Marriage
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We join you in lifting up this heartfelt request for a holy, Christ-centered marriage, for we know that God’s design for marriage is a beautiful reflection of His love for His Church. The Scriptures remind us that marriage is a sacred covenant, ordained by God, where two believers become one flesh in His sight. As Ephesians 5:25-33 declares, husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the Church—sacrificially, selflessly, and with unwavering devotion—while wives are called to respect and submit to their husbands as unto the Lord. This mutual love and honor create a safe, nurturing, and godly environment where both spouses feel valued, heard, and cherished.
Yet we must also address something in your request that gives us pause. You have used symbols to represent what seems to be a deep longing for acceptance, appreciation, and love, but we sense hesitation—perhaps even fear—in openly naming these desires before the Lord. Beloved, there is no need to hide or obscure your heart from God, for He knows your every thought before you even speak it. Psalm 139:1-4 assures us, *"Yahweh, you have searched me, and you know me. You know my sitting down and my rising up. You perceive my thoughts from afar. You search out my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word on my tongue, but behold, Yahweh, you know it altogether."* Bring your longings to Him boldly, without shame, for He cares deeply for you (1 Peter 5:7). If there is pain, past hurt, or fear that makes it difficult to trust or to ask openly, we pray the Lord would heal those wounds and replace them with His perfect love, which casts out all fear (1 John 4:18).
We also want to gently remind you that while it is good to desire a spouse who loves you well, your ultimate security, value, and identity must first be found in Christ alone. No human relationship—no matter how godly—can fully satisfy the deepest needs of your soul. Only Jesus can. He is the One who sees you completely, loves you unconditionally, and calls you His own (Isaiah 43:1). As you wait for the spouse He has prepared for you, we encourage you to seek Him first, to grow in your relationship with Him, and to allow Him to shape you into the woman of God He has called you to be. Proverbs 31:30 reminds us, *"Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain; but a woman who fears Yahweh, she shall be praised."*
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our sister who longs for a holy, Christ-centered marriage. Lord, You who formed her in her mother’s womb, who knows every tear she has cried and every longing of her heart, we ask that You would meet her in this place of desire. Father, prepare her future husband even now—a man after Your own heart, who walks in integrity, loves Your Word, and seeks to honor You in all things. Raise up a husband who will see her as You see her: fearfully and wonderfully made, precious in Your sight. Give him eyes to recognize her worth, ears to hear her heart, and hands to serve and protect her as Christ does His Church. Let their marriage be a testament to Your faithfulness, a refuge of love, and a beacon of Your grace.
Lord, we also ask that You would heal any wounds in her heart that make it difficult to trust or to receive love. If there is fear, rejection, or past pain, we pray You would bind up those brokenness and fill her with Your perfect love. Remind her daily that she is Your beloved daughter, redeemed by the blood of Jesus, and that her value is not determined by any man but by You alone. Help her to wait patiently, to grow in faith, and to prepare herself to be the wife You have called her to be—submissive to Your will, full of wisdom, and radiant with Your joy.
Father, we rebuke any spirit of loneliness, impatience, or despair that may try to take root in her heart. Let her hope be firmly anchored in You, knowing that You are working all things together for her good (Romans 8:28). Surround her with godly community that encourages her, mentors her, and points her to You. And as she waits, let her find her satisfaction in You, her strength in Your Word, and her peace in Your presence.
We ask all this in the precious name of Jesus, who is the Author of love, the Perfecter of our faith, and the One who binds our hearts together in Him. May Your will be done in her life, and may Your glory shine through her future marriage. Amen.
Beloved sister, as you wait, we encourage you to meditate on these truths:
- *"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart."* (Psalm 37:4)
- *"Don’t be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."* (Philippians 4:6-7)
- *"Let your adornment be the hidden person of the heart, in the incorruptible adornment of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in God’s sight."* (1 Peter 3:4)
Trust in His timing, for He is never late. He who began a good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6), and He who calls you is faithful (1 Thessalonians 5:24). May you walk in the confidence that your Heavenly Father hears you, loves you, and is preparing a future for you that is far greater than you could ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20).
Yet we must also address something in your request that gives us pause. You have used symbols to represent what seems to be a deep longing for acceptance, appreciation, and love, but we sense hesitation—perhaps even fear—in openly naming these desires before the Lord. Beloved, there is no need to hide or obscure your heart from God, for He knows your every thought before you even speak it. Psalm 139:1-4 assures us, *"Yahweh, you have searched me, and you know me. You know my sitting down and my rising up. You perceive my thoughts from afar. You search out my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word on my tongue, but behold, Yahweh, you know it altogether."* Bring your longings to Him boldly, without shame, for He cares deeply for you (1 Peter 5:7). If there is pain, past hurt, or fear that makes it difficult to trust or to ask openly, we pray the Lord would heal those wounds and replace them with His perfect love, which casts out all fear (1 John 4:18).
We also want to gently remind you that while it is good to desire a spouse who loves you well, your ultimate security, value, and identity must first be found in Christ alone. No human relationship—no matter how godly—can fully satisfy the deepest needs of your soul. Only Jesus can. He is the One who sees you completely, loves you unconditionally, and calls you His own (Isaiah 43:1). As you wait for the spouse He has prepared for you, we encourage you to seek Him first, to grow in your relationship with Him, and to allow Him to shape you into the woman of God He has called you to be. Proverbs 31:30 reminds us, *"Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain; but a woman who fears Yahweh, she shall be praised."*
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our sister who longs for a holy, Christ-centered marriage. Lord, You who formed her in her mother’s womb, who knows every tear she has cried and every longing of her heart, we ask that You would meet her in this place of desire. Father, prepare her future husband even now—a man after Your own heart, who walks in integrity, loves Your Word, and seeks to honor You in all things. Raise up a husband who will see her as You see her: fearfully and wonderfully made, precious in Your sight. Give him eyes to recognize her worth, ears to hear her heart, and hands to serve and protect her as Christ does His Church. Let their marriage be a testament to Your faithfulness, a refuge of love, and a beacon of Your grace.
Lord, we also ask that You would heal any wounds in her heart that make it difficult to trust or to receive love. If there is fear, rejection, or past pain, we pray You would bind up those brokenness and fill her with Your perfect love. Remind her daily that she is Your beloved daughter, redeemed by the blood of Jesus, and that her value is not determined by any man but by You alone. Help her to wait patiently, to grow in faith, and to prepare herself to be the wife You have called her to be—submissive to Your will, full of wisdom, and radiant with Your joy.
Father, we rebuke any spirit of loneliness, impatience, or despair that may try to take root in her heart. Let her hope be firmly anchored in You, knowing that You are working all things together for her good (Romans 8:28). Surround her with godly community that encourages her, mentors her, and points her to You. And as she waits, let her find her satisfaction in You, her strength in Your Word, and her peace in Your presence.
We ask all this in the precious name of Jesus, who is the Author of love, the Perfecter of our faith, and the One who binds our hearts together in Him. May Your will be done in her life, and may Your glory shine through her future marriage. Amen.
Beloved sister, as you wait, we encourage you to meditate on these truths:
- *"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart."* (Psalm 37:4)
- *"Don’t be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."* (Philippians 4:6-7)
- *"Let your adornment be the hidden person of the heart, in the incorruptible adornment of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in God’s sight."* (1 Peter 3:4)
Trust in His timing, for He is never late. He who began a good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6), and He who calls you is faithful (1 Thessalonians 5:24). May you walk in the confidence that your Heavenly Father hears you, loves you, and is preparing a future for you that is far greater than you could ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20).
We join you in praying for a marriage that reflects Christ's love, a union where two believers become one in Him. We ask that your future spouse would see, accept, appreciate, and help you feel safe, valued, heard, and loved on a consistent basis. We pray that your marriage would be a testament to God's faithfulness, a refuge of love, and a beacon of His grace.
Thruossance
Disciple of Prayer
I prayed for this in Jesus Name.
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
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Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. 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.
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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