From the very beginning, God created the family to be a center of spiritual heritage, love, growth, and legacy, which the family happens to be the first institution God created. However, families today confront many challenges, ranging from broken relationships, misbehaving children, and severe emotional wounds to financial difficulties and spiritual warfare. Intercessory prayer serves as a divine bridge that connects the needs of our loved ones with the power of heaven, and when we stand in the gap for our family, we thereby invite God’s hand to intervene, restore, and transform.
Intercessory Prayers For Family
Every prayer written in here is backed by biblical examples, showing us that if God did it before, He can surely do it again for you. These prayer touches a different aspect of family life, starting from parenting, provision, healing, forgiveness, spiritual growth, protection, and more. So take your time and pray with expectation, knowing that there’s always a God to answer whenever we pray.
1. Prayer for Family Unity and Peace
Jehovah Shalom, God of Peace, we call upon You to saturate our household with divine harmony. Let every root of division be uprooted, and every wall of misunderstanding be torn down. As David declared, “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity” (Psalm 133:1), let that goodness and pleasantness fill our family atmosphere.
May the peace of Christ rule in our hearts, to which we were called in one body (Colossians 3:15). Bind us with cords of love that cannot be broken. Let patience, forgiveness, and understanding reign in our conversations and decisions. Where the enemy has sown discord, let Your Spirit bring healing and reconciliation. Mighty Reconciler, unite our hearts to fear Your name and dwell in peace all our days. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
2. Prayer for Salvation of Unsaved Family Members
El Yeshuati, God of My Salvation, we lift up every unsaved soul in our family before Your throne of mercy. Let their hearts be softened, their ears opened, and their eyes unveiled. For Your Word declares, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house” (Acts 16:31). Like the prodigal son who returned home, let them arise and return to You, the Father of mercies (Luke 15:20).
Send laborers into their path to declare the gospel with power and love. Let every veil of darkness and deception be lifted, and draw them by Your Spirit into truth. Break every chain of rebellion and spiritual blindness. Give them a new heart and put a new spirit within them. Lord of the Harvest, let our household be marked for salvation, and may no soul be left behind. In the name of Jesus Christ, the Savior of all, Amen.
3. Prayer for Divine Protection Over the Family
Jehovah Nissi, our Banner and Defender, we ask for Your covering over every member of our household. Be our shield and fortress, for Your Word declares, “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty” (Psalm 91:1). Just as You placed a hedge around Job and all he owned (Job 1:10), build a hedge of fire around our dwelling.
Guard our going out and coming in, and deliver us from evil snares, both seen and unseen. Protect us from accidents, disease, and spiritual attacks. Let angelic hosts surround our home day and night. Cover our children, our relationships, and our possessions with the blood of Jesus. Sovereign Protector, be our defense and dwelling place from generation to generation. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.
4. Prayer for Healing in Family Relationships
Jehovah Rapha, Healer of hearts and restorer of souls, we bring before You the broken places within our family. Heal wounds that time could not mend. Your Word says, “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds” (Psalm 147:3). Like Joseph forgave his brothers despite betrayal (Genesis 50:20), teach us to forgive, release, and restore. Let grace flow between us, tearing down walls of offense and rebuilding bridges of trust. Soften hard hearts and heal emotional scars. Mend what’s been shattered by years of silence, bitterness, or misunderstanding. Let love rise where anger lived. Prince of Peace, breathe new life into our relationships. In Your healing name, we pray, Amen.
5. Prayer for Wisdom in Parenting and Guidance
Elohim Chokmah, God of All Wisdom, grant us the grace to lead our children in the way they should go. “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God…” (James 1:5). As You gave Solomon wisdom to lead (1 Kings 3:9), so grant us understanding to nurture, discipline, and guide our family in righteousness. Help us not lean on our own understanding but acknowledge You in every parenting decision. Teach us to raise our children in the fear and knowledge of You. Help us to be examples of love, patience, and truth. Guide our speech and actions, that they may point our family to Christ. Divine Counselor, lead us in Your perfect wisdom. Amen.
6. Prayer for God’s Provision for the Family
Jehovah Jireh, our faithful Provider, we trust You to supply every need within our household. As You fed the widow of Zarephath with unending oil and flour (1 Kings 17:16), and provided manna for Israel in the wilderness (Exodus 16:4), so provide for us today. Meet our financial, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Let there be no lack among us. Open the heavens and pour out blessings we cannot contain. Give us jobs, opportunities, favor, and financial wisdom. Break every cycle of insufficiency and fear. We shall not borrow but lend, we shall be the head and not the tail. God of abundance, we rest in Your provision. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
7. Prayer for Breakthrough in Family Finances
El Shaddai, the All-Sufficient One, we cry out for financial breakthrough and divine turnaround. “The Lord shall command the blessing upon thee in thy storehouses…” (Deuteronomy 28:8). Like the widow in 2 Kings 4:1-7, let what we have multiply under Your touch.
Break every yoke of debt, stagnation, and financial delay. Let business ideas, promotions, and divine connections find us. We reject poverty and embrace divine wealth. Bless the work of our hands and let our homes be storehouses of generosity. We declare open doors and divine increase. Our cups shall overflow. Abundant Provider, reign over our resources. In Christ’s name, Amen.
8. Prayer for Restoration of Broken Marriages
Jehovah Mekoddishkem, the Lord Who Sanctifies, restore every marriage under attack. “What God has joined together, let no man separate” (Mark 10:9). Just as You restored Hosea’s covenant love for Gomer (Hosea 3:1), so restore love, honor, and commitment between husband and wife. Let the oil of joy replace the spirit of heaviness. Heal betrayal, remove pride, and rekindle affection. Teach spouses to forgive, to listen, and to rebuild with grace. Strengthen what remains and breathe new life into weary unions. Great Restorer, do what only You can do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
9. Prayer for Children to Walk in God’s Ways
Abba Father, Shepherd of our Souls, we lift our children to You. Let them not depart from Your ways. “Train up a child in the way he should go…” (Proverbs 22:6). As Samuel ministered before you even as a child (1 Samuel 3:1), let our children hear Your voice and follow. Deliver them from evil influences and surround them with godly friendships. Let Your Word dwell richly in them, and let them be burning lights in a dark world. Bless them academically, emotionally, and spiritually. We dedicate them to your purpose. Mighty God, preserve their destinies. Amen.
10. Prayer for Protection from Generational Curses
Jehovah Tsidkenu, the Lord Our Righteousness, we break every curse passed down through our bloodline. “Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law” (Galatians 3:13). As Gideon tore down the altar of Baal (Judges 6:25), we tear down every evil altar speaking against our family. We reject cycles of poverty, sickness, marital failure, and bondage. By the blood of Jesus, we cleanse our lineage. Let blessings replace curses, and favor replace affliction. Holy One of Israel, mark our family with Your covenant and righteousness. In Jesus’ victorious name, Amen.
11. Prayer for God’s Will to Be Done in the Family
Sovereign Lord, Ancient of Days, we yield every plan, desire, and decision in our family to Your perfect will. As Jesus prayed, “Not my will, but thine, be done” (Luke 22:42), let our family submit wholly to Your divine purpose. Your Word declares, “The counsel of the Lord, it shall stand” (Proverbs 19:21). Align our hearts with heaven’s agenda. Let every step we take be ordered by You. Remove selfish ambition and lead us in paths of righteousness. Where confusion abounds, bring clarity. We surrender our future, our children, and our legacy to your hands. God of destiny, fulfill Your will in our home. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
12. Prayer for Deliverance from Family Strongholds
El Gibbor, Mighty Warrior, arise and deliver our family from every bondage and long-standing stronghold. “For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds” (2 Corinthians 10:4). Just as You delivered Israel from Egypt with a strong hand (Exodus 13:3), so deliver us from fear, addiction, generational sin, and oppression. Break the chains that bind our minds, hearts, and homes. Let every yoke be destroyed because of the anointing. Set captives free and fill our house with liberty and praise. Chain-Breaking God, arise and deliver us! In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.
13. Prayer for Fruitfulness in the Womb and Conception
El Roi, the God Who Sees, look upon every barren womb and fulfill Your promise of fruitfulness. “There shall not be male or female barren among you” (Deuteronomy 7:14). As you remembered Hannah and gave her Samuel (1 Samuel 1:20), remember every waiting family member. Remove every reproach and restore joy. Heal every physical and spiritual hindrance to conception. Breathe life into every seed and bring forth children who will serve You. We declare fruitfulness and multiplication in our bloodline. Giver of Life, we believe and receive in Jesus’ name, Amen.
14. Prayer for Victory Over Family Conflicts
Jehovah Shalom, God of Peace, speak stillness over every storm of strife within our home. “A soft answer turneth away wrath” (Proverbs 15:1). Let Your peace rule in our hearts and relationships (Colossians 3:15). Silence the voice of accusation, pride, and misunderstanding. Let love triumph over offense, and truth over bitterness. Grant us humility and patience to listen, speak wisely, and reconcile quickly. Restore the bond of peace and harmony. We declare unity over every disagreement. Prince of Peace, reign in our family forevermore. In Christ’s name, Amen.
15. Prayer for Peaceful Communication in the Home
El Olam, Everlasting God, teach us to speak with grace and wisdom. Let our tongues be instruments of peace. “Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt” (Colossians 4:6). As Jesus spoke life to the weary (Isaiah 50:4), let our words edify, not wound. Remove sarcasm, shouting, and silence rooted in offense. Give us ears to hear, and hearts to understand. Let communication flow with kindness and truth. Establish healthy dialogue between parents and children, siblings, and spouses. Eternal Word, guard our lips and sanctify our speech. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
16. Prayer for Family Members Struggling with Addiction
Jehovah Mephalti, the God Who Delivers, stretch out Your hand and rescue our loved ones bound by addiction. “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed” (John 8:36). As You delivered Mary Magdalene from seven demons (Luke 8:2), so deliver them from the grip of alcohol, drugs, lust, gambling, or any destructive habit. Destroy the appetite for bondage and replace it with a hunger for righteousness. Surround them with godly influences and remove toxic circles. Chain-Breaker, bring healing to their mind, body, and spirit. We declare freedom in Jesus’ name, Amen.
17. Prayer for Divine Favor on the Family
El Hen, God of Favor, let Your favor go before our family like a shield. “For thou, Lord, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield” (Psalm 5:12). Just as Esther found favor with the king (Esther 5:2), let favor open doors of opportunity, breakthrough, and influence for us. Let favor speak in interviews, promotions, schools, and legal matters. Let our name carry grace. We shall not be denied, for Your hand is upon us. Let men rise to help us, and situations shift in our favor. Gracious Father, be glorified. Amen.
18. Prayer for a Spirit of Forgiveness in the Family
Adonai, the God Who Forgives, pour out a spirit of mercy upon our home. “Be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another…” (Ephesians 4:32). As You forgave us in Christ (Colossians 3:13), help us to forgive those who’ve wounded us—especially in our own family. Heal old wounds, silence grudges, and destroy bitterness. Teach us to release others, just as we’ve been released. Let our hearts be tender and quick to reconcile. Father of Compassion, make our home a place where grace flows freely. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
19. Prayer for Direction in Family Decisions
God of All Wisdom, El De’ot, guide us in every decision that affects our family. “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart…and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5–6). As You directed Abraham to his promised land (Genesis 12:1), so lead us with clarity. Let Your Word be a lamp to our feet and light to our path. Speak peace when the road is right and discomfort when it is wrong. Help us to discern timing, counsel, and opportunity. Divine Navigator, lead our family into Your perfect will. In Christ’s name, Amen.
20. Prayer for Strength During Family Trials
El Sali, God My Rock, be our strength in the day of adversity. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1). As You were with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fire (Daniel 3:25), be with our family in every trial. Let our faith not fail. Strengthen us to stand firm, to encourage one another, and to trust You through the storm. Turn our mourning into joy and our heaviness into praise. Rock of Ages, sustain us through every trial. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
21. Prayer for a Legacy of Faith in the Family
Elohei Avraham, God of Our Fathers, raise in us a generational testimony of faith. “But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” (Joshua 24:15). As Timothy inherited faith from his mother and grandmother (2 Timothy 1:5), let our children and grandchildren walk in Your truth. Let our home echo with prayer, worship, and Your Word. Establish a legacy that endures. May we plant seeds that bear eternal fruit. Let faith be our inheritance. Covenant-Keeping God, preserve our family in righteousness. Amen.
22. Prayer for Godly Friendships and Relationships for Children
El Roi, God Who Sees the Hearts, order the relationships of our children according to Your will. “He that walketh with wise men shall be wise” (Proverbs 13:20). As Jonathan was to David (1 Samuel 18:1), bring divine friendships that nurture destiny and purpose. Remove every ungodly alliance that seeks to lead them astray. Surround them with mentors, teachers, and peers that point them to You. Let love, loyalty, and truth define their connections. Loving Father, be their matchmaker and protector. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
23. Prayer for Spiritual Revival in the Home
Ruach Elohim, Spirit of the Living God, breathe afresh upon our family. “Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee?” (Psalm 85:6). As Your Spirit fell in the upper room (Acts 2:1–4), let revival fire descend upon our home. Stir hunger for prayer, passion for the Word, and fervency in worship. Revive what’s grown cold. Reignite first love. Let every member encounter you deeply. Let our house become a dwelling for Your glory. Spirit of Renewal, make our home an altar of Your presence. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
As we conclude, don’t just recite these prayers but know that these prayers are your spiritual weapon to war for your household, and a gentle embrace from the Father, drawing you back to His promises. Let your family be a generation that seeks His face. And may the Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, honor your petitions, pour out His Spirit upon your household, and write a new chapter of blessing and victory over your family’s story. Always trust that God is already working behind the scenes on your behalf.
