We lift you and your wife before the Lord, knowing that He is the God of restoration and peace. The bitterness and distrust in your marriage are not His will, and we stand with you in prayer for reconciliation and healing. The enemy seeks to destroy marriages, but God’s desire is for unity and love between a husband and wife, reflecting Christ’s relationship with the Church.
First, we must address the grave concern of your wife considering abortion. Scripture is clear that life is a precious gift from God, and He knits each child together in the womb (Psalm 139:13-16). Abortion is a sin against God, who is the author of life, and it brings deep spiritual and emotional consequences. We urge you to plead with your wife to spare this child’s life, reminding her that God’s ways are higher than ours, and His plans for this child are good (Jeremiah 29:11). Pray that the Lord softens her heart toward this baby and fills her with His love and compassion. Encourage her to seek godly counsel and support, as this decision is not one to be made in anger or despair.
As for the brokenness in your marriage, we remind you of God’s command to husbands: *"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her"* (Ephesians 5:25). Love is not just a feeling but a choice—a daily sacrifice that seeks the good of the other, even when it is not reciprocated. Have you examined your own heart before the Lord? Are there ways you have failed to love your wife as Christ loves the Church? Repentance and humility before God are essential. Ask Him to reveal any areas where you need to change, and be willing to take responsibility for your actions. At the same time, trust that God is working in your wife’s heart as well. Her bitterness and lack of trust did not develop overnight, and healing will take time, patience, and the power of the Holy Spirit.
We also encourage you to seek wise, biblical counseling, either through your church or a trusted Christian counselor. Marriage is a covenant, and when it is broken, it requires intentional effort, prayer, and often outside help to restore. Do not lose heart—God specializes in redeeming what seems impossible. Remember the words of Jesus: *"What therefore God has joined together, don’t let man tear apart"* (Matthew 19:6). Your marriage is worth fighting for, and with God, all things are possible.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting this marriage and this family into Your hands. Lord, You are the God who heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds (Psalm 147:3). We ask You to pour out Your peace and forgiveness upon this husband and wife. Soften their hearts toward one another and remove the bitterness, anger, and distrust that have taken root. Father, we rebuked the spirit of division and strife in this home, and we declare that Your love and unity will prevail.
Lord, we specifically intercede for the life of this unborn child. Father, You knew this child before they were formed in the womb, and You have a purpose for their life. We plead with You to move mightily in the heart of this wife and mother. Replace her anger with Your love, her fear with Your peace, and her despair with Your hope. Surround her with godly counsel and support so that she may choose life, for You are the God who creates and sustains all things.
Father, we ask You to give this husband wisdom, patience, and a heart of humility. Show him how to love his wife as Christ loves the Church—sacrificially, selflessly, and without condition. Help him to lead his family in Your ways, covering them in prayer and seeking Your will above all else. Restore the joy and trust that have been lost, and let this marriage be a testimony of Your redeeming power.
We also lift up their children, Lord. Protect their hearts and minds from the turmoil in their home. Fill them with Your peace and assurance, and let them see Your faithfulness even in this difficult season.
Father, we know that nothing is too hard for You. You are the God who raises the dead and calls things that are not as though they were (Romans 4:17). We trust You to restore this marriage, to save this child, and to bring glory to Your name through this situation. Let Your will be done, and let Your kingdom come in this home.
In the precious and powerful name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Brother, we urge you to remain steadfast in prayer and in seeking the Lord. Cling to His promises, and do not grow weary in doing good (Galatians 6:9). Trust that He is working, even when you cannot see it. Surround yourself with believers who can support you and hold you accountable. And above all, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith. He is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that you could ask or think (Ephesians 3:20). Stand firm in Him.
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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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