Family restoration is a powerful journey of healing, unity, and renewal, often rooted in faith and prayer.
These prayers each paired with scripture is designed to guide and uplift families as they seek reconciliation and strength in their bonds.
Whether facing challenges of division, misunderstanding, or loss, these prayers aim to inspire hope and bring families closer together under the grace and love of God.
30 Prayers for Family Restoration
1. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” (ESV)
Heavenly Father, we place our trust in You as we seek to restore our family. Teach us to rely on Your wisdom and not our own understanding.
Guide us in every step as we work through conflicts and misunderstandings, trusting that You will straighten our paths and strengthen our bonds.
2. Colossians 3:13
“Bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.” (ESV)
Lord, soften our hearts toward one another, and help us bear with each other in love.
Teach us to forgive as You have forgiven us, so that healing and reconciliation may flow freely within our family. Let the power of forgiveness be the foundation of our restoration.
3. Ephesians 4:31-32
“Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” (ESV)
Father, cleanse our hearts from all bitterness, anger, and malice. Replace these with kindness and tenderheartedness, as we choose to forgive one another in the same way You have forgiven us.
Restore harmony and tenderness in our family relationships.
4. Psalm 133:1
“Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” (ESV)
Lord, we pray for unity in our family. Bring us together under Your love, making us one in heart and mind. Help us cherish the joy and beauty of living in harmony with one another, reflecting Your perfect unity.
5. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (ESV)
Gracious God, we lay our family burdens at Your feet. Replace our anxieties with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Guard our hearts and minds with Your love as we rebuild trust and connection within our family.
6. Romans 12:10
“Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.” (ESV)
Heavenly Father, teach us to love one another with genuine affection and honor.
Help us prioritize each other’s well-being above our own, fostering respect and understanding in our family. Let love be the cornerstone of our restoration.
7. Galatians 6:2
“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” (ESV)
Lord, help us bear each other’s burdens with compassion and understanding. Strengthen us to support one another in times of difficulty, showing the love and grace of Christ in our family relationships.
8. James 1:19
“Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.” (ESV)
Father, give us hearts that are quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger. Grant us the humility to understand each other better and the patience to work through conflicts lovingly and calmly.
9. Matthew 5:9
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” (ESV)
Lord, make us peacemakers within our family, striving for harmony and reconciliation. Bless our efforts to mend broken relationships and reflect Your peace in our interactions with one another.
10. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (ESV)
Heavenly Father, remind us that You are always with us, even in the midst of family struggles.
Strengthen and uphold us with Your righteous hand as we work toward restoration and healing. Fill us with courage and hope through Your unfailing presence.
11. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.” (ESV)
Father, remind us to love each other as You have taught us. Let patience, kindness, and selflessness fill our hearts so that we can rebuild our family with the foundation of Your perfect love.
12. Isaiah 58:12
“And your ancient ruins shall be rebuilt; you shall raise up the foundations of many generations; you shall be called the repairer of the breach, the restorer of streets to dwell in.” (ESV)
Lord, make us instruments of restoration in our family. Help us repair what is broken and lay strong foundations for future generations. May our home be a place of peace and healing.
13. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (ESV)
Heavenly Father, we turn to You in our time of need. Be our refuge and source of strength as we navigate the challenges within our family. Help us find comfort and courage in Your presence.
14. Micah 6:8
“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” (ESV)
Lord, teach us to act with justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with You. Let these virtues guide our family as we seek reconciliation and restoration.
15. Matthew 18:20
“For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” (ESV)
Jesus, we gather in Your name and invite Your presence into our family. Dwell among us and lead us toward unity and peace. Strengthen our bonds and help us feel Your love in our midst.
16. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” (ESV)
Father, we trust in Your plans for our family. Fill us with hope and assurance that You are working all things together for our good as we work toward restoration and healing.
17. Proverbs 15:1
“A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” (ESV)
Lord, help us speak with gentle words that build bridges rather than walls. Teach us the power of kindness and humility in our conversations so that peace may reign in our family.
18. 2 Corinthians 5:18
“All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.” (ESV)
Heavenly Father, thank You for reconciling us to Yourself through Christ. Help us carry out the ministry of reconciliation within our family, healing broken relationships through Your grace and love.
19. Hebrews 10:24-25
“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” (ESV)
Lord, inspire us to encourage and uplift one another. Teach us to come together in love, supporting each other in our family restoration journey and spurring one another toward good works.
20. Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.” (ESV)
Father, we rejoice knowing You are in our midst. Save our family and quiet our hearts with Your love. May Your joy and gladness be the source of strength and restoration for us all.
21. 2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” (ESV)
Lord, we humble ourselves before You, seeking Your face in prayer. Forgive us for the ways we have fallen short, and heal the brokenness within our family. May Your grace restore us to unity and peace.
22. Romans 15:5-6
“May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (ESV)
Father, grant us the endurance and encouragement we need to live in harmony with one another. Unite us as one voice to glorify You, reflecting the love and grace of Jesus in our family.
23. 1 Peter 3:8
“Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind.” (ESV)
Lord, help us to embody unity, sympathy, and love within our family. Give us tender hearts and humble minds, so that we may treat one another with compassion and care as we seek restoration.
24. John 13:34-35
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (ESV)
Jesus, teach us to love one another as You have loved us. Let our love for each other reflect Your perfect example, drawing our family closer and inspiring others by Your grace.
25. Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” (ESV)
Father, we turn to You in our brokenness. Draw near to our family, heal our wounds, and restore our hearts. Lift our crushed spirits and fill us with hope as we work toward unity.
26. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
“Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up!” (ESV)
Lord, strengthen the bonds within our family so that we may lift each other up in times of need. Help us recognize the value of togetherness and the joy that comes from supporting one another.
27. Hebrews 12:14
“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.” (ESV)
Lord, help us strive for peace within our family. Give us the humility and patience to resolve conflicts, and guide us in holiness as we reflect Your love in our relationships.
28. Zechariah 4:6
“Then he said to me, ‘This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts.'” (ESV)
Lord, remind us that true restoration is not achieved by our might or power but by Your Spirit. Fill our hearts with Your presence, and guide us as we rebuild our family through Your strength.
29. Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” (ESV)
Holy Spirit, cultivate in us the fruits of love, joy, peace, and patience. Let these qualities flourish within our family, transforming us and bringing healing to our relationships.
30. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” (ESV)
Jesus, we embrace the peace You have given us. Calm our troubled hearts and drive out fear as we work toward reconciliation. May Your peace reign in our family and guide us forward.
Conclusion
Family restoration is a deeply transformative process that thrives on faith, patience, and love. Through prayer and the guidance of scripture, families can rebuild trust, heal wounds, and nurture unity.
As you embrace these prayers and scriptures, may they serve as a source of hope, strength, and divine intervention, leading your family toward renewed harmony and lasting peace.