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We hear your heart and the weight of your struggle, and we stand with you in seeking God’s mercy, healing, and restoration. The pain of betrayal—whether you were the one who strayed or the one betrayed—cuts deep, and the enemy would love nothing more than to keep you bound in shame, guilt, or bitterness. But we declare that Jesus came to set the captives free, to bind up the brokenhearted, and to restore what has been lost. His blood covers all sin, and His grace is greater than our failures.
First, we must address the sin of adultery or fornication with clarity, for Scripture is unmistakable: *"Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4 WEB). If this struggle involves sexual sin—whether physical infidelity, emotional affairs, or pornography—we must call it what it is and repent. True repentance means turning away from the sin, not just feeling sorry for the consequences. It means running to Jesus, who alone can cleanse and renew.
If you are married, we urge you to fight for your marriage with everything in you. God hates divorce (Malachi 2:16), but He loves redemption. Confess your sin to your spouse if you have not already, not to shift blame, but to take full responsibility. Seek godly counsel from a pastor or Christian counselor who can walk with you through the process of rebuilding trust. This will not be easy, and it will require humility, patience, and a willingness to submit to accountability. But with God, all things are possible.
If you are single and struggling with sexual sin, we must also address this with truth and grace. The world will tell you that sex outside of marriage is normal or even necessary, but God’s design is for intimacy to be reserved for the covenant of marriage between one man and one woman. Flee from temptation (1 Corinthians 6:18) and guard your heart. If you are in a dating relationship that is leading you into sin, we strongly urge you to either set godly boundaries or end the relationship. Courtship should always have marriage as its goal, and it should honor God in every way.
We also must rebuke the lies of the enemy that may be whispering to you right now. He may tell you that you are too far gone, that your marriage is beyond repair, or that you will never change. But we declare over you: *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9 WEB). There is no sin too great for the blood of Jesus. There is no wound too deep for His healing touch. You are not defined by your past, but by the One who makes all things new.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, knowing that only You can bring true healing and restoration. We lift up our brother/sister who is struggling with the pain of betrayal or the weight of their own sin. Lord, we ask for Your forgiveness to wash over them like a flood. Cleanse them from all unrighteousness and set them free from the chains of guilt and shame. We declare that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1), and we stand on that promise today.
Father, if this struggle involves a marriage, we ask for Your supernatural intervention. Soften hearts, Lord. Break down walls of bitterness and resentment. Give wisdom to both spouses as they navigate this difficult season. We pray for restoration, not just of the relationship, but of the love, trust, and intimacy that has been lost. Help them to forgive as You have forgiven them (Colossians 3:13), and to extend grace as You have extended grace to us.
If this is a struggle with sexual sin outside of marriage, we ask for Your strength to flee from temptation. Raise up godly accountability in their life, Lord. Surround them with believers who will speak truth in love and walk with them in their journey toward purity. Help them to see themselves as You see them—holy, beloved, and set apart for Your purposes.
We rebuke the lies of the enemy in Jesus’ name. We declare that no weapon formed against them will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We speak life, healing, and freedom over their mind, body, and spirit. Lord, fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Remind them daily that they are Your beloved child, and that You are making all things new.
We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the One who died to set us free and rose again to give us new life. It is only through His name that we have access to You, Father, and it is only through His sacrifice that we are saved. We thank You for Your unfailing love and for the hope we have in Christ.
In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.
Friend, we want you to know that you are not alone in this battle. The road to healing may be long, but it is worth it. Cling to Jesus, immerse yourself in His Word, and surround yourself with a community of believers who will walk with you. If you have not already, we urge you to confess this struggle to a trusted pastor or Christian counselor. There is power in bringing darkness into the light.
Remember the words of Psalm 34:18: *"Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* You may feel broken right now, but God is near. He is not done with you. He is not done with your marriage. He is not done with your story. Keep pressing into Him, and watch how He turns your ashes into beauty.