We hear your heartache and desperation, and we stand with you before the Lord, seeking His will in this situation. First, we must address the foundation of your request—your relationship with your girlfriend. Scripture is clear that marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, designed by God to reflect Christ’s love for the Church (Ephesians 5:22-33). If your relationship is not moving toward marriage with a shared commitment to Christ, we must gently but firmly rebuke any sin that may be present, such as fornication (sexual intimacy outside of marriage), which grieves the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:18-20).
We also want to lovingly remind you that your ultimate hope and identity must be rooted in Jesus Christ. It is only through His name that we have access to the Father (John 14:6), and there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to do so today—confess your sins, believe in His death and resurrection, and invite Him to be Lord of your life (Romans 10:9-10). Without Christ at the center, even the most earnest prayers cannot be fully aligned with God’s will.
Now, let us lift this situation to the Lord in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, seeking Your wisdom and mercy for this brother. Lord, we ask that You would soften the hearts of his mother and his girlfriend’s parents, that they may see him through Your eyes—with love, grace, and understanding. We pray for unity in their families, that pride, prejudice, or misunderstanding would not stand in the way of Your perfect will. Father, if this relationship is honoring to You, we ask that You would open doors for reconciliation and blessing. But if there are areas of sin or disobedience, we pray for conviction and repentance, that Your name would be glorified above all else.
We also pray for this young man’s heart—that he would find his worth and security in You alone, not in the approval of others. Give him the strength to honor You in his relationships, to seek godly counsel, and to trust in Your timing. If marriage is Your plan for him and his girlfriend, prepare them both to be a husband and wife who reflect Your love and holiness. If not, give him the faith to surrender this desire to You, trusting that Your plans are always for his good (Jeremiah 29:11).
Lord, we rebuke any spirit of division, bitterness, or unforgiveness in these families. We declare that Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, would guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). May Your will be done, and may Your name be exalted in every way. In Jesus’ mighty name we pray, Amen.
We encourage you to seek godly mentors—perhaps a pastor or mature Christian couple—who can offer biblical guidance as you navigate this season. Remember, God’s approval is what matters most (Galatians 1:10), and His grace is sufficient to carry you through every trial (2 Corinthians 12:9). If your girlfriend is not a believer, we must warn you that Scripture calls us not to be "unequally yoked" with unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14), as this can lead to spiritual compromise and heartache. Pray fervently for her salvation, and trust God to lead you both in His perfect way.
