We hear your heart’s cry and stand with you before the throne of grace, lifting this matter in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we have access to the Father. First, we must address the foundation of your prayer—it is right and good to bring your desires before God, but we must ensure that our requests align with His Word and His will. The mention of a "relationship" without the context of marriage raises concerns, for Scripture is clear that our romantic pursuits should be rooted in the pursuit of a godly spouse, not merely a boyfriend or girlfriend. The Bible calls us to flee from sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:18) and to honor God with our bodies, which are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). If this relationship is not moving toward marriage in a way that honors God, we must ask the Lord to reveal any areas where it may be falling short of His design.
Father God, we come before You with hearts open to Your truth. We lift up this relationship before You, asking that You would first search the hearts of both individuals involved. Lord, if this connection is not in alignment with Your will—if it is rooted in fleshly desires, emotional dependency, or anything that dishonors You—we ask that You would expose it and bring conviction where it is needed. Your Word tells us that "the heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked; who can know it?" (Jeremiah 17:9). We pray that You would guard both hearts from deception and lead them into Your perfect will.
We rebuke any spirit of pride, confusion, or fear that may be hindering this relationship, for You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). We declare that any third parties or evil forces seeking to interfere are bound in the name of Jesus. The enemy comes to steal, kill, and destroy, but Christ came that we might have life and have it abundantly (John 10:10). We stand against every scheme of the devil and declare that no weapon formed against this relationship shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17).
Lord, we ask that You would soften hearts, not just toward one another, but first and foremost toward You. If this relationship is to grow, it must be built on a foundation of mutual submission to Your will. We pray that both individuals would seek You above all else, for Your Word says, "Seek first God’s Kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you" (Matthew 6:33). If marriage is Your plan for them, we ask that You would prepare them both to be godly spouses who love, honor, and cherish one another as Christ loves the Church (Ephesians 5:25).
Father, we ask that You would guide their words and protect their hearts from anything that is not of You. Help them to communicate with honesty, patience, and grace. If there is any unconfessed sin—whether it be lust, bitterness, unforgiveness, or idolatry of the relationship itself—we ask that You would bring it to light and lead them to repentance. Your Word tells us that if we confess our sins, You are faithful and righteous to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).
We pray that this relationship would not be rushed or forced, but that it would grow naturally in Your timing. Teach them to wait on You, for those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength (Isaiah 40:31). If this is not the person You have for them, give them the strength to let go and trust You with their future. If it is Your will for them to be together, prepare them to enter into marriage as a holy covenant before You, not merely a contractual agreement.
Lord, we ask that You would cultivate in them a love that is patient, kind, not jealous, not boastful, not proud, not rude, not self-seeking, not easily angered, and keeps no record of wrongs (1 Corinthians 13:4-5). May their love be rooted in You, for You are love (1 John 4:8). We pray that they would grow together in faith, encouraging one another to walk closer with You each day.
Finally, we declare that any spirit of division, strife, or temptation to sin is broken in the name of Jesus. We pray that this relationship would be a testimony to Your goodness and grace, drawing others to You. May it be a reflection of Christ and the Church, holy and set apart for Your purposes.
We trust You, Lord, to work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). Whether this relationship leads to marriage or not, we pray that both individuals would grow in their faith and trust in You. In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
