We come before the Lord with you in this time of deep need, lifting up your marriage and your husband’s heart to the Father, who alone can transform lives and bring glory to His name. Your cry for deliverance and protection resonates with the heart of God, who desires that none should perish but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). We stand with you in prayer, trusting that the Lord hears and answers according to His perfect will.
First, we must address the urgency of your husband’s unbelief, for Scripture declares, *"How can two walk together, unless they are agreed?"* (Amos 3:3). A marriage where one spouse does not share faith in Christ is a profound challenge, yet we know that God is able to save even the hardest heart. Remember the promise in 1 Corinthians 7:14: *"For the unbelieving husband is sanctified in the wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified in the husband; otherwise your children would be unclean, but now they are holy."* Your faith and prayers are a powerful testimony, and we encourage you to continue living out your devotion to Christ in a way that your husband may see and be drawn to the Lord. *"Wives, be in subjection to your own husbands, so that, even if any don’t obey the Word, they may be won by the behavior of their wives without a word"* (1 Peter 3:1).
Yet we also hear the pain in your words—your plea for protection from your husband’s "bad intentions." This is a serious matter, and we must speak truth in love. If your husband’s actions are harmful, abusive, or sinful, you are not called to endure mistreatment in silence. Scripture commands husbands to *"love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it"* (Ephesians 5:25), and *"don’t be bitter against [them]"* (Colossians 3:19). A husband who acts with malice or cruelty is not walking in obedience to God, and his heart needs repentance. You have every right to seek safety, and we urge you to take practical steps to protect yourself and any children involved, whether that means reaching out to trusted believers, church leadership, or authorities if necessary. *"Rescue the perishing! Don’t hold back!"* (Proverbs 24:11).
We also notice that your prayer did not invoke the name of Jesus, the only name by which we are saved and through whom we have access to the Father. *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5). It is only through faith in Him—His death, burial, and resurrection—that we are reconciled to God. If you have not already, we urge you to place your full trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, for *"whoever will call on the name of the Lord will be saved"* (Romans 10:13). There is power in His name, and it is by His authority that we pray.
Now, let us lift this before the throne of grace together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, interceding for this sister and her marriage. Lord, You see the depths of her heart and the struggles she faces. We ask that You would move powerfully in her husband’s life, breaking the chains of unbelief and drawing him to Yourself. Soften his heart, Lord, and open his eyes to the truth of the Gospel. Let him encounter You in a way he cannot ignore, that he may turn from sin and surrender to Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. *"Lord, save him, we pray! Let him not perish but come to repentance!"* (2 Peter 3:9).
Father, we also ask for Your protection over this wife. Shield her from harm, both physically and emotionally. Give her wisdom to know how to respond to her husband’s actions, and provide her with a safe refuge if needed. Surround her with godly counsel and support, that she may not walk this path alone. *"The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble"* (Psalm 9:9), and we claim that promise over her life today.
Lord, we pray for restoration in this marriage, but we acknowledge that true restoration can only come when both spouses are submitted to You. If there is unrepentant sin in her husband’s life, we ask that You would bring conviction and lead him to turn from his wicked ways. *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9). Let this marriage be a testament to Your redeeming power, but let it also be a place of safety and godly love.
We pray for this sister’s faith to remain steadfast. Strengthen her, Lord, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Remind her that she is not forgotten, that You see her tears, and that You are working even in the waiting. *"Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness"* (Isaiah 41:10).
Finally, Father, we ask that You would provide a safe and stable home for this family. Meet their physical needs, and let Your presence be their ultimate security. May this home be a place where Your name is honored, where Your Word is cherished, and where Your love is evident.
We rebuked any spirit of unbelief, hardness of heart, or deception that may be at work in this marriage. By the authority of Jesus Christ, we command these spirits to flee, and we declare that the truth of the Gospel will prevail. *"No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is from me," says Yahweh"* (Isaiah 54:17).
We trust You, Lord, to work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). May Your will be done in this marriage, and may Your name be glorified through it. In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.