We hear your cry for clarity and peace in the midst of chaos and confusion in your relationship, and we come before the throne of grace together, seeking the Lord’s will in this matter. The Bible tells us in Proverbs 3:5-6, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* This is a season where you must surrender your own desires and plans, laying them at the feet of Jesus, and asking Him to direct your steps according to His perfect will.
First, we must address the foundation of any relationship that seeks to honor God. If this relationship is not built on Christ as the cornerstone, it will inevitably crumble under the weight of confusion and strife. Jesus said in Matthew 7:24-25, *"Everyone therefore who hears these words of mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man, who built his house on a rock. The rain came down, the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat on that house; and it didn’t fall, for it was founded on the rock."* Is this relationship rooted in a shared commitment to Christ? Are both of you seeking to grow in godliness, or is there compromise in areas that dishonor the Lord? If there is unrepentant sin—such as sexual immorality, unequal yoking with an unbeliever, or a lack of submission to God’s design for marriage—then the chaos you are experiencing may be a direct result of resisting His will.
We must also ask: Are you both pursuing marriage as the God-ordained covenant between one man and one woman, or is this relationship being treated casually, without the intentionality of courtship leading to a lifelong commitment? The Bible is clear in Hebrews 13:4, *"Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the bed be undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers."* If this relationship is not moving toward marriage in a way that honors God, or if it involves sin such as fornication, we must rebuke that in Jesus’ name and call you both to repentance. God’s will is never confusion, but peace and purity (1 Corinthians 14:33).
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble and contrite hearts, lifting up this relationship before Your throne. Lord, we ask that You would reveal Your perfect will in this situation. If this relationship is not of You, we pray that You would bring it to an end, no matter how painful that may be, for we know that Your plans are for good and not for harm (Jeremiah 29:11). If this relationship is Your will, we ask that You would remove the chaos and confusion, replacing it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Father, we rebuke every spirit of strife, deception, and division in Jesus’ name. We declare that this relationship will not be built on shifting sand, but on the solid Rock of Jesus Christ.
Lord, if there is any sin in this relationship—whether it be sexual immorality, pride, unforgiveness, or idolatry—we ask that You would convict hearts and lead to repentance. Cleanse this relationship with the blood of Jesus and restore it to holiness. If marriage is Your will, we pray that You would prepare both hearts to enter into that covenant with reverence, purity, and a shared commitment to serve You. If this relationship is not Your will, we pray for the strength to walk away, trusting that You have something better in store.
Father, we also pray for wisdom. Your Word says in James 1:5, *"But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him."* Grant clarity where there is confusion, and direction where there is uncertainty. Help this individual to seek You above all else, for You alone are the Author of true love and peace. May they not be swayed by emotions or worldly desires, but by Your Spirit and Your Word.
We also lift up any areas where this relationship may be causing distraction from Your purpose. Lord, if this relationship is pulling them away from You, we ask that You would break those chains and draw them back into Your presence. Help them to seek first Your kingdom and Your righteousness (Matthew 6:33), knowing that all else will fall into place according to Your will.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would guard their heart. Proverbs 4:23 says, *"Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life."* Protect them from making decisions out of fear, loneliness, or impatience. Fill them with Your love, so that they may love others as You have loved them (John 13:34). And if this relationship is not Your will, we pray that You would heal any wounds and restore joy in Your presence.
We declare that no weapon formed against this individual or this relationship will prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and that Your will shall be done. We trust You, Lord, to order their steps and to bring about Your perfect plan in their life. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
In this season, we encourage you to draw near to God through prayer, fasting, and the study of His Word. Seek godly counsel from mature believers who can speak truth into your life. Remember that God’s timing is perfect, and His plans for you are good. If this relationship is causing more turmoil than peace, it may be a sign that it is not aligned with His will. Trust Him to close doors that should not be opened and to open doors that lead to life and blessing.
You are not alone in this journey. The Lord is with you, and He is faithful to complete the good work He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and He will lead you into all truth.