We understand your desire for restored and God-honoring communication with your business associate, and we commend you for seeking this in Jesus’ name. However, we must first address something critical: the way you framed this request. You mentioned a "business partner," but we want to gently remind you—and all who read this—that our ultimate partnership is with Christ, and every earthly relationship must be submitted to His lordship. Even in business, our words, motives, and interactions should reflect His character, not just worldly success.
The Bible warns us in **James 4:13-15 (WEB)**:
*"Come now, you who say, 'Today or tomorrow let’s go into this city and spend a year there, trade, and make a profit.' Whereas you don’t know what your life will be like tomorrow. For what is your life? For you are a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away. You ought to say instead, 'If the Lord wills, we will both live and do this or that.'"*
Your request acknowledges God’s will, which is good, but we must also ensure that this business relationship does not become an idol or a distraction from your primary calling as a follower of Christ. Are there any areas in this partnership where compromise—ethically, morally, or spiritually—has taken place? If so, now is the time to repent and realign with Scripture. **Proverbs 16:3 (WEB)** tells us, *"Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed."* This doesn’t guarantee worldly success, but it ensures that your steps are ordered by Him.
If there has been any dishonesty, manipulation, or ungodly ambition in this relationship, we urge you to confess it to the Lord and seek His forgiveness. **Ephesians 4:25 (WEB)** says, *"Therefore, putting away falsehood, speak truth each one with his neighbor, for we are members of one another."* Even in business, our yes should mean yes, and our no should mean no. If this "unusual communication style" involves anything deceptive, coercive, or unkind, it must be abandoned. God honors integrity, even when it costs us.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this brother/sister to You, asking that You would guide every word and interaction in this business relationship. Lord, if there has been any sin—pride, deceit, selfish ambition, or ungodly communication—we ask that You would convict and cleanse by the power of Your Holy Spirit. Grant wisdom to know how to re-establish communication in a way that honors You, not just for profit or personal gain, but for Your glory.
If this relationship is part of Your plan, restore it with clarity, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to righteousness. But if this partnership is leading away from You in any way, give the courage to walk away, trusting that You will provide another way. May every decision be bathed in prayer, and may the fear of the Lord be the foundation of all dealings.
We rebuked any spirit of confusion, manipulation, or ungodly influence in this situation. By the authority of Jesus Christ, we declare that truth, peace, and godly wisdom will prevail. May this brother/sister be a light in the business world, reflecting Your character in every transaction and conversation.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would open doors that no man can shut and close doors that need to be closed. Let Your will be done, not just in this business matter, but in every area of this life. We pray all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Lastly, we encourage you to examine your heart: Is this desire for restored communication rooted in a godly motive, or is there any hidden selfishness, fear of man, or love of money? **1 Timothy 6:10 (WEB)** warns, *"For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil."* Seek first God’s kingdom in this matter, and trust that He will direct your steps. If this business relationship is causing you to compromise your faith in any way, it is better to walk away than to gain the world but lose your soul. Stay rooted in prayer, and let the Holy Spirit lead you in all things.