We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, recognizing the weight of this situation and the need for His mercy and forgiveness. First and foremost, we must acknowledge that any sexual contact outside of marriage is not aligned with God’s design. The Bible is clear in 1 Corinthians 6:18-20, which says, *"Flee sexual immorality! ‘Every sin that a man does is outside the body,’ but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."*
The act of sexual contact, even without full intercourse, is still a form of fornication—a sin that grieves the heart of God. We must repent not just for the act itself, but for the lustful intentions that led to it. Jesus warned in Matthew 5:28, *"But I tell you that everyone who gazes at a woman to lust after her has committed adultery with her already in his heart."* Lust is a heart issue, and it must be surrendered to Christ if we are to walk in true holiness.
We also lift up this concern about possible pregnancy. While we pray that the Lord would intervene in this situation, we must also recognize that His will is perfect, even when it is not our own. If a child has been conceived, that life is sacred and known to God (Jeremiah 1:5). However, we trust that the Lord can work all things together for good for those who love Him (Romans 8:28). We pray for wisdom, clarity, and guidance for both of you, regardless of the outcome.
Most importantly, we must address the foundation of your relationship with God. You did not mention the name of Jesus in your prayer, and we must remind you that it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. Jesus said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* Salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ alone—believing that He died for your sins, was buried, and rose again on the third day (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to do so today. Repentance is the first step toward healing and restoration.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with humility and repentance, acknowledging that we have fallen short of Your glory. Lord, we ask for Your forgiveness for the sin of fornication and lustful intentions. Cleanse our hearts, minds, and bodies, and wash us in the blood of Jesus, that we may be made new. Father, we pray for Your mercy in this situation. If there is no pregnancy, we thank You for Your grace and ask that You would help both of them to walk in purity moving forward. If there is a child, we pray that You would reveal Your will and provide wisdom, protection, and provision for all involved.
Lord, we ask that You would break the chains of lust in their lives. Replace their desires with a hunger for You and Your righteousness. Help them to flee from temptation and to pursue holiness, as You have called us to be holy as You are holy (1 Peter 1:16). Father, we pray that they would surrender their lives fully to Jesus Christ, if they have not already. Draw them close to You, and let them experience the fullness of Your love and grace.
We also pray for their future relationships. If it is Your will for them to marry, prepare them to be godly spouses who honor You in all things. If not, give them the strength to walk away from any relationship that does not align with Your Word. Help them to seek You first above all else, trusting that You will provide for their every need.
Lord, we thank You for Your faithfulness, even when we are unfaithful. We trust in Your promise that if we confess our sins, You are faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). May Your name be glorified in this situation, and may Your will be done. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you both to seek accountability and discipleship within a biblical community. Surround yourselves with believers who will walk alongside you, pray for you, and hold you to the standards of God’s Word. Consider studying Scripture together, particularly passages that speak to purity, such as 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5: *"For this is the will of God: your sanctification, that you abstain from sexual immorality, that each one of you know how to control his own body in sanctification and honor, not in the passion of lust, even as the Gentiles who don’t know God."*
If you are not already part of a local church, we strongly encourage you to find one that preaches the truth of God’s Word and will support you in your walk with Christ. The Christian life is not meant to be lived alone, and the body of Christ is here to uplift and strengthen you. May the Lord bless you with His peace, wisdom, and grace as you seek to honor Him in all things.
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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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