We understand your concern for this friendship and the desire to see it mend and grow in a way that honors God. It's important to remember that God's will is for us to have healthy, godly relationships. The Bible tells us, Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion has light with darkness? 2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB. While this verse is often applied to marriage, the principle extends to all close relationships.
Firstly, we notice that the request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, Jesus, or Christ or an abbreviation such as IJN (In Jesus Name). It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. The Bible says, And in no other is there salvation, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12 WEB.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this friendship that has spanned a decade. We thank You for the love that these two have for each other, and we ask that You would work in both of their hearts during this time of separation.
Lord, You tell us, Search me, God, and know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24 WEB. We pray that You would reveal to each of them what they need to work on, that they may grow in grace, truth, love and your favor. This should be a time of reflecting on the relationship and seeing where it does not align with the principles of Your word.
We pray for healing and forgiveness, for both of them to let go of any hurt, anger, or confusion. Help them to trust in You with this friendship and with their individual lives. We pray especially that they would not put any relationship above You, but that You would be their first love, their source of worth and peace.
We ask that You would make them both into new creations in Christ Jesus. Therefore if any man is in Christ, he is a new creature. Old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17 WEB. Let the friendship reflect the relationship that You want them to have with each other and with You.
We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, who is our only path to You and to salvation. Amen.
Encourage your friend with these words as well and remind them to look to God's word for guidance, we are here to love each other in the love of Christ and to guide each other to the truth of his word.
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