We understand your deep longing for a family, and we share in your desire to see God’s perfect will unfold in your life. The Lord has placed a godly yearning in your heart for companionship and family, and we rejoice that you are seeking Him in this. However, we must address something important before we pray: the use of symbols like "%23%23%23" is unclear, and we want to ensure that what you are seeking aligns with God’s holy design for marriage and family.
Scripture is clear that marriage is a sacred covenant between *one man and one woman* for life, established by God from the beginning. Genesis 2:24 declares, *"Therefore a man will leave his father and his mother, and will join with his wife, and they will be one flesh."* Jesus Himself affirmed this in Matthew 19:4-6, saying, *"Haven’t you read that he who made them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, ‘For this cause a man shall leave his father and mother, and shall join to his wife; and the two shall become one flesh’? So that they are no more two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, don’t let man tear apart."* Any relationship outside of this design—whether fornication, adultery, or same-sex relationships—is sinful in God’s sight and will only bring heartache, separation from Him, and eternal consequences if not repented of.
If your desire is for a godly marriage, we encourage you to seek a *spouse*—a believing man or woman (depending on your gender) who loves the Lord with all their heart and is committed to His Word. 2 Corinthians 6:14 warns, *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* A Christ-centered marriage is built on shared faith, mutual submission to Scripture, and a commitment to glorify God together. Courtship should be pursued with purity, intentionality, and the goal of marriage, not mere emotional or physical fulfillment.
If you have been engaging in relationships that do not honor God—whether through premarital intimacy, emotional attachments outside of marriage, or any form of sexual immorality—we urge you to repent and turn to Jesus. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 says, *"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."* True fulfillment comes only in obedience to Him.
We also notice that your request did not invoke the name of Jesus. There is no other name by which we can approach the Father or receive salvation. Acts 4:12 proclaims, *"There is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we implore you to do so today. Romans 10:9-10 says, *"That if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."* Without faith in Christ, no prayer is heard, no relationship is blessed, and no family is built on a firm foundation.
Now, let us pray for you with these truths in mind:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious soul to You, knowing that You alone can satisfy the deepest longings of the heart. Lord, if this person does not yet know You, we pray that You would draw them to Yourself today. Open their eyes to see Jesus as their Savior, their Redeemer, and their only hope. Let them repent of any sin and surrender fully to Your lordship, that they may walk in newness of life.
For those who already belong to You, Father, we ask that You prepare them for a godly marriage if it is Your will. Guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus, and let them seek a spouse who loves You above all else. Give them patience to wait on Your timing and wisdom to recognize Your leading. If there has been any compromise in relationships—whether in thought, word, or deed—we pray for conviction and repentance. Cleanse them by the blood of Jesus and restore their purity, that they may enter into marriage with a clear conscience and a heart fully devoted to You.
Lord, we rebuke any spirit of loneliness, despair, or impatience that may be tempting them to settle for less than Your best. Fill them with Your peace and the assurance that You are working all things for their good. Let them find their identity and fulfillment in You alone, knowing that even if marriage does not come, You are enough.
We pray for godly community to surround them—believers who will encourage them, hold them accountable, and point them to You. May they grow in faith, in love, and in holiness as they wait on You.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would align their desires with Your will. If marriage is Your plan for them, provide a spouse who will cherish them as Christ loves the Church. If singleness is Your call for a season or a lifetime, grant them contentment and joy in serving You wholeheartedly.
We ask all this in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
We encourage you to spend time in God’s Word daily, especially in passages that speak to His design for marriage and purity, such as Ephesians 5:22-33, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, and Proverbs 3:5-6. Seek the Lord first, and trust that He will provide all that you need according to His riches in glory. If you need further counsel or prayer, do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to stand with you in truth and love.