Marriage
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We join with 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 covenant love for His people. The longing you express— to be seen, accepted, appreciated, and cherished—is a godly desire, one that mirrors how Christ loves His Bride, the Church. Let us first anchor this prayer in Scripture, for God’s Word is the foundation upon which all godly marriages are built.
The apostle Paul writes in Ephesians 5:25-33, *"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her; that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, that he might present the church to himself gloriously, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing; but that she should be holy and without defect. Even so husbands also ought to love their own wives as their own bodies. He who loves his own wife loves himself. For no man ever hated his own flesh; but nourishes and cherishes it, even as Christ also does the assembly; because we are members of his body. 'For this cause a man will leave his father and mother, and will be joined to his wife. The two will become one flesh.' This mystery is great, but I speak concerning Christ and of the assembly. Nevertheless each of you must also love his own wife even as himself; and let the wife see that she respects her husband."*
Your desire for a spouse who reflects this kind of love is righteous, and we pray that the Lord will prepare you to be that same kind of spouse in return—one who loves sacrificially, respects biblically, and honors God above all else. Marriage is not merely about feeling valued; it is about *being* a reflection of Christ’s love and holiness in this world. It is a lifelong covenant, not a temporary arrangement for comfort or companionship alone. We must also remember that no human can fully satisfy the deepest longings of our hearts—that place is reserved for Jesus alone. A godly spouse will point you to Him, not replace Him.
We notice that you have used placeholders (#) where specifics might belong, and while we understand the sensitivity of sharing personal details, we encourage you to bring your full heart before the Lord in prayer. He knows your name, your story, and your deepest needs—there is no need to hide from Him. If there are areas of past hurt, fear, or brokenness that make trust difficult, we pray you would surrender those to Jesus, allowing Him to heal and prepare you for the marriage He has for you.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this sister/brother who longs for a marriage that honors You. Lord, You are the author of love, the designer of marriage, and the one who sees every tear, hears every cry, and knows every longing of the heart. We ask that You prepare this beloved child of Yours for a spouse who will love them as Christ loves the Church—sacrificially, faithfully, and unconditionally. Father, raise up a man or woman of God who is grounded in Your Word, filled with Your Spirit, and committed to Your will. Let this future spouse be one who sees, accepts, and appreciates the unique way You have created this person, fostering a home where both feel safe, valued, heard, and loved consistently.
Lord, we also pray for the heart of the one who has made this request. Heal any wounds from the past that may hinder trust or vulnerability. Remove any fear, bitterness, or unrealistic expectations that could distort Your perfect plan. Fill them with Your peace and patience as they wait on Your timing, for Your Word says in Psalm 37:4-5, *"Delight yourself also 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."* May they delight in You above all else, knowing that You are their greatest joy and satisfaction.
Father, guard this heart against the temptations of this world—against settling for less than Your best, against emotional or physical compromise outside of marriage, or against the lie that happiness can be found apart from Your will. Let them walk in purity, faith, and wisdom, seeking first Your kingdom and Your righteousness (Matthew 6:33). If there are areas of their life that need surrender or repentance, convict them by Your Spirit and lead them into holiness.
We rebuke any spirit of loneliness, despair, or impatience that may seek to rush this process or lead them into ungodly relationships. Satan desires to distort Your design for marriage, but we declare that this union will be founded on Your truth, covered in prayer, and sealed by Your covenant love. Let no weapon formed against this future marriage prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would make it abundantly clear when the time is right. Give wisdom to recognize a godly spouse, courage to step forward in faith, and discernment to flee from anything that does not align with Your Word. May this marriage be a testimony of Your grace, a light in this world, and a blessing to future generations.
We ask all this in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all praise. Amen.
As you wait, we encourage you to seek the Lord diligently in prayer and in His Word. Prepare yourself now to be the spouse He has called you to be. Serve in your church, grow in your faith, and trust that God’s timing is perfect. He who began this good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6). Stay rooted in community with other believers who can speak truth and wisdom into your life. And remember, marriage is not the ultimate goal—*glorifying God* is. Whether single or married, your purpose is to live for Him.
If there are specific struggles or sins you are facing in this season of waiting, we urge you to bring them into the light. Confess them to the Lord and to trusted believers who can pray with you and hold you accountable. The enemy loves to isolate us in our struggles, but God calls us to walk in transparency and grace.
May the Lord bless you and keep you as you seek Him first in all things.
The apostle Paul writes in Ephesians 5:25-33, *"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her; that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, that he might present the church to himself gloriously, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing; but that she should be holy and without defect. Even so husbands also ought to love their own wives as their own bodies. He who loves his own wife loves himself. For no man ever hated his own flesh; but nourishes and cherishes it, even as Christ also does the assembly; because we are members of his body. 'For this cause a man will leave his father and mother, and will be joined to his wife. The two will become one flesh.' This mystery is great, but I speak concerning Christ and of the assembly. Nevertheless each of you must also love his own wife even as himself; and let the wife see that she respects her husband."*
Your desire for a spouse who reflects this kind of love is righteous, and we pray that the Lord will prepare you to be that same kind of spouse in return—one who loves sacrificially, respects biblically, and honors God above all else. Marriage is not merely about feeling valued; it is about *being* a reflection of Christ’s love and holiness in this world. It is a lifelong covenant, not a temporary arrangement for comfort or companionship alone. We must also remember that no human can fully satisfy the deepest longings of our hearts—that place is reserved for Jesus alone. A godly spouse will point you to Him, not replace Him.
We notice that you have used placeholders (#) where specifics might belong, and while we understand the sensitivity of sharing personal details, we encourage you to bring your full heart before the Lord in prayer. He knows your name, your story, and your deepest needs—there is no need to hide from Him. If there are areas of past hurt, fear, or brokenness that make trust difficult, we pray you would surrender those to Jesus, allowing Him to heal and prepare you for the marriage He has for you.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this sister/brother who longs for a marriage that honors You. Lord, You are the author of love, the designer of marriage, and the one who sees every tear, hears every cry, and knows every longing of the heart. We ask that You prepare this beloved child of Yours for a spouse who will love them as Christ loves the Church—sacrificially, faithfully, and unconditionally. Father, raise up a man or woman of God who is grounded in Your Word, filled with Your Spirit, and committed to Your will. Let this future spouse be one who sees, accepts, and appreciates the unique way You have created this person, fostering a home where both feel safe, valued, heard, and loved consistently.
Lord, we also pray for the heart of the one who has made this request. Heal any wounds from the past that may hinder trust or vulnerability. Remove any fear, bitterness, or unrealistic expectations that could distort Your perfect plan. Fill them with Your peace and patience as they wait on Your timing, for Your Word says in Psalm 37:4-5, *"Delight yourself also 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."* May they delight in You above all else, knowing that You are their greatest joy and satisfaction.
Father, guard this heart against the temptations of this world—against settling for less than Your best, against emotional or physical compromise outside of marriage, or against the lie that happiness can be found apart from Your will. Let them walk in purity, faith, and wisdom, seeking first Your kingdom and Your righteousness (Matthew 6:33). If there are areas of their life that need surrender or repentance, convict them by Your Spirit and lead them into holiness.
We rebuke any spirit of loneliness, despair, or impatience that may seek to rush this process or lead them into ungodly relationships. Satan desires to distort Your design for marriage, but we declare that this union will be founded on Your truth, covered in prayer, and sealed by Your covenant love. Let no weapon formed against this future marriage prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would make it abundantly clear when the time is right. Give wisdom to recognize a godly spouse, courage to step forward in faith, and discernment to flee from anything that does not align with Your Word. May this marriage be a testimony of Your grace, a light in this world, and a blessing to future generations.
We ask all this in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all praise. Amen.
As you wait, we encourage you to seek the Lord diligently in prayer and in His Word. Prepare yourself now to be the spouse He has called you to be. Serve in your church, grow in your faith, and trust that God’s timing is perfect. He who began this good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6). Stay rooted in community with other believers who can speak truth and wisdom into your life. And remember, marriage is not the ultimate goal—*glorifying God* is. Whether single or married, your purpose is to live for Him.
If there are specific struggles or sins you are facing in this season of waiting, we urge you to bring them into the light. Confess them to the Lord and to trusted believers who can pray with you and hold you accountable. The enemy loves to isolate us in our struggles, but God calls us to walk in transparency and grace.
May the Lord bless you and keep you as you seek Him first in all things.
We're right there with you, dear friend, as you long for a holy, Christ-centered marriage. We've been praying for you, just as we've been praying for ourselves, that we might find a spouse who sees, accepts, appreciates, and helps us feel safe, valued, heard, and loved on a consistent basis. We know that God's design for marriage is beautiful and reflective of His covenant love for us, and we trust that He has someone special in mind for you.
We've been meditating on Ephesians 5:25-33, where Paul writes about the love between a husband and wife mirroring Christ's love for the Church. It's a love that's sacrificial, respectful, and honorable to God above all else. As we wait for God's timing, let's strive to be that kind of spouse ourselves, loving sacrificially, respecting biblically, and honoring God in all we do.
We understand that you've used placeholders where specific details might belong, and we want to encourage you to bring your full heart before the Lord in prayer. He knows your name, your story, and your deepest needs. There's no need to hide from Him, even if there are areas of past hurt, fear, or brokenness that make trust difficult. Surrender those areas to Jesus, allowing Him to heal and prepare you for the marriage He has for you.
Let's continue to pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our sister/brother who longs for a marriage that honors You. Lord, You are the author of love, the designer of marriage, and the one who sees every tear, hears every cry, and knows every longing of the heart. We ask that You would prepare this beloved child of Yours for a spouse who will love them as Christ loves the Church – sacrificially, faithfully, and unconditionally. Father, raise up a man or woman of God who is grounded in Your Word, filled with Your Spirit, and committed to Your will. Let this future spouse be one who sees, accepts, and appreciates the unique way You have created this person, fostering a home where both feel safe, valued, heard, and loved consistently.
Lord, we also pray for the heart of the one who has made this request. Heal any wounds from the past that may hinder trust or vulnerability. Remove any fear, bitterness, or unrealistic expectations that could distort Your perfect plan. Fill them with Your peace and patience as they wait on Your timing, knowing that You are their greatest joy and satisfaction.
Father, guard this heart against the temptations of this world – against settling for less than Your best, against emotional or physical compromise outside of marriage, or against the lie that happiness can be found apart from Your will. Let them walk in purity, faith, and wisdom, seeking first Your kingdom and Your righteousness.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
As you wait, dear friend, seek the Lord diligently in prayer and in His Word. Prepare yourself to be the spouse He has called you to be. Serve in your church, grow in your faith, and trust that God's timing is perfect. He who began this good work in you will complete it. Stay rooted in community with other believers who can speak truth and wisdom into your life. And remember, marriage is not the ultimate goal – glorifying God is. Whether single or married, your purpose is to live for Him.
If there are specific struggles or sins you're facing in this season of waiting, bring them into the light. Confess them to the Lord and to trusted believers who can pray with you and hold you accountable. The enemy loves to isolate us in our struggles, but God calls us to walk in transparency and grace.
May the Lord bless you and keep you as you seek Him first in all things.
We've been meditating on Ephesians 5:25-33, where Paul writes about the love between a husband and wife mirroring Christ's love for the Church. It's a love that's sacrificial, respectful, and honorable to God above all else. As we wait for God's timing, let's strive to be that kind of spouse ourselves, loving sacrificially, respecting biblically, and honoring God in all we do.
We understand that you've used placeholders where specific details might belong, and we want to encourage you to bring your full heart before the Lord in prayer. He knows your name, your story, and your deepest needs. There's no need to hide from Him, even if there are areas of past hurt, fear, or brokenness that make trust difficult. Surrender those areas to Jesus, allowing Him to heal and prepare you for the marriage He has for you.
Let's continue to pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our sister/brother who longs for a marriage that honors You. Lord, You are the author of love, the designer of marriage, and the one who sees every tear, hears every cry, and knows every longing of the heart. We ask that You would prepare this beloved child of Yours for a spouse who will love them as Christ loves the Church – sacrificially, faithfully, and unconditionally. Father, raise up a man or woman of God who is grounded in Your Word, filled with Your Spirit, and committed to Your will. Let this future spouse be one who sees, accepts, and appreciates the unique way You have created this person, fostering a home where both feel safe, valued, heard, and loved consistently.
Lord, we also pray for the heart of the one who has made this request. Heal any wounds from the past that may hinder trust or vulnerability. Remove any fear, bitterness, or unrealistic expectations that could distort Your perfect plan. Fill them with Your peace and patience as they wait on Your timing, knowing that You are their greatest joy and satisfaction.
Father, guard this heart against the temptations of this world – against settling for less than Your best, against emotional or physical compromise outside of marriage, or against the lie that happiness can be found apart from Your will. Let them walk in purity, faith, and wisdom, seeking first Your kingdom and Your righteousness.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
As you wait, dear friend, seek the Lord diligently in prayer and in His Word. Prepare yourself to be the spouse He has called you to be. Serve in your church, grow in your faith, and trust that God's timing is perfect. He who began this good work in you will complete it. Stay rooted in community with other believers who can speak truth and wisdom into your life. And remember, marriage is not the ultimate goal – glorifying God is. Whether single or married, your purpose is to live for Him.
If there are specific struggles or sins you're facing in this season of waiting, bring them into the light. Confess them to the Lord and to trusted believers who can pray with you and hold you accountable. The enemy loves to isolate us in our struggles, but God calls us to walk in transparency and grace.
May the Lord bless you and keep you as you seek Him first in all things.
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)
sermons
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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