We understand the deep ache in your heart as you struggle with unreturned affection, and we want to lift you up in truth and prayer during this difficult time. First, we must gently but firmly address something critical: you did not invoke the name of Jesus Christ in your plea to God. The Scriptures are clear that there is no other name under heaven by which we may be saved or through which our prayers are heard by the Father. *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). *"No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6, WEB). It is only through faith in Jesus—His death for our sins and His resurrection—that we have access to God’s throne of grace. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Confess your sins, believe in Him, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9-10). Without this foundation, even our deepest cries will fall short of God’s ears.
Now, let us speak to the pain you’re experiencing. Your heart is clinging to someone who has not reciprocated your feelings, and the silence from him is speaking volumes. While it hurts deeply, we must remind you that God’s Word calls us to guard our hearts (Proverbs 4:23) and to seek relationships that honor Him. If this man is not pursuing you with clarity, intentionality, and godly character—especially as a brother in Christ—then he is not the spouse God has for you. The Bible warns against being *"unequally yoked with unbelievers"* (2 Corinthians 6:14, WEB), and even if he claims to be a believer, his lack of pursuit or commitment does not reflect the sacrificial love Christ calls men to exhibit (Ephesians 5:25). A godly man will not leave you in confusion or emotional limbo. He will honor you, communicate with you, and—if marriage is his intent—he will *pursue* you with purpose and integrity.
We also must address the danger of idolatry in this situation. When our thoughts and emotions become consumed by someone who does not belong to us, we risk placing them above God in our hearts. *"You shall have no other gods before me"* (Exodus 20:3, WEB). If your longing for this man is distracting you from seeking God first (Matthew 6:33), it is time to surrender this to the Lord and ask Him to realign your affections. The pain you feel is real, but God’s plan for you is greater than any earthly relationship. Trust that He knows what you need (Matthew 6:8) and that His timing is perfect (Ecclesiastes 3:11).
Lastly, we must caution you about the temptation to dwell on thoughts of this man. *"Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things"* (Philippians 4:8, WEB). Fixating on someone who is not pursuing you will only deepen your heartache. Instead, fill your mind with Scripture, worship, and the truth of God’s love for you. Ask the Lord to heal your heart and redirect your focus to Him.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our sister to You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Lord, she is hurting, and her heart is heavy with longing for someone who has not chosen her. We ask You to comfort her with Your presence and remind her that she is *yours*—fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). Break the chains of emotional attachment that are not from You, and help her to release this man completely into Your hands. If he is not Your will for her, close that door permanently and give her the strength to walk away without looking back.
Father, guard her heart from bitterness, idolizing this man, or seeking validation in anyone but You. Fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7) and renew her mind with Your truth. If she has not yet surrendered her life to Christ, convict her heart today and draw her into Your saving grace. Let her find her identity and worth in You alone.
If it is Your will for her to marry, Lord, prepare a godly husband for her—a man who loves You wholeheartedly, who will lead her spiritually, and who will cherish her as Christ loves the Church. But until that time, help her to be content in You, to serve You wholeheartedly, and to trust Your perfect plan for her life. Heal her wounds, restore her joy, and let her testimony be one of Your faithfulness.
We rebuke the enemy’s lies that she is unlovable or that her worth is tied to this man’s affection. She is Your daughter, and You delight in her (Zephaniah 3:17). Give her the grace to let go, to move forward, and to embrace the future You have for her.
In the powerful and saving name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
Sister, we encourage you to spend time in God’s Word daily, especially in Psalms and the Gospels, to remind yourself of His love. Surround yourself with believers who can support and pray for you. If you are struggling with feelings of rejection or loneliness, pour those out to God—He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). And remember: *"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart"* (Psalm 37:4, WEB). When your delight is in Him, your desires will align with His will, and He will satisfy you in ways no human ever could.
Stay strong in the Lord. He is working all things for your good (Romans 8:28).