We come before the Father in heaven with heavy yet hopeful hearts, lifting up ### and ###, this husband and wife who are currently separated. The Word of God is clear about the sanctity and permanence of marriage, for it is written in **Matthew 19:6 (WEB)**, *"So they are no more two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, don’t let man tear apart."* Separation is a painful and broken state, one that grieves the heart of God, who designed marriage to reflect the unbreakable covenant between Christ and His Church.
We pray earnestly that the Lord would soften both ###’s and ###’s hearts, removing any bitterness, pride, or unforgiveness that may have taken root during these seven months apart. Let them remember the vows they made before God, and may the Holy Spirit convict them of the call to reconcile, for **Ephesians 4:2-3 (WEB)** urges us, *"with all lowliness and humility, with patience, bearing with one another in love; being eager to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."* Lord, let this season of separation not be a time of drifting further apart but a refining fire that draws them back to You—and to one another—in repentance, humility, and restored love.
If there has been sin—whether unforgiveness, harsh words, selfishness, or even infidelity—we rebuke it in the name of Jesus Christ. **1 Corinthians 7:10-11 (WEB)** commands, *"But to the married I command—not I, but the Lord—that the wife not leave her husband (but if she departs, let her remain unmarried, or else be reconciled to her husband), and that the husband not leave his wife."* Separation is not the will of God unless it is for a season of repentance and restoration. We pray that ### and ### would seek godly counsel, turn away from any sin, and pursue reconciliation with urgency, knowing that Satan seeks to destroy marriages, but Christ desires to restore them.
Father, we ask that You would remove any obstacles—spiritual, emotional, or practical—that stand in the way of their unity. If there are influences, whether from others or from their own flesh, that encourage division, Lord, expose and break those strongholds. Let them remember that **Ecclesiastes 4:12 (WEB)** declares, *"If a man prevails against one who is alone, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken."* Marriage is a threefold cord: husband, wife, and God. Restore that cord, Lord, and let it be unbreakable.
We also pray for wisdom. If there are areas where ### or ### have hardened their hearts or refused to seek forgiveness, convict them deeply. Let them not justify their separation but instead run toward reconciliation, even if it requires humility and sacrifice. **Colossians 3:13-14 (WEB)** reminds us, *"bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also do. Above all these things, walk in love, which is the bond of perfectness."*
Lord Jesus, You are the Great Reconciler. You brought us back to God when we were far off, and You can bring ### and ### back together. Let this separation be a temporary refining, not a permanent rupture. May they seek You first, individually and together, and may their marriage be a testimony of Your redeeming power.
We declare in faith that what God has joined together, no man—or circumstance—can ultimately separate. Let ### and ###’s story be one of restoration, where the enemy’s plans to divide are thwarted, and God’s plan to unite is fulfilled. We ask this in the mighty and holy name of **Jesus Christ**, the One who holds all things together, including marriages. May His peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their hearts and minds as they trust in Him.
Finally, we encourage ### and ###: Do not lose hope. God is able to restore what seems broken beyond repair. Seek Him together in prayer, in His Word, and through godly counsel. **Jeremiah 32:27 (WEB)** assures us, *"Behold, I am Yahweh, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for me?"* Your marriage is not too hard for Him. Turn to Him now, and let this season of separation be the very thing that drives you both back into His arms—and back into one another’s in holy, restored love. Amen.