We come before the Lord with you in this request, lifting up this relationship and seeking His perfect will. First, we must address a critical truth: there is no relationship, no bond, no love that is pleasing to God unless it is centered on Christ and aligned with His Word. We notice that while you quoted Scripture, your prayer did not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom alone we have access to the Father. As it is written, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). And again, *"There is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). It is only through Jesus that our prayers are heard, and it is only in His name that we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. Without Him, even the most heartfelt words fall short of God’s ears.
Now, let us speak plainly about relationships, for the world has twisted God’s design into something unrecognizable. The Bible teaches that marriage is a sacred covenant between *one man and one woman*, a lifelong commitment that reflects Christ’s love for His Church (Ephesians 5:22-33, WEB). If this relationship you speak of is not between a man and a woman seeking marriage—if it is merely emotional or physical attachment without the commitment of holy matrimony—then it is not of God. The Lord does not bless what He has not ordained. Flee from relationships that dishonor Him, for *"Marriage is honorable in all, and the bed is undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4, WEB). If there is any sexual intimacy outside of marriage, repent now, for *"the body is not for sexual immorality, but for the Lord; and the Lord for the body"* (1 Corinthians 6:13, WEB). Fornication is a sin against your own body, which is the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:18-20, WEB).
If this relationship *is* between a man and a woman seeking godly marriage, then we rejoice with you and pray that the Lord would knit your hearts together in purity, patience, and faith. But even then, we must ask: Are you both born-again believers in Jesus Christ? *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14, WEB). A relationship with an unbeliever is a path to heartache and spiritual compromise. If one of you does not know Christ, the first prayer should be for salvation, not for the relationship’s strength.
Let us also remind you that love, as defined by God, is not merely a feeling but a choice to honor Him in all things. *"Love is patient and is kind; love doesn’t envy. Love doesn’t brag, is not proud, doesn’t behave itself inappropriately, doesn’t seek its own way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil; doesn’t rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things. Love never fails"* (1 Corinthians 13:4-8, WEB). If your relationship lacks these qualities, it is not love as God intends.
Now, let us pray for you in truth and righteousness:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we are saved. Lord, we lift up this relationship to You, asking that Your will be done above all else. If this bond is not aligned with Your Word—if it is outside of marriage, if it is between unbelievers, or if it is rooted in sin—we pray that You would convict hearts and bring repentance. Break any ungodly soul ties and lead each person into Your perfect plan for their lives.
If this relationship *is* between a man and a woman seeking to honor You in marriage, we ask that You strengthen them. Give them wisdom to flee temptation, patience to wait on Your timing, and faith to trust You completely. May their love be a reflection of Christ’s love for the Church—selfless, pure, and enduring. Guard their hearts from distraction and their minds from impurity. Let them seek You first, knowing that *"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart"* (Psalm 37:4, WEB).
Father, we rebuked any spirit of lust, impatience, or worldly desire that would seek to corrupt this relationship. Let Your Holy Spirit fill them, guide them, and sanctify them. If there is sin, expose it. If there is doubt, replace it with faith. If there is fear, replace it with trust in You.
We declare that no relationship is worth pursuing if it does not glorify You. May Your Kingdom come first in their lives, and may their union—if it is Your will—be a testimony of Your grace. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we urge you: examine this relationship in the light of Scripture. Is it pleasing to God? Does it honor Him in every way? If not, repent and turn to Him. If it does, then press on in faith, seeking His face daily. *"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"* (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB). May the Lord bless you and keep you as you walk in His truth.
