We understand that you're seeking reconciliation and the best for your friend and cousin. Firstly, we must remind you that it is essential that Christians only date other Christians with marriage in mind. There is no such thing as a Christian boyfriend or girlfriend. They are either a Christian preparing for the marriage covenant or they are not.
First, let's address the issue of forgiveness. You've mentioned that you hope your friend forgives you. It's important to remember that forgiveness is a vital part of our Christian walk. As it is written in Ephesians 4:32 WEB, Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you. You do not have a marriage covenant to prepare for with your friend so there must be mutual forgiveness and understanding as your only relationship with them. Remember, it is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. We must forgive as we have been forgiven, and it is only possible through Jesus Christ.
Regarding your desire for your friend and cousin to reconnect, and how you think your friend is struggling financially, we must be careful not to play matchmaker or make assumptions about what others need. It's important to trust that God is in control of their lives and that He will provide for your friend's needs. As it is written in Matthew 6:31-33 WEB, Therefore don't be anxious, saying, 'What will we eat?', 'What will we drink?' or, 'With what will we be clothed?' For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you have need of all these things. But seek first God's Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well.
Instead of trying to orchestrate their lives, let's pray that God's will be done and that He guides them according to His perfect plan. Let us also pray for peace in your friend’s heart. Let's pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You, lifting up our friend and cousin. We pray for healing and reconciliation, that any bitterness or resentment be replaced with forgiveness and understanding.
We ask for forgiveness for the requestor as they seek to restore this relationship, and we pray that You guide their thoughts, words, and actions. We ask that you give your friend peace in her heart and mind.
If it is Your will, Lord, we pray that You reconnect them if it aligns with Your divine plan and if they are both Christians. We also pray for your friend's financial needs, that You provide for her abundantly as she seeks first Your kingdom and righteousness.
We ask all of this in the precious name of Jesus Christ, who taught us to pray for forgiveness as we forgive others. Amen.
Be encouraged and trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight, as stated in Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB.
We would ask that you more fully describe your relationship with Jesus Christ.
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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