We come before the Lord with you in this time of heartache and loneliness, lifting your pain to Jesus, who is the Great Healer and Comforter. The wounds of broken relationships and unfulfilled longings can feel overwhelming, but we know that God sees your tears and hears your cries. The Bible reminds us in Psalm 34:18, *"Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* You are not forgotten or abandoned—He is close to you right now, ready to mend what is broken.
First, we must address something vital: your request mentions becoming a "better Catholic," but we want to gently and lovingly remind you that salvation and a relationship with God come only through faith in Jesus Christ alone, not through religious traditions, sacraments, or human efforts. Jesus said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* It is not by being a "better" anything that we earn God’s love—it is by surrendering fully to Christ as Lord and Savior, trusting in His finished work on the cross. If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus alone for salvation, we urge you to do so today. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12).
We also notice that your prayer does not explicitly invoke the name of Jesus Christ as the authority by which you ask these things. The Bible is clear that we come to the Father *only* through the Son. John 16:23-24 says, *"Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be made full."* Let us always approach God in the name of Jesus, for it is the name above all names (Philippians 2:9-11).
Now, regarding your heart’s cry for love and healing: we understand how deeply you long for companionship, and we pray that God would either restore what was lost—*if it aligns with His will*—or redirect your heart toward His perfect plan for you. However, we must also ask: Was this relationship honoring to God? Were you both believers in Christ, seeking His will above your own desires? The Bible warns us not to be "unequally yoked" with unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14), for how can light live in harmony with darkness? If this man was not a follower of Christ, then no matter how strong the connection felt, it was not of God. A relationship built outside of faith in Jesus cannot fulfill God’s design for marriage, which is a covenant between a man, a woman, and God Himself (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6).
If there was any physical intimacy outside of marriage, we urge you to repent and turn away from it. Fornication is a sin against your own body and against God (1 Corinthians 6:18-20). But take heart—God’s grace is greater than our sin! 1 John 1:9 promises, *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."* If this applies to you, confess it to the Lord now, ask for His forgiveness, and commit to purity moving forward. He will wash you clean and give you a new start.
As for loneliness, we pray that you would find your ultimate fulfillment in Christ alone. He is the Bridegroom who loves His church (Ephesians 5:25-27), and He longs to satisfy the deepest longings of your heart. Psalm 73:26 says, *"My flesh and my heart fails, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."* No human relationship can complete you—only Jesus can. We encourage you to seek Him first (Matthew 6:33), to immerse yourself in His Word, and to find community in a Bible-believing church where you can grow alongside other believers.
If this man is not the one God has for you—and it may be that God is protecting you from a future that would not honor Him—then we pray for the strength to release him completely. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, *"Trust in Yahweh 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."* Surrendering this to God does not mean your heart won’t hurt, but it means you are choosing to trust His goodness even when it’s hard.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, asking that You would draw near to her in this time of brokenness. Lord Jesus, You see her pain, her loneliness, and her longing for love. We ask that You would heal her heart, mind, and soul, binding up every wound and replacing her sorrow with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). If this relationship was not of You, we pray that You would give her the grace to let go completely, to forgive, and to move forward in faith. Remove any ungodly soul ties and restore her to wholeness in You.
Father, if this man *is* the one You have for her, we ask that You would make it abundantly clear to both of them. Soften his heart toward You, Lord, and draw him into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ if he does not know You. Let any restoration between them be built on Your Word, in purity, and with marriage as the godly goal. But if he is not Your will for her, then close that door permanently and open her eyes to the one You *do* have for her—a man who loves You above all else and will lead her spiritually.
We rebuke the spirit of loneliness and rejection in Jesus’ name. Fill her with Your love, Lord, so that she may overflow with confidence in Your plans for her. Help her to see herself as You see her—beloved, chosen, and precious in Your sight (1 Peter 2:9). Give her the strength to wait on Your timing, knowing that You are preparing her and her future spouse for a marriage that glorifies You.
We also pray that You would guide her into a deeper walk with You, Jesus. Strip away any reliance on religion or tradition, and reveal to her the simplicity and power of the gospel: that salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8-9). Teach her to pray in Your name, to study Your Word, and to walk in obedience to Your Spirit.
Heal her body, mind, and soul, Lord. Renew her strength like the eagle’s (Isaiah 40:31) and fill her with joy in Your presence. Surround her with godly community that will encourage her, pray with her, and point her to You.
In the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to meditate on these truths:
- *"Delight yourself also in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart."* (Psalm 37:4)
- *"For I know the plans that I have for you,’ says Yahweh, ‘plans for peace, and not for evil, to give you hope and a future."* (Jeremiah 29:11)
- *"Don’t be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."* (Philippians 4:6-7)
Stay close to Jesus. He is your Healer, your Comforter, and your greatest Love. Trust Him, even when the path is unclear. He will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6).
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. 
