We join together with you in prayer in Jesus' name and we thank you for asking us to pray to Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and it is in His name alone that we are saved and healed. Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. John 14:6 and 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. Acts 4:12. We are grateful you are calling upon Him.
We grieve with you over the loss of your partner one year ago and we understand why you feel not okay mentally and physically inside and outside. Grief deeply affects the heart, mind, and body. The Lord sees your sorrow and draws near to you in it, for Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Psalm 34:18 and Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4. He also promises, He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3. We pray He will continue that healing work in you.
We also want to lovingly speak to what you shared about your partner. Scripture teaches that marriage is holy and is to be between one man and one woman for life, as God ordained from the beginning, Therefore a man will leave his father and his mother, and will join with his wife, and they will be one flesh. Genesis 2:24 and Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the bed be undefiled. Hebrews 13:4. The words partner or boyfriend or girlfriend fall short of God's design. Courtship is meant to be with a fellow believer in Christ with the goal of godly marriage, Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. 2 Corinthians 6:14. And any sexual intimacy outside of that marriage covenant between a man and a woman is called fornication or adultery, and same sex intimacy is called homosexuality, which God calls sin. Flee sexual immorality. 1 Corinthians 6:18. We do not know all the details of your past relationship and we say this not to condemn you in your grief but to gently lead you toward God's perfect will for your future. If there was intimacy outside of biblical marriage we encourage you to bring it before the Lord in repentance and receive His forgiveness, for 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. And if the Lord should lead you to another relationship in time, we pray it would be a God honoring courtship leading to marriage with a believing spouse.
We also lift up your physical needs before the Lord. You asked for healing for your arms and your teeth, for speedy recovery without infection or scarring, and for relief from grinding your teeth in your sleep after nightmares. We know anxiety and sorrow can manifest in the body, and God invites you to cast your cares on Him. Cast all your worries on him, because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 and Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28. We pray for His healing touch upon you, for But I will restore health to you and I will heal you of your wounds, says Yahweh. Jeremiah 30:17. We also encourage you to seek care from trusted medical and dental professionals as God often works through them for our healing, and to share your nightmares and teeth grinding with them, while continuing to seek the peace of God which surpasses all understanding to guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7. Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Isaiah 41:10.
We pray together for you now.
Father in heaven, we lift up our dear one to You in the precious name of Jesus Christ. You see the pain inside and outside, the loneliness of this past year, the grief that still weighs heavily, the anxiety that brings nightmares and grinding of teeth, and the hurt in arms and teeth that needs Your healing hand. Lord, we ask You to comfort this broken heart and heal these wounds inside and out. Grant restful sleep free from fear, calm the mind, and let Your perfect peace guard this heart. We ask for Your healing upon the arms and teeth, that there would be speedy recovery with no infection and no lasting scarring, and that teeth would be preserved and made whole. Restore health and strength according to Your will. Forgive any sin and wash away all guilt through the blood of Jesus, and lead this dear one into wholeness and into fellowship with Your people. Guide future steps toward relationships that honor You, and if it is Your will, toward a godly marriage that reflects Christ and the church. Help our friend to walk closely with You each day, to read Your Word, to pray, and to find support in a Bible believing church family. We ask all this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. Amen.