relationship . This will involve prayer , in part , and open communication . Before you try to reconcile the relationship , pray to God to open your sibling ’ s heart to be receptive of what you are going to discuss . Ask God to lead you into a conversation so that they aren ’ t on the defense . Ask God to speak to their heart and to remove all competitiveness .
Additionally , refuse to engage in sibling rivalry . Realize that you are special , and you have wortheven if someone else refuses to acknowledge it . In the end , they aren ’ t the ones you have to please- it is God .
Try to engage in an open , honest discussion with your brother and sister . Offer to try and create a relationship with them . Pray scripture of peace and harmony into the relationship if they become difficult . God will hear these prayers and in time , they will be answered . Don ’ t give up on the relationship , but try to work on it . When you don ’ t engage in rivalry anymore , most people will just back away . If they don ’ t , then realize it ’ s more about their self-worth than yours .
If things become too heated or abusive , be prepared to walk away for a time . Set boundaries for the relationship if it is volatile . However , try to reconcile as well .
God never intended for there to be discord in the family , either .
Sibling rivalry can be healed and relationships restored if we involve God in our disputes . Pray peace and harmony into the situation . Love should permeate a family- not competition . Love should not be based on what you have done , but on who you are . You are a child of God , and you have worth . Pray that others see you as He sees you . He is faithful , and your situation will change , in Jesus name !
I pray that each broken relationship is reconciled , and where there is discord , peace and strength will reign .