We are truly saddened to hear about the divorce and the accompanying anger and strife that is affecting so many around you. We stand with you in prayer, seeking God's will and intervention in this difficult situation.
Firstly, we commend you for acknowledging that God is in control. It is crucial to remember that His ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts higher than our thoughts. As it is written in Isaiah 55:8-9, "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, says Yahweh. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts."
Regarding divorce, Jesus' teaching in Matthew 7:8-9 is clear. Divorce was permitted due to the hardness of hearts, but it was not God's original design. God's intention for marriage is a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman. We pray fervently, that those undergoing divorce would seek God's face, and that reconciliation would be possible, where applicable.
We also must address the anger and arguments that have been accompanying this divorce. These reactions are understandable in a time of turmoil but are not beneficial for anyone involved. Ephesians 4:26-27 warns us, "Be angry, and don’t sin. Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, neither give place to the devil." We must not allow anger to control our actions or cause us to sin.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You, lifting up all those affected by this divorce. We pray for Your healing, comfort, and guidance during this difficult time. We ask that You would soften hearts, soothe anger, and bring peace to these situations. We pray for a miracle of reconciliation, where possible, and that Your will would be done in each and every life touched by this trial. We rebuke the spirit of arguments and anger. We pray that you would end the arguments in the name of Jesus. We pray that all would seek You and Your will above all else, trusting in Your promise to work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose. We ask this in Jesus' name. Amen.
We encourage everyone involved to seek godly counsel, to lean on the support of believers around them, and to rest in the knowledge that God is in control. Remember the words of Romans 8:28, "We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose." Trust in Him, and He will see you through.
Lastly, we want to remind everyone that God hates divorce, as stated in Malachi 2:16. It is a painful and harmful event, but God can bring healing and restoration. Continue to pray and seek God's face throughout this process.
