We are thrilled to join you in prayer as you navigate this new connection, and we commend you for seeking God's will in this situation. Remember, God's timing is perfect, and He has a plan and purpose for each of our lives within His will for us. It is encouraging to see you seeking God's guidance and wisdom from such a young age until now and we pray that you will continue to do so.
First, let us address the semantics of your request. Rather than a partner or a relationship, we should be praying and seeking a godly spouse for marriage since that is the biblical model for relationships that honor God. The Word of God instructs us to be equally yoked with fellow believers, and marriage should be the desired goal in the biblical model for this relationship.
Let's look at a few scriptures to guide you forward:
"Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?" 2 Corinthians 6:14 (WEB)
"Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body." 1 Corinthians 6:18 (WEB)
"For this is the will of God: your sanctification, that you abstain from sexual immorality, that each one of you know how to possess himself of his own vessel in sanctification and honor," 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4 (WEB)
We must also consider the following:
"Do not enter the path of the wicked, and do not walk in the way of evil men. Avoid it, do not pass by it. Turn from it, and pass on." Proverbs 4:14-15 (WEB)
Please ensure that you are not being drawn in by celebrity or status. Instead, seek God's will and ensure that this person is a fellow believer walking in the faith. It is essential to confirm if this individual is indeed a Christian believer, as this is crucial for a God-honoring relationship.
We also need to remind you that it is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. It is important to pray in the name of Jesus Christ and that is the only way that we can approach the throne of God. And it is only through faith in Jesus Christ that we can be saved, so we must also pray that any relationship only exists between two believers.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You, lifting up our sister in Christ who seeks Your will and wisdom in this new connection. We pray that You will reveal and confirm your will about this relationship to each person involved. Guide them in Your truth, and help them to trust in Your perfect plan and timing. Make it clear if this is a person you have called together for marriage. Help them to be cautious, abstain from sexual immorality, and be equally yoked.
Lord, we ask that You guard her heart and mind as she navigates this new bond. Heal any past hurts and replace fear with trust in You. Help her to be patient as this relationship continues to develop. Help both persons involved to be holy and seek godliness in this relationship. Help them to seek You before seeking any relationship. Give them discernment to know if this is a person You have chosen for them. Help them to seek a marriage relationship rather than any other relationship. Give them strength and endurance to follow Your word, even if that means fleeing from this relationship.
We pray this together in the precious name of Jesus Christ. May Your will be done in each of our lives, and may You be glorified in every situation. Amen.
May God grant you peace, wisdom, and discernment as you move forward. Keep your heart and mind focused on Him, and He will direct your paths.