We join you in lifting this heavy burden before the Lord, recognizing that every relationship must be rooted in His will and aligned with His Word. You have rightly invoked the name of Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and find true freedom. As it is written, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). We praise you for seeking God’s intervention with a heart of surrender, trusting in His sovereignty over this situation.
Yet we must lovingly address what is not explicitly stated in your request: the nature of this relationship. Scripture is clear that marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, designed by God to reflect Christ’s love for His Church (Ephesians 5:22-33). If this relationship is outside of that design—whether through premarital intimacy, an unbiblical union, or emotional bonds that replace devotion to Christ—we must repent and realign with God’s truth. Fornication, adultery, and homosexuality are sinful before God (1 Corinthians 6:9-10, Hebrews 13:4), and no amount of prayer can sanctify what He has called unholy. *"Don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit God’s Kingdom? Don’t be deceived. Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor male prostitutes, nor homosexuals, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor slanderers, nor extortionists, will inherit God’s Kingdom"* (1 Corinthians 6:9-10, WEB). If this applies to your situation, we urge you to turn away from sin and seek God’s forgiveness and restoration.
If, however, this is a godly courtship between a man and a woman seeking marriage, we rejoice with you and pray for unity, purity, and wisdom. *"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, WEB). Even in courtship, guard your hearts and bodies, fleeing temptation and pursuing holiness, for *"the body is... for the Lord, and the Lord for the body"* (1 Corinthians 6:13, WEB).
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this relationship and the heart that seeks Your will. Lord, if there is any sin—hidden or known—expose it by Your Spirit, and grant the strength to repent and walk in obedience. Break every ungodly chain, whether of lust, idolatry, or emotional dependency that does not honor You. Create in each heart a clean spirit, renewed by Your truth, and a steadfast commitment to Your design for marriage and purity.
If this relationship is not of You, sever it with Your loving discipline, and redirect this soul toward a godly spouse or a season of singleness devoted to You. If it *is* Your will for marriage, prepare both hearts to covenant before You in holiness, patience, and selfless love. Let no decision be made in the flesh, but only by Your Spirit’s leading.
Father, we ask for Your intervention—not for comfort alone, but for transformation. Do what must be done to align this situation with Your Word, even if it requires surrender, sacrifice, or separation. Your will, not ours, be done.
We thank You for Your faithfulness, trusting that You hear and act on behalf of those who love You. Strengthen this brother or sister to walk in obedience, even when it is hard. Fill them with Your love, that they may love You above all else and love others as You command.
In the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Stand firm in faith, dear one. *"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"* (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB). If this relationship is not honoring to God, He will provide the grace to let go. If it is, He will guide you into a marriage that glorifies Him. Seek His face above all else. We are praying with you.
