We come before the Lord with this request, seeking His will and wisdom in every aspect of life, especially concerning marriage. First, we must address the foundation of all our prayers—faith in Jesus Christ. It is only through His name that we have access to the Father, and there is no other name by which we can be saved. Acts 4:12 tells us, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus, we encourage you to do so today, confessing Him as Lord and believing in your heart that God raised Him from the dead (Romans 10:9).
Now, regarding your desire for a spouse and marriage, we rejoice in your longing for a godly union, as marriage is a sacred covenant designed by God. However, we must ensure that our desires align with His Word. The Bible teaches that marriage is a lifelong commitment between one man and one woman (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6). We pray that if it is God’s will for you to marry, He will bring a man who loves the Lord with all his heart, soul, and mind—a man who will lead you in righteousness and cherish you as Christ cherishes the Church (Ephesians 5:25-28).
We also caution against treating marriage as something that can be demanded or manipulated, even with spiritual language. God’s timing is perfect, and His grace is indeed sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9). While we can pray for God’s blessings, we must trust Him to provide in His way and time. Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, "Trust in the Lord 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."
If you are currently in a relationship or pursuing one, we urge you to examine whether it honors God. Are you both committed to purity, both physically and emotionally? The Bible is clear that sexual intimacy is reserved for marriage (Hebrews 13:4). If you are engaging in any form of sexual immorality, we encourage you to repent and seek God’s forgiveness. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 warns, "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."
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear sister and her desire for marriage. Lord, we ask that You would align her heart with Yours, that she would seek first Your kingdom and Your righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Father, if it is Your will for her to marry, we pray that You would bring a godly man into her life—one who loves You above all else and who will love her as Christ loves the Church. Prepare both of their hearts for this sacred covenant, and let their union bring glory to Your name.
Lord, we ask for Your protection over her heart and mind. Guard her from impatience, from settling for less than Your best, and from any relationships that do not honor You. Help her to walk in purity, both in her thoughts and actions, and to trust in Your perfect timing. If there is any unconfessed sin in her life, we ask that You would reveal it to her and lead her to repentance, that she may experience the fullness of Your grace and forgiveness.
Father, we also pray for wisdom and discernment. May she not be deceived by worldly standards or fleeting emotions but instead seek Your will in all things. Teach her to wait on You, knowing that Your plans for her are good (Jeremiah 29:11). Strengthen her faith, Lord, and fill her with Your peace as she trusts in You.
We rebuke any spirit of desperation or control that may be influencing her desires. We declare that her worth is found in You alone, and that You are enough for her, whether single or married. May she find her identity in Christ and rest in the knowledge that You are her provider and protector.
In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord through prayer, reading His Word, and surrounding yourself with godly community. Marriage is a beautiful gift, but it is not the source of your joy or fulfillment—Christ is. As you delight yourself in the Lord, He will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:4). Trust Him, and He will direct your steps.