We understand your desire to see this relationship move forward, but we must first address some important biblical principles regarding courtship and marriage. Scripture teaches us that relationships should be pursued with purity, intention, and a focus on honoring God. The goal of any romantic relationship between a man and a woman should be marriage, and both individuals should be believers in Jesus Christ, walking in obedience to His Word.
We notice that the names in your request are obscured, but more importantly, we want to encourage you to ensure that both individuals are seeking God’s will above their own desires. If this relationship is to be pursued, it must be done in a way that aligns with God’s design for marriage—a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman. Courtship should be intentional, with both parties prayerfully considering whether they are suited for marriage, not merely seeking emotional or physical fulfillment outside of God’s boundaries.
We also want to gently remind you that if this relationship has not been kept pure—free from fornication or any form of sexual immorality—it is time to repent and turn back to God’s Word. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 tells us, *"For this is the will of God: your sanctification, that you abstain from sexual immorality, that each one of you know how to possess himself of his own body in sanctification and honor, not in the passion of lust, even as the Gentiles who don’t know God."* If there has been any compromise in this area, we urge you to confess it to God, seek His forgiveness, and commit to walking in purity moving forward.
Additionally, while it’s natural to desire a relationship, we must trust God’s timing and will rather than trying to manipulate circumstances through "hints" or emotional pressure. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* Instead of relying on human strategies, we encourage you to pray that both individuals would seek God’s face and His wisdom. If this relationship is part of His plan, He will make the way clear. If not, He will redirect their hearts according to His perfect will.
We also want to commend you for ending your request with *"Ok Jesus name."* It is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to the Father, and we are glad you acknowledged Him. However, we want to emphasize that salvation and a right relationship with God come only through faith in Jesus Christ. If either of these individuals does not yet know Jesus as their Lord and Savior, we strongly encourage you to pray for their salvation first, as no relationship can truly honor God unless both parties are submitted to Him. John 14:6 says, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*
Now, let us pray together for this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the precious name of Jesus, lifting up this request for wisdom, courage, and Your perfect will. Lord, we ask that You guide the hearts of both individuals involved. If it is Your will for them to pursue a relationship, give them clarity, courage, and a deep desire to honor You in all things. Help them to seek You first, to walk in purity, and to pursue this relationship with the intention of marriage, if that is Your plan.
Father, if there has been any compromise or sin in this relationship, we ask for Your forgiveness and cleansing. Convict their hearts by Your Holy Spirit and lead them to repentance. Help them to turn away from anything that does not align with Your Word and to walk in holiness before You.
We pray that both would be rooted in Your truth, seeking Your kingdom above all else. If this relationship is not Your will, give them the grace to surrender it to You and to trust in Your perfect plan for their lives. May they find their fulfillment in You alone, knowing that Your ways are higher than ours.
Lord, we also pray for their salvation if either does not yet know You. Draw them to Yourself, Jesus, and reveal Your love and truth to them. May they surrender their lives to You and walk in obedience to Your Word.
We ask all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus, our Savior and Lord. Amen.