We come before the Lord with you in this time of heartache and longing, lifting up your cry for marriage restoration. The pain of separation is deep, and we know how desperately you desire reconciliation with your husband. Yet, we must first acknowledge that true restoration begins with surrender—surrendering this marriage, your heart, and even your desires to God’s perfect will. Scripture reminds us in **Proverbs 3:5-6**, *"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."* This is not a passive trust but an active reliance on God’s wisdom, even when the path is unclear.
We also must address something critical: your prayer does not mention your husband by name, but you have replaced it with symbols. While we understand the sensitivity of sharing personal details, we encourage you to call upon the Lord *specifically* in prayer. God knows his name, and there is power in speaking truth boldly before the throne of grace. More importantly, we notice that while you invoke the name of Jesus in your prayer—which is right and good—we must ask: *Is your husband a believer?* If he is not, the Bible gives clear guidance in **1 Corinthians 7:12-16** about the challenges of being "unequally yoked." If he is, then we stand on the promise of **Matthew 18:19**, where Jesus says, *"Again, assuredly I tell you, that if two of you will agree on earth concerning anything that they will ask, it will be done for them by my Father who is in heaven."* This is a call to pray *with* your husband if possible, or to seek godly counsel and intercessors who will stand with you in faith.
Now, let us speak truth in love: Restoration requires *repentance* and *humility* from both parties. Have you examined your own heart before the Lord? **Psalm 139:23-24** urges us to ask God to *"Search me, God, and know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way."* Are there areas where you need to seek forgiveness—from God or from your husband? Likewise, have you forgiven *him* as Christ has forgiven you? **Ephesians 4:31-32** commands, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."*
If there has been unfaithfulness, abandonment, or abuse, we do not take those sins lightly. The Bible condemns such actions (**Hebrews 13:4, Malachi 2:16**), and while God *can* restore what is broken, He also calls us to wisdom and safety. If reconciliation is possible, it must be built on godly sorrow and a commitment to Christ-centered change. If your husband is unwilling or hardened, we pray for his heart to be softened, but we also remind you that God’s will may look different than ours. **Proverbs 16:9** tells us, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but Yahweh directs his steps."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this sister before You, knowing that You are the God who *restores*—who heals broken hearts and redeems what seems impossible. Lord, we ask that You move mightily in her marriage. If it is Your will, bring reconciliation and renewal. Soften her husband’s heart, Lord, and draw him to Yourself above all else. Convict him of any sin that stands between him and You, and grant him the humility to seek forgiveness and restoration.
But Father, we also pray for *her*—strengthen her faith, guard her heart, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses understanding. If there are areas where she needs to repent or extend forgiveness, give her the courage to obey. Surround her with godly counsel, wise believers who will speak truth and walk alongside her in this season. If this marriage is to be restored, let it be for *Your* glory, built on a foundation of Christ alone.
And if, in Your sovereignty, You have a different path for her, prepare her heart to trust You fully. Remind her that You are her ultimate Husband (Isaiah 54:5), her Provider, and her Comforter. Let her not cling to the past but press forward in faith, knowing that You work all things together for good for those who love You (Romans 8:28).
We rebuke the enemy’s lies of despair, hopelessness, or shame in Jesus’ name. No weapon formed against this marriage—or against *her*—shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We declare that Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Finally, sister, we urge you to immerse yourself in Scripture, prayer, and fellowship with mature believers. Fast if led, seek counseling from a biblical perspective, and *wait* on the Lord. **Psalm 27:14** says, *"Wait for Yahweh. Be strong and let your heart take courage. Yes, wait for Yahweh."* Do not rush ahead of God, but trust Him step by step. We are standing with you in faith, believing God for His perfect will in your life. Stay anchored in Him.