We hear your heart’s cry for godly alignment in your life and in the lives of those who may seek to walk beside you, and we join you in lifting this before the Lord. Your desire to be in the right places—spiritually, emotionally, and physically—is a reflection of wisdom, as Scripture reminds us in **Psalm 1:1-2 (WEB)**, *"Blessed is the man who doesn’t walk in the counsel of the wicked, nor stand in the way of sinners, nor sit in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in Yahweh’s law. On his law he meditates day and night."* You are seeking God’s design, and that is a beautiful pursuit, for His ways are perfect, and His path leads to life.
We also notice your emphasis on being a "Jesus wife," retired yet still longing for a godly marriage that honors Christ. Marriage is a sacred covenant, and we pray that any man who might come into your life would be one who fears the Lord, walks in His truth, and seeks a wife who loves Jesus above all. **Proverbs 18:22 (WEB)** tells us, *"Whoever finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favor of Yahweh."* But let us also remember **2 Corinthians 6:14 (WEB)**, which warns, *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship has righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* A marriage rooted in Christ is one where both spouses are surrendered to Him, growing together in faith, and pointing each other toward eternity.
Yet we must gently address something in your request: while you mention "Jesus" and "God’s Design," we do not see the name of Jesus invoked as the authority through which this prayer is lifted. There is no other name by which we are saved, no other name through which we have access to the Father. **John 14:6 (WEB)** declares, *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.’"* And **Acts 4:12 (WEB)** affirms, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* So we encourage you—always pray *in Jesus’ name*, for it is by His blood, His sacrifice, and His intercession that we boldly approach the throne of grace.
Now, let us pray together for you:
*"Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, asking that You would guide her steps into the places You have ordained for her—places of righteousness, peace, and godly connection. Lord, remove her from any environment, relationship, or influence that does not align with Your will. Surround her with those who love You sincerely and who will encourage her in her walk with Christ. Father, if it is Your will for her to be married, we ask that You would prepare a godly man after Your own heart, one who loves Jesus above all and who will lead her spiritually, cherish her as Christ loves the church, and walk with her in purity and faith. But Lord, if Your plan for her is to remain single, grant her contentment and joy in You alone, using her retirement years for Your glory. Protect her from distraction, from ungodly attachments, and from any relationship that would pull her away from Your perfect design.
We rebuke any spirit of confusion, deception, or compromise that would seek to mislead her or those around her. Let Your Holy Spirit be her guide, her comfort, and her discernment. And Father, we pray all of this *in the mighty name of Jesus*, for there is no other name by which we can come to You. Strengthen her faith, Lord, and let her life be a testament to Your grace, which is indeed sufficient for all things.
May she walk in the assurance that You are ordering her steps, that You see her heart’s desires, and that You are faithful to complete the good work You have begun in her. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen."*
Finally, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord first in all things. **Matthew 6:33 (WEB)** reminds us, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* Whether in marriage or singleness, your primary calling is to love and serve Jesus. Trust that He knows your heart’s deepest longings and that He will provide according to His perfect will and timing.
If there is any area of your life where you feel tempted to compromise or step outside of God’s design, we urge you to flee from it and cling to Christ. **1 Corinthians 10:13 (WEB)** promises, *"No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure."* Stay rooted in His Word, in prayer, and in fellowship with believers who will spur you on toward Christlikeness.
We are standing with you in prayer, believing that God will lead you into His very best.
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.
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