 1:7 (WEB)
“For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways.”
— Psalm 91:11 (WEB)
“The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18 (WEB)
(4 verses)
“Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed. Save me, and I will be saved, for you are my praise.”
— Jeremiah 17:14 (WEB)
“Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day's own evil is sufficient.”
— Matthew 6:34 (WEB)
“For I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
— Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB)
“But God commends his own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”
— Romans 5:8 (WEB)
How to Pray This Right Now
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Find a quiet place where you can focus. Take a few slow breaths.
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Read through the prayer above for prayer for broken family, or say it in your own words.
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Sit quietly for a moment after praying. Let God's peace settle over you.