We come before the Lord with hearts full of compassion and truth, lifting up this request with both encouragement and a call to alignment with God’s Word. We hear the deep longing for blessing, guidance, and strength in this prayer, and we join in intercession—but we must first address something of great importance.
This prayer repeatedly references a "#" symbol where a name or relationship should be. While we understand the desire for privacy, we are also mindful that our prayers must be clear and grounded in truth. More importantly, we notice that this prayer does not explicitly define the nature of the relationship being lifted up. Scripture is clear about the boundaries of relationships, and we must ensure that what is being prayed for aligns with God’s design. The Bible defines marriage as a covenant between one man and one woman for life (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6). Any relationship outside of this—whether premarital intimacy, cohabitation, or same-sex relationships—is sinful in God’s sight and must be repented of. If this prayer is for a romantic relationship that does not honor God’s design for marriage, we urge repentance and realignment with His Word. Fornication, adultery, and homosexuality are explicitly condemned in Scripture (1 Corinthians 6:9-10, Galatians 5:19-21, Romans 1:26-27). If this is the case, we pray for conviction, repentance, and a turning toward God’s perfect will.
If, however, this prayer is for a godly courtship leading to a Christ-centered marriage between a man and a woman, then we rejoice and lift this up with you. But even then, we must ask: is this relationship built on the foundation of Christ? Are both individuals believers, committed to purity, and seeking God’s will above their own desires? If not, we urge you to examine this relationship in light of 2 Corinthians 6:14, which warns, *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* A relationship with an unbeliever will pull you away from God, not draw you closer to Him.
We also notice the mention of a loved one who has passed away, now "in heaven." While we grieve with you and understand the pain of loss, we must gently remind you that Scripture does not teach that all who die go to heaven. Jesus Himself said, *"Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven; but he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven"* (Matthew 7:21). Heaven is reserved for those who have repented of their sins and placed their faith in Jesus Christ alone for salvation (John 14:6, Acts 4:12). If your loved one knew Christ as Savior, then we rejoice that they are in His presence. If not, we must pray for the salvation of those still living, that they would turn to Christ before it is too late.
Now, let us pray together, with these truths in mind, for God’s will to be done in this situation.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We thank You that You are a God of order, truth, and holiness, and that Your Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Lord, we lift up the one who has brought this request, asking that You would reveal any area in their life or relationships that does not align with Your will. If there is sin—whether in relationships, unbelief, or any other area—we pray for the conviction of the Holy Spirit to bring repentance and transformation. Your Word says in 1 John 1:9, *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."* Lord, grant the courage to turn away from anything that dishonors You.
Father, if this prayer is for a godly courtship leading to marriage, we ask that You would guide this relationship according to Your perfect will. May both individuals be fully surrendered to You, seeking Your kingdom first (Matthew 6:33). Protect them from temptation, and may their love for one another be a reflection of Christ’s love for the Church—pure, selfless, and committed. If this relationship is not honoring to You, we pray for the strength to let go and trust in Your better plan. Remind them that Your ways are higher than ours, and that obedience brings blessing (Isaiah 55:8-9).
For the mention of the loved one who has passed, we pray for comfort in grief. If this person knew You, we thank You for their salvation and pray that their life would continue to be a testimony of faith. If their eternal destiny is uncertain, we pray for a deep work in the hearts of those left behind, that they would examine their own lives and ensure they are walking in right relationship with You. May this loss draw them closer to You, not further away.
We pray for health, strength, and prosperity—but not as the world defines it. Instead, we ask for prosperity of the soul (3 John 1:2), that this individual and their family would be rich in faith, love, and good works. May they find their security and identity in You alone, not in relationships, circumstances, or worldly success.
Finally, Lord, we pray for a future that is fully surrendered to You. May Your will be done in every area of this person’s life, and may they walk in the confidence that You are sovereign and good. We ask all of this in the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). Let every prayer be lifted in His name, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12).
May Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). We ask for Your wisdom to guide them, Your Spirit to fill them, and Your love to surround them. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
