We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up those who are walking through the painful valley of breakups or divorce. This is a time of deep sorrow, confusion, and even anger, but we know that our God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Let us first acknowledge that marriage is a sacred covenant before God, designed to reflect the relationship between Christ and His church (Ephesians 5:22-33). When that covenant is broken, whether through unfaithfulness, abandonment, or other sins, the pain is profound because it was never God’s design for His children to be separated.
If you are the one who has been sinned against, we grieve with you. The betrayal, the rejection, the brokenness—it cuts deep, and we pray that the Lord would bind up your wounds (Psalm 147:3). You did not deserve this, and yet we know that even in this, God can work for your good (Romans 8:28). If you are the one who has sinned—whether through infidelity, hardness of heart, or unrepentant behavior—we urge you to fall on your knees before the Lord. Repentance is the first step toward healing, both for yourself and for any who may have been hurt by your actions. The Lord is faithful and just to forgive us our sins if we confess them (1 John 1:9), but true repentance also means turning away from sin and seeking restoration where possible.
We must also address the reality that divorce is not God’s best for His children. Jesus Himself said, “What therefore God has joined together, let no man separate” (Matthew 19:6). However, we also recognize that in a fallen world, sin has consequences, and sometimes marriages are broken beyond repair. If you find yourself in this place, we do not condemn you, but we do urge you to seek wisdom from the Lord and godly counsel to ensure that this is truly the path He is leading you down. The Bible allows for divorce in cases of sexual immorality (Matthew 19:9) or abandonment by an unbelieving spouse (1 Corinthians 7:15), but even in these cases, reconciliation should always be pursued if possible.
If you are struggling with bitterness, anger, or unforgiveness, we pray that the Lord would soften your heart. Unforgiveness only chains you to the past, but Christ came to set you free (John 8:36). Forgiveness does not mean what happened was okay; it means you are releasing the burden to God and trusting Him to be your justice. “Bear with one another, and forgive each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also do” (Colossians 3:13).
For those who are single again, whether through divorce or the ending of a courtship, we encourage you to seek the Lord’s will for this new season. If you are desiring to remarry, pray that God would lead you to a godly spouse who loves Him above all else. “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?” (2 Corinthians 6:14). If you are not called to remarry, trust that God has a purpose for you in this season as well. Your worth is not found in your marital status but in Christ alone.
We also want to gently but firmly address any who may be considering divorce for unbiblical reasons—such as simply being unhappy, falling out of love, or pursuing someone else. The world tells us that love is a feeling, but the Bible tells us that love is a choice—a commitment to lay down our lives for another (1 Corinthians 13:4-7). If you are struggling in your marriage, we urge you to fight for it. Seek counseling, surround yourself with godly mentors, and above all, seek the Lord together. “Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the bed be undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers” (Hebrews 13:4).
To those who have walked through divorce, we want you to know that your identity is not defined by your past. You are a child of God, redeemed by the blood of Christ, and He has a future for you. “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11). If you have children, we pray that you would be a godly example to them, showing them the love and grace of Christ even in the midst of brokenness.
Let us now come before the Lord in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we lift up every heart that is aching from the pain of a broken relationship or divorce. Lord, You see their tears, You know their struggles, and You are near to them in their distress. We ask that You would pour out Your comfort and peace, reminding them that You are their refuge and strength (Psalm 46:1). For those who are walking in sin, whether through bitterness, unforgiveness, or unrepentance, we ask that You would convict their hearts and lead them to repentance. For those who have been sinned against, we pray that You would heal their wounds and restore their joy.
Father, we ask that You would give wisdom to those who are navigating the aftermath of divorce. Help them to seek Your will above all else and to surround themselves with godly counsel. For those who are single again, we pray that You would guide their steps and lead them to godly relationships if that is Your plan for them. For those who are struggling in their marriages, we ask that You would soften their hearts toward one another and help them to fight for their covenant before You.
Lord, we know that You hate divorce (Malachi 2:16), but we also know that You are a God of redemption. We pray that You would redeem every broken place, every shattered dream, and every wounded heart. Help us all to remember that our ultimate hope is not in marriage or relationships but in You alone. May we fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2).
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the One who came to heal the brokenhearted and set the captives free. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
