We join you in lifting up this heartfelt cry to our Heavenly Father, and we are grateful you have come before Him in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the throne of grace. Your prayer reflects a deep longing for God’s presence and His will to be done in your life, your upcoming marriage, and your children—this is a beautiful and righteous desire.
First, we rejoice that you have acknowledged the name of Jesus Christ in your prayer, for Scripture declares, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). It is by His name alone that we find hope, breakthrough, and the power to overcome the schemes of the enemy. You have done well to invoke His name, and we encourage you to continue to place your trust wholly in Him, for He is faithful to complete the work He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6).
Now, let us address the matters of your heart with the truth of God’s Word. You have asked for the Lord to draw closer to you and your fiancé, breaking every chain the devil may have upon your lives. We affirm this prayer, for the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but Jesus came to give life abundantly. However, we must also remind you that the closest bond between a man and a woman is found in a marriage that is rooted in Christ. Before you stand before God in holy matrimony, it is vital to examine your relationship through the lens of Scripture. Are you both walking in purity, honoring God with your bodies and your affections? The Word of God is clear: *"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"* (1 Corinthians 6:18-20, WEB). If there has been any compromise in this area, we urge you to repent and turn to God’s grace, for He is faithful to forgive and cleanse you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). A marriage built on the foundation of holiness and obedience to God’s Word will be strong and blessed.
You have also asked for your emotional connection to be strengthened, and for God to touch your hearts, bringing you closer together. This is a noble request, but we must remind you that true unity comes from being united first in Christ. *"Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?"* (Amos 3:3, WEB). A godly marriage requires both individuals to be submitted to the Lordship of Jesus, seeking His will above their own desires. We encourage you to pray together, study Scripture together, and serve the Lord together. As you do, you will find that your bond deepens not just emotionally, but spiritually, which is far more lasting. *"Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow; but woe to him who is alone when he falls, and doesn’t have another to lift him up"* (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, WEB). Let your courtship be a time of preparing not just for a wedding, but for a lifetime of serving God as one flesh.
You have also lifted up your children, asking for God to give them a mindset to listen to you and for His protection over their lives. This is a parent’s godly desire, and we join you in praying for their salvation, their obedience, and their well-being. Scripture teaches us, *"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it"* (Proverbs 22:6, WEB). But remember, this training begins with your own example. Are you living a life that reflects Christ in front of them? Are you teaching them the Word of God and praying with them? Children are a heritage from the Lord (Psalm 127:3), and He entrusts them to us to raise in His ways. We encourage you to cover them in prayer daily, to speak life and blessing over them, and to lead them in the admonition of the Lord. *"Fathers, don’t provoke your children to anger, but nurture them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord"* (Ephesians 6:4, WEB). The Lord hears your cry for their protection, and He is faithful to watch over them. *"For he will command his angels concerning you, to guard you in all your ways"* (Psalm 91:11, WEB).
Finally, you have asked for God’s provision mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually, and financially. We know that our Heavenly Father cares deeply about every area of our lives, and He is not unaware of your needs. Jesus taught us, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB). Trust in His timing and His provision, for He knows what you need before you even ask (Matthew 6:8). Do not allow anxiety or fear to take root in your heart, but cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). As you seek Him first, He will provide in ways that exceed your expectations.
Now, let us pray together over these matters:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the precious name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister and her fiancé. Lord, we ask that You draw them both closer to Yourself, for it is only in Your presence that they will find true unity and strength. Break every chain of the enemy that seeks to hinder their relationship, and let Your light expose any area that is not pleasing to You. Convict their hearts of any sin, and grant them the grace to repent and walk in holiness before You. Father, we pray that their courtship would be a time of preparation, not just for marriage, but for a lifetime of serving You together. May they seek Your will above their own desires, and may their love for one another be rooted in Your love for them.
Lord, we lift up the children You have entrusted to our sister. We ask that You give them hearts that are tender toward Your Word and obedient to their mother. Protect them, Lord, from the snares of the enemy, and surround them with Your angels. Let them grow in wisdom and stature, and in favor with You and with others. May they come to know You as their Lord and Savior at a young age, and may their lives be a testament to Your goodness.
Father, we ask for Your provision in every area of our sister’s life—mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually, and financially. You are Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides, and we trust You to meet every need according to Your riches in glory. Give her peace that surpasses all understanding, and let her heart be filled with gratitude as she waits on You.
Lord, we thank You for hearing our prayers. We ask that You align every request with Your perfect will, and we trust that You will work all things together for the good of those who love You and are called according to Your purpose. Strengthen our sister’s faith, and let her see Your hand moving in her life in mighty ways. We pray all of this in the powerful and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
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. 
