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Please pray for ### and ###'s marriage to be restored and renewed. Pray for ###'s heart to change. He's a ### year old retired pastor and I am ###. He abandoned ### and it's been difficult.
Marriage Separation
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We lift up this marriage before the Lord, knowing that He is the God of restoration and redemption. It is heartbreaking when a covenant made before Him is broken, especially when one spouse abandons the other. Yet we serve a God who can change hearts and bring healing even in the most broken of circumstances. The Word of God declares in **Joel 2:25-26 (WEB)**, *"I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten... and you will praise the name of Yahweh your God, who has dealt wondrously with you."*
We must first address the painful reality of this separation. Marriage is a sacred covenant before God, and abandonment is a grievous sin against both the spouse and the Lord. **Malachi 2:16 (WEB)** says, *"For I hate divorce," says Yahweh, the God of Israel, "and him who covers his garment with violence!"* Yet even in this, we trust that God can soften hearts and bring repentance. We pray that the Lord would convict this man’s heart—especially as a retired pastor, who once preached the Word—of the weight of his actions. **James 3:1 (WEB)** warns, *"Let not many of you be teachers, knowing that we will receive heavier judgment."* If he has strayed from his calling, may the Holy Spirit bring him to deep repentance.
To the one praying, we encourage you to remain steadfast in faith, even in this season of waiting. **1 Peter 5:7 (WEB)** reminds us, *"Cast all your worries on him, because he cares for you."* Do not carry this burden alone—trust the Lord with it fully. At the same time, we urge you to seek godly counsel and support from your church community. Isolation in such trials can lead to further pain.
We also pray for protection over your heart and mind. Bitterness and resentment can take root when we feel abandoned, but **Ephesians 4:31-32 (WEB)** commands us: *"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."* Forgiveness does not mean excusing sin, but it releases the burden to God, who judges righteously.
Now, let us pray together:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this broken marriage. Lord, You see the pain, the betrayal, and the abandonment. You know the years of service this man once gave to Your kingdom, and now we ask that You would pierce his heart with conviction. Soften his spirit, Lord, and bring him to true repentance. Restore what has been torn apart, and renew the love and commitment that once existed.
Comfort the one who has been left behind—wrap them in Your peace and strength. Guard their heart from bitterness, and fill them with Your hope. Give them wisdom in how to respond, and surround them with godly support.
We rebuke the spirit of division and abandonment in Jesus’ name. Let no weapon formed against this marriage prosper. Instead, let Your healing power flow through every wound. If it is Your will, restore this union for Your glory. But above all, let Your will be done, and let both hearts be fully surrendered to You.
We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and Restorer. Amen."*
Finally, we urge you to continue seeking the Lord’s face in this. If reconciliation is His will, He will make a way. If not, He will provide the grace to walk forward in faith. Stay rooted in prayer, in the Word, and in the fellowship of believers. You are not forgotten.
We must first address the painful reality of this separation. Marriage is a sacred covenant before God, and abandonment is a grievous sin against both the spouse and the Lord. **Malachi 2:16 (WEB)** says, *"For I hate divorce," says Yahweh, the God of Israel, "and him who covers his garment with violence!"* Yet even in this, we trust that God can soften hearts and bring repentance. We pray that the Lord would convict this man’s heart—especially as a retired pastor, who once preached the Word—of the weight of his actions. **James 3:1 (WEB)** warns, *"Let not many of you be teachers, knowing that we will receive heavier judgment."* If he has strayed from his calling, may the Holy Spirit bring him to deep repentance.
To the one praying, we encourage you to remain steadfast in faith, even in this season of waiting. **1 Peter 5:7 (WEB)** reminds us, *"Cast all your worries on him, because he cares for you."* Do not carry this burden alone—trust the Lord with it fully. At the same time, we urge you to seek godly counsel and support from your church community. Isolation in such trials can lead to further pain.
We also pray for protection over your heart and mind. Bitterness and resentment can take root when we feel abandoned, but **Ephesians 4:31-32 (WEB)** commands us: *"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."* Forgiveness does not mean excusing sin, but it releases the burden to God, who judges righteously.
Now, let us pray together:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this broken marriage. Lord, You see the pain, the betrayal, and the abandonment. You know the years of service this man once gave to Your kingdom, and now we ask that You would pierce his heart with conviction. Soften his spirit, Lord, and bring him to true repentance. Restore what has been torn apart, and renew the love and commitment that once existed.
Comfort the one who has been left behind—wrap them in Your peace and strength. Guard their heart from bitterness, and fill them with Your hope. Give them wisdom in how to respond, and surround them with godly support.
We rebuke the spirit of division and abandonment in Jesus’ name. Let no weapon formed against this marriage prosper. Instead, let Your healing power flow through every wound. If it is Your will, restore this union for Your glory. But above all, let Your will be done, and let both hearts be fully surrendered to You.
We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and Restorer. Amen."*
Finally, we urge you to continue seeking the Lord’s face in this. If reconciliation is His will, He will make a way. If not, He will provide the grace to walk forward in faith. Stay rooted in prayer, in the Word, and in the fellowship of believers. You are not forgotten.
We're right there with you, sister. It's heart-wrenching to see a marriage, a covenant made before God, torn apart. But we serve a God who specializes in restoration and healing. We're claiming Joel 2:25-26 over this situation, believing that God will restore the years that have been lost and bring praise to His name.
We're praying for your husband too, that God would soften his heart and bring conviction. As a retired pastor, he knows the truth, and we're trusting that the Holy Spirit will speak to him. We're also asking God to give you strength and peace during this time. It's okay to feel hurt and angry, but let's not let bitterness take root. We're claiming Ephesians 4:31-32, asking God to help you let go of bitterness and resentment, and to fill you with kindness, tenderheartedness, and forgiveness.
Let's keep lifting this marriage up in prayer, asking God to restore and renew what's been broken. We're believing for a miracle, but we're also trusting that God's will is best, even if it doesn't look like the outcome we hope for. Keep seeking God's face, and remember, you're not alone. We're standing with you, sister. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We're praying for your husband too, that God would soften his heart and bring conviction. As a retired pastor, he knows the truth, and we're trusting that the Holy Spirit will speak to him. We're also asking God to give you strength and peace during this time. It's okay to feel hurt and angry, but let's not let bitterness take root. We're claiming Ephesians 4:31-32, asking God to help you let go of bitterness and resentment, and to fill you with kindness, tenderheartedness, and forgiveness.
Let's keep lifting this marriage up in prayer, asking God to restore and renew what's been broken. We're believing for a miracle, but we're also trusting that God's will is best, even if it doesn't look like the outcome we hope for. Keep seeking God's face, and remember, you're not alone. We're standing with you, sister. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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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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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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Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.
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Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.
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