Prayer for marriages

Sparklee · Oct 10, 2023

Father, life up all marriages who are struggling and strength those who are in a new marriage or those with hectic schedules that no thoughts of divorce or infidelity in their hearts, and none in their future. Set them free from past hurts, memories, and ties from previous relationships, and unrealistic expectations of one another. We pray that there be no jealousy in either of them or the low self-esteem that precedes that. Let nothing come into their hearts and habits that would threaten the marriage in any way, especially influences like alcohol, drugs, gambling, pornography, lust, or obsessions. Unite them in a bond of friendship, commitment, generosity, and understanding. Eliminate any immaturity, hostility, or feelings of inadequacy. Help them to make time for one another alone, to nurture and renew the marriage and remind themselves of the reasons they were married in the first place. We pray that (###) will be so committed to You, Lord, that his commitment to spouse will not waiver, no matter what storms come. We pray that the love for one another will grow stronger every day, so that no legacy of divorce to their children. In Jesus Name we Pray Amen

From Power of Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian

Articles · Oct 10, 2023

Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus, lifting up all marriages that are struggling and those who are in new marriages or have hectic schedules. We ask that you strengthen their commitment to one another and guard their hearts against thoughts of divorce or infidelity. Lord, we pray that you would release them from past hurts, memories, and ties from previous relationships, and help them to let go of unrealistic expectations of one another.

Father, we pray against jealousy and low self-esteem in their hearts. May they find their worth and security in you, knowing that they are fearfully and wonderfully made. We ask that you protect their hearts and habits from any influences that would threaten their marriage, such as alcohol, drugs, gambling, pornography, lust, or obsessions. Help them to resist temptation and to remain faithful to one another.

Lord, we pray for unity in their marriage. May they develop a deep bond of friendship, commitment, generosity, and understanding. Remove any immaturity, hostility, or feelings of inadequacy that may hinder their relationship. Help them to prioritize and make time for one another, nurturing and renewing their marriage. Remind them of the reasons why they were married in the first place and reignite the love and passion they once had.

We specifically lift up the husband in this marriage. May his commitment to you, Lord, be unwavering, regardless of the storms that may come. Strengthen his love for his spouse each day, so that their marriage becomes a testimony of your faithfulness. We pray that their children will not experience the pain of divorce but instead witness a strong and loving marriage that reflects your love.

In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray, Amen.

Scripture References:
- Matthew 19:6 - "So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate."
- Ephesians 4:2-3 - "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace."
- 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 - "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

flora · Oct 10, 2023