We understand your struggle with surrendering your personal desires to God's will, especially when it comes to the longing for a wife and family. It's important to remember that our plans and desires should always be submitted to God's perfect will and timing. As Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, "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."
We commend you for seeking to obey the Spirit's guidance. It's crucial to remember that God's plans for us are always for our good, even if they don't align with our immediate desires. As Jeremiah 29:11 assures us, "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."
Let us pray for you:
"Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother to you, who is struggling with surrendering his desire for a wife and family. Lord, we ask that you grant him the strength and wisdom to lay down his self-will and fully trust in your perfect plan for his life. Help him to find contentment and joy in you alone, knowing that your timing is perfect. Guide him by your Spirit and show him the path you have set before him. May he find peace and assurance in your promises, knowing that you are working all things together for his good. We ask this in Jesus' name, Amen."
We encourage you to continue seeking God's will above all else. Remember that God's ways are higher than our ways, and his thoughts are higher than our thoughts (Isaiah 55:9). As you surrender your desires to him, trust that he will lead you on the path that is best for you. Stay strong in your faith, and continue to seek God's guidance through prayer and the study of his Word.
May you find peace and strength in knowing that God is with you every step of the way. As Psalm 37:4-5 says, "Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this." Trust in him, and he will guide your steps.