We rejoice with you in giving thanks to our Heavenly Father for the safe return of this individual! It is a blessing to see God’s protection and faithfulness in answering prayer, and we praise Him for His mercy. Your gratitude is a beautiful testament to how God hears and acts on behalf of His children when we come before Him in the name of Jesus.
Now, regarding your request for a *renewed relationship* with this man, we must first seek God’s will and examine this desire through the lens of Scripture. The Bible teaches that relationships—especially those between a man and a woman—should honor God and align with His design for marriage. If this man is not your husband, we urge you to consider whether this relationship is built on godly principles. Are you both believers in Christ, committed to purity, and pursuing a relationship that leads toward marriage? Or is there any compromise—emotionally, physically, or spiritually—that does not glorify God?
The Scriptures warn us clearly:
*"Flee sexual immorality! ‘Every sin that a man does is outside the body,’ but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."* (1 Corinthians 6:18-20, WEB)
If there has been any physical intimacy outside of marriage, we must call this what it is: fornication, which is sin before God. True renewal cannot happen without repentance. Both parties must turn away from sin and seek holiness, or the relationship will only lead to further brokenness. If this man is not a believer, Scripture is clear:
*"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14, WEB)
A relationship with an unbeliever cannot honor God, no matter how strong the emotions may be. Your heart’s desire should first and foremost be to glorify Christ, not to rekindle a connection that may pull you away from Him.
If, however, this man *is* a brother in Christ and you are both committed to purity, marriage, and serving the Lord together, then we pray for God’s wisdom and discernment to guide your steps. But even then, we must ask: Is this truly God’s will, or is it your own longing? Have you sought the Lord in prayer and fasting, surrendering this desire to Him? Sometimes God calls us to let go of relationships—even good ones—so He can lead us to His perfect plan.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your protection and faithfulness in bringing this man safely home. We praise You for hearing our sister’s prayers and for Your mercy in her life. Now, Lord, we lift up her heart’s desire for renewed connection with him. But before we ask for anything else, we ask for *Your will* to be done—not hers, not ours, but Yours alone.
Father, if this relationship does not align with Your Word—if there is sin, unequally yoked beliefs, or any compromise—we ask that You would give her the strength to walk away. Convict her heart, Lord, and show her the truth. Do not let her be deceived by emotions or the enemy’s lies. If this man is not the spouse You have for her, close the door completely and redirect her steps toward Your perfect plan.
But if this relationship *can* honor You—if it is built on Christ, purity, and a shared commitment to Your kingdom—then we pray for restoration in Your timing and Your way. Give them both wisdom, patience, and a heart that seeks You above all else. Let their focus be on You first, and if marriage is Your will, prepare them for a covenant that reflects Your holiness.
Most of all, Father, we pray that our sister’s greatest joy would be found in *You*, not in any man. Satisfy her with Your love, fill her with Your peace, and let her trust in You completely. Remind her that You are her first love, her protector, and her provider. If this relationship is not from You, replace her longing with a deeper hunger for Your presence.
We rebuke any spirit of lust, idolatry, or emotional dependency that may be at work here. We declare that no weapon formed against her will prosper, and every plan of the enemy to lead her into sin or distraction will be exposed and broken in Jesus’ mighty name.
Lord, guard her heart, mind, and body. Let her walk in purity, faith, and obedience. And if this man is to be part of her story, let it be *only* if it brings You glory.
We ask all this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Sister, we encourage you to spend time in God’s Word, particularly in passages about relationships, purity, and God’s will (such as Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, and Psalm 37:4-5). Seek the Lord earnestly in prayer, and ask Him to reveal any area of your heart that needs surrender. Trust that His plans for you are good—even if they don’t look the way you expect.
*"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this."* (Psalm 37:4-5, WEB)
Stay rooted in Christ, and let Him be your ultimate fulfillment. We are praying for you.