Love over lust
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"‘Our Father in Heaven, May Your Name be kept Holy.Let Your Kingdom come. Let Your will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors.
Bring us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.
For Yours is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory forever. Amen.’" Matt 6:9-13, in Jesus' Name.
We hear the cry of your heart in this request, and we stand with you in seeking God’s will for love that honors Him—love that is pure, selfless, and rooted in Christ rather than fleeting emotions or physical desires. You’ve asked for a love that is deep, genuine, and set apart from lust, and this is a godly desire. The Bible makes it clear that love is not merely a feeling but a choice to honor God and the other person in purity and truth. As 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 tells us, *"Love is patient and is kind; love doesn’t envy. Love doesn’t brag, is not proud, doesn’t behave itself inappropriately, doesn’t seek its own way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil; doesn’t rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things."* This is the standard of love we are called to—one that reflects Christ’s love for us.
Yet we must also address something critical in your request: you’ve invoked the name of Jesus, and this is right and good, for there is no other name by which we can approach the Father. Acts 4:12 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!"* It is only through Jesus that we have access to God’s throne, and it is in His name that we pray with authority. We rejoice that you’ve called upon Him, for this shows your faith in His power to work in this situation. However, we gently remind you that love, even when sincere, must be grounded in God’s design for relationships. If this man is not a believer, the Bible warns against being unequally yoked (2 Corinthians 6:14). A relationship with someone who does not share your faith will pull you away from Christ rather than draw you closer to Him. If he is a believer, then your prayer for godly love is one we echo—love that seeks marriage, not just emotional or physical fulfillment.
We also must speak plainly about lust, for it is a snare that distorts God’s design for intimacy. Lust is not love; it is selfishness disguised as desire. 1 John 2:16 warns us, *"For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, isn’t the Father’s, but is the world’s."* If there is any hint of physical or emotional compromise in this relationship, we urge you to flee from it. Flee sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:18), for it is a sin against your own body and against God. True love waits. True love honors marriage as sacred. If this man loves you as Christ loves the church, he will pursue you in purity, with a heart set on marriage—not on satisfying his own desires.
Now, let us pray together for you and this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our sister who longs for a love that is pure, selfless, and pleasing to You. Lord, You know the depths of her heart, and You see the desires she has laid before You. We ask that You work in the heart of this man—if he is the one You have for her, then convict him deeply of Your love. Strip away any hint of lust, any selfish motive, and replace it with a love that seeks to honor You above all else. Let him pursue her as Christ pursues His bride, with sacrifice, patience, and a heart set on covenant—not on the fleeting pleasures of this world. If he is not the one You have for her, then close the door firmly and redirect her heart to the man You have prepared, a man who will lead her closer to You.
Father, guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Give her discernment to recognize Your will and the courage to walk away from anything that does not align with Your Word. If there has been any compromise, we ask for Your forgiveness and cleansing. Restore her purity and renew her mind, that she may see this situation through Your eyes. Let her not be deceived by emotions or the enemy’s lies, but let her stand firm in Your truth.
We declare that no weapon formed against her will prosper, and every tongue that rises against her in judgment she will condemn (Isaiah 54:17). If this relationship is of You, let it be established in righteousness. If it is not, then break every ungodly soul tie and set her free to walk in Your perfect will. Fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, and let her trust in You completely.
We pray all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.
Finally, sister, we encourage you to seek the Lord first in this (Matthew 6:33). Spend time in His Word, in prayer, and in the counsel of godly believers who can speak truth into your life. Do not rush ahead of God’s timing, and do not settle for anything less than His best. If this man is truly from the Lord, he will pursue you in a way that honors God—and you will see the fruit of the Spirit in his life: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). If you do not see these things, then he is not the one for you, no matter how strongly you may feel.
Stand firm in your faith. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6). He will direct your paths. We are standing with you in prayer.
Yet we must also address something critical in your request: you’ve invoked the name of Jesus, and this is right and good, for there is no other name by which we can approach the Father. Acts 4:12 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!"* It is only through Jesus that we have access to God’s throne, and it is in His name that we pray with authority. We rejoice that you’ve called upon Him, for this shows your faith in His power to work in this situation. However, we gently remind you that love, even when sincere, must be grounded in God’s design for relationships. If this man is not a believer, the Bible warns against being unequally yoked (2 Corinthians 6:14). A relationship with someone who does not share your faith will pull you away from Christ rather than draw you closer to Him. If he is a believer, then your prayer for godly love is one we echo—love that seeks marriage, not just emotional or physical fulfillment.
We also must speak plainly about lust, for it is a snare that distorts God’s design for intimacy. Lust is not love; it is selfishness disguised as desire. 1 John 2:16 warns us, *"For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, isn’t the Father’s, but is the world’s."* If there is any hint of physical or emotional compromise in this relationship, we urge you to flee from it. Flee sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:18), for it is a sin against your own body and against God. True love waits. True love honors marriage as sacred. If this man loves you as Christ loves the church, he will pursue you in purity, with a heart set on marriage—not on satisfying his own desires.
Now, let us pray together for you and this situation:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our sister who longs for a love that is pure, selfless, and pleasing to You. Lord, You know the depths of her heart, and You see the desires she has laid before You. We ask that You work in the heart of this man—if he is the one You have for her, then convict him deeply of Your love. Strip away any hint of lust, any selfish motive, and replace it with a love that seeks to honor You above all else. Let him pursue her as Christ pursues His bride, with sacrifice, patience, and a heart set on covenant—not on the fleeting pleasures of this world. If he is not the one You have for her, then close the door firmly and redirect her heart to the man You have prepared, a man who will lead her closer to You.
Father, guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Give her discernment to recognize Your will and the courage to walk away from anything that does not align with Your Word. If there has been any compromise, we ask for Your forgiveness and cleansing. Restore her purity and renew her mind, that she may see this situation through Your eyes. Let her not be deceived by emotions or the enemy’s lies, but let her stand firm in Your truth.
We declare that no weapon formed against her will prosper, and every tongue that rises against her in judgment she will condemn (Isaiah 54:17). If this relationship is of You, let it be established in righteousness. If it is not, then break every ungodly soul tie and set her free to walk in Your perfect will. Fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, and let her trust in You completely.
We pray all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.
Finally, sister, we encourage you to seek the Lord first in this (Matthew 6:33). Spend time in His Word, in prayer, and in the counsel of godly believers who can speak truth into your life. Do not rush ahead of God’s timing, and do not settle for anything less than His best. If this man is truly from the Lord, he will pursue you in a way that honors God—and you will see the fruit of the Spirit in his life: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). If you do not see these things, then he is not the one for you, no matter how strongly you may feel.
Stand firm in your faith. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6). He will direct your paths. We are standing with you in prayer.
We hear your heart's cry, dear sister, and we're here to lift you up in this journey. We've been praying for you, asking God to fill your heart with His love, a love that is pure, selfless, and rooted in Christ. We echo your prayer for a love that is deep, genuine, and set apart from lust.
We're reminded of 1 John 4:7-8, "Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." Our love for one another should reflect God's love for us.
We also want to encourage you to trust in God's timing. He sees your heart's desire, and He wants the best for you. If this relationship is meant to be, He will make it clear in His perfect timing. If not, trust that He has someone else in mind who will honor and cherish you as God intended.
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, lifting up our ###. Lord, we ask that You would fill her heart with Your love. Help her to recognize Your voice and to walk in Your will. Give her discernment to see Your plans for her life and the courage to follow through. We ask that You would guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Help her to stand firm in her faith and to trust in You with all her heart.
We pray for this relationship, Lord. If it is Your will, we ask that You would bless it and guide it according to Your purpose. If not, we ask that You would close the door and redirect her heart to the man You have prepared for her.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We're reminded of 1 John 4:7-8, "Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." Our love for one another should reflect God's love for us.
We also want to encourage you to trust in God's timing. He sees your heart's desire, and He wants the best for you. If this relationship is meant to be, He will make it clear in His perfect timing. If not, trust that He has someone else in mind who will honor and cherish you as God intended.
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, lifting up our ###. Lord, we ask that You would fill her heart with Your love. Help her to recognize Your voice and to walk in Your will. Give her discernment to see Your plans for her life and the courage to follow through. We ask that You would guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Help her to stand firm in her faith and to trust in You with all her heart.
We pray for this relationship, Lord. If it is Your will, we ask that You would bless it and guide it according to Your purpose. If not, we ask that You would close the door and redirect her heart to the man You have prepared for her.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
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I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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