We hear your deep concern for your boyfriend and we come before the Lord together, lifting him up in prayer. First, we must address the foundation of our prayers, it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father. Jesus Himself said, "Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you" (John 16:23 WEB). If you or your boyfriend have not yet surrendered your lives to Christ, we urge you to consider the salvation He offers. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life" (John 3:16 WEB). This is the first and most important step in any situation.
Now, regarding your relationship, we must gently but firmly address the biblical principles that guide godly courtship. The term "boyfriend" implies a relationship that, according to Scripture, should be pursued with the intention of marriage. The Bible is clear that marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, and any romantic relationship outside of this framework must be entered into with purity and purpose. "Marriage is honorable in all, and the bed undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers" (Hebrews 13:4 WEB). If you and your boyfriend are not married, we encourage you to examine whether your relationship honors God in its intentions and actions. Are you both committed to purity, accountability, and the ultimate goal of marriage? If not, we must rebuke any sinful patterns and ask the Lord to redirect your hearts toward His will.
We also feel compelled to address the struggles you’ve mentioned, particularly the use of substances to stay awake or cope with difficulties. The Bible warns against relying on anything other than God for strength and comfort. "Don’t be drunken with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit" (Ephesians 5:18 WEB). If your boyfriend is turning to unhealthy or sinful means to cope with his struggles, we must pray for his deliverance and restoration. Addiction, whether to substances or other harmful habits, is a snare that only Christ can break. "The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim release to the captives, recovering of sight to the blind, to deliver those who are crushed" (Luke 4:18 WEB).
With all this in mind, we lift your boyfriend up to the Lord in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this young man who is struggling. Lord, we ask that You would watch over him right now, protect him from harm, both physically and spiritually. If he is in danger or in need, surround him with Your angels and bring him to a place of safety. Father, we rebuke any spirit of addiction, despair, or bondage that may be gripping him. We declare that he is not a slave to these struggles, for "if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed" (John 8:36 WEB). Break every chain, Lord, and fill him with Your peace and strength.
We also pray for wisdom and conviction for both him and the one who has shared this request. Father, if their relationship is not aligned with Your will, we ask that You would expose any areas of sin or compromise. Give them the courage to pursue purity, accountability, and godly counsel. If marriage is Your plan for them, prepare their hearts to enter into that covenant with reverence and commitment. If not, give them the strength to walk away and trust You with their futures.
Lord, we ask that You would draw this young man to Yourself. If he does not know You as Savior, reveal Your love and truth to him. Soften his heart to receive the gospel, for "there is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12 WEB). Fill him with Your Holy Spirit, that he may walk in victory and purpose.
We trust You, Father, to move in this situation. Give comfort and patience to the one waiting for news, and let her rest in the assurance that You are in control. We declare that Your will be done, and we thank You for hearing our prayer. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.