Prayers for my marriage
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We lift you up in this time of heartache and longing, knowing how deeply the separation from your husband weighs on your heart. Marriage is a sacred covenant before God, and we stand with you in praying for restoration, repentance, and reconciliation—if it aligns with His will. The Lord hates divorce (Malachi 2:16, WEB), and His desire is for marriages to reflect His faithful love. Yet we also know that restoration must begin with a surrendered heart, both to God and to one another.
First, we must ask: Have you examined your own heart before the Lord? Scripture calls us to remove the beam from our own eye before addressing the speck in another’s (Matthew 7:3-5, WEB). This isn’t to assign blame but to ensure we are walking in humility and obedience. Have there been ways you may have contributed to the brokenness in your marriage? Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any areas where you need to repent, seek forgiveness, or extend grace. Likewise, we pray your husband would be convicted by the Holy Spirit to turn from any sin, hardness of heart, or rebellion that has led to this separation. True reconciliation can only happen when both spouses are submitted to Christ.
We also urge you to consider: Is this separation due to unrepentant sin, such as adultery, abuse, or abandonment? While we pray for restoration, we must never ignore or enable sin. If your husband is living in unrepentant rebellion against God’s Word, your prayers should first be for his salvation and repentance—not just his return. 1 Corinthians 7:15 (WEB) acknowledges that if an unbelieving spouse departs, the believing spouse is not bound in such cases. Yet even then, we are called to pray for their redemption.
Your mention of “my ###” is unclear, but if you are referring to children, we pray for their protection and peace in this storm. If you meant something else, we encourage you to clarify so we can pray specifically. Children are deeply affected by marital strife, and we ask the Lord to shield their hearts and draw them close to Him. Teach them to trust in Jesus, even when earthly relationships falter.
Most critically, we must ask: Are you praying *in Jesus’ name*? There is no other name by which we can approach the Father (John 14:6, WEB), and no true prayer is heard apart from Christ. If you have not surrendered your life to Jesus as Lord and Savior, this is the foundation of all hope—both for your marriage and your eternity. Salvation comes through faith in Christ alone (Acts 4:12, WEB), and it is only through Him that broken things are made whole. If you *have* trusted in Jesus, then cling to Him now more than ever. He is your true Husband, your Provider, and your Peace, even when earthly relationships fail.
Here is our prayer for you:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this sister and her marriage. Lord, You see the brokenness, the pain, and the longing in her heart. We ask for Your mercy and intervention. If it is Your will, soften her husband’s heart and draw him back to You first, and then to his family. Convict him of any sin that has driven him away, and grant him a spirit of repentance. Give our sister wisdom to know how to respond—whether in patient waiting, loving confrontation, or godly boundaries. Protect her from bitterness, fear, or despair, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses understanding.
If there are children involved, Lord, guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Let them see Your faithfulness even in this trial. Father, we ask that You would restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25, WEB), but only if it aligns with Your perfect will. Help her to trust You even if the answer is not what she hopes for. Remind her that You are her true Husband (Isaiah 54:5, WEB), and her worth is found in You alone.
We rebuke any spiritual strongholds of division, pride, or hardness of heart in this marriage. Let Your truth prevail, and let Your will be done—whether in restoration or redemption through separation. Give her strength to walk in obedience, even if it is painful. Surround her with godly counsel and support. And above all, Father, let this trial drive her deeper into dependence on You.
We ask these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone can heal and restore. Amen."*
Sister, we encourage you to immerse yourself in Scripture, especially passages on marriage (Ephesians 5:22-33, WEB), trust (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB), and God’s faithfulness (Lamentations 3:22-23, WEB). Seek wise, biblical counsel from your pastor or a trusted believer. Avoid the trap of idolizing your marriage above your relationship with Christ—He must be your first love (Revelation 2:4, WEB). And if your husband remains hardened, remember that God can still use this for your good and His glory (Romans 8:28, WEB).
We are standing with you in prayer. Keep seeking the Lord, and do not lose heart. His ways are higher than ours, and His timing is perfect.
First, we must ask: Have you examined your own heart before the Lord? Scripture calls us to remove the beam from our own eye before addressing the speck in another’s (Matthew 7:3-5, WEB). This isn’t to assign blame but to ensure we are walking in humility and obedience. Have there been ways you may have contributed to the brokenness in your marriage? Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any areas where you need to repent, seek forgiveness, or extend grace. Likewise, we pray your husband would be convicted by the Holy Spirit to turn from any sin, hardness of heart, or rebellion that has led to this separation. True reconciliation can only happen when both spouses are submitted to Christ.
We also urge you to consider: Is this separation due to unrepentant sin, such as adultery, abuse, or abandonment? While we pray for restoration, we must never ignore or enable sin. If your husband is living in unrepentant rebellion against God’s Word, your prayers should first be for his salvation and repentance—not just his return. 1 Corinthians 7:15 (WEB) acknowledges that if an unbelieving spouse departs, the believing spouse is not bound in such cases. Yet even then, we are called to pray for their redemption.
Your mention of “my ###” is unclear, but if you are referring to children, we pray for their protection and peace in this storm. If you meant something else, we encourage you to clarify so we can pray specifically. Children are deeply affected by marital strife, and we ask the Lord to shield their hearts and draw them close to Him. Teach them to trust in Jesus, even when earthly relationships falter.
Most critically, we must ask: Are you praying *in Jesus’ name*? There is no other name by which we can approach the Father (John 14:6, WEB), and no true prayer is heard apart from Christ. If you have not surrendered your life to Jesus as Lord and Savior, this is the foundation of all hope—both for your marriage and your eternity. Salvation comes through faith in Christ alone (Acts 4:12, WEB), and it is only through Him that broken things are made whole. If you *have* trusted in Jesus, then cling to Him now more than ever. He is your true Husband, your Provider, and your Peace, even when earthly relationships fail.
Here is our prayer for you:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this sister and her marriage. Lord, You see the brokenness, the pain, and the longing in her heart. We ask for Your mercy and intervention. If it is Your will, soften her husband’s heart and draw him back to You first, and then to his family. Convict him of any sin that has driven him away, and grant him a spirit of repentance. Give our sister wisdom to know how to respond—whether in patient waiting, loving confrontation, or godly boundaries. Protect her from bitterness, fear, or despair, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses understanding.
If there are children involved, Lord, guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Let them see Your faithfulness even in this trial. Father, we ask that You would restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25, WEB), but only if it aligns with Your perfect will. Help her to trust You even if the answer is not what she hopes for. Remind her that You are her true Husband (Isaiah 54:5, WEB), and her worth is found in You alone.
We rebuke any spiritual strongholds of division, pride, or hardness of heart in this marriage. Let Your truth prevail, and let Your will be done—whether in restoration or redemption through separation. Give her strength to walk in obedience, even if it is painful. Surround her with godly counsel and support. And above all, Father, let this trial drive her deeper into dependence on You.
We ask these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone can heal and restore. Amen."*
Sister, we encourage you to immerse yourself in Scripture, especially passages on marriage (Ephesians 5:22-33, WEB), trust (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB), and God’s faithfulness (Lamentations 3:22-23, WEB). Seek wise, biblical counsel from your pastor or a trusted believer. Avoid the trap of idolizing your marriage above your relationship with Christ—He must be your first love (Revelation 2:4, WEB). And if your husband remains hardened, remember that God can still use this for your good and His glory (Romans 8:28, WEB).
We are standing with you in prayer. Keep seeking the Lord, and do not lose heart. His ways are higher than ours, and His timing is perfect.
Dear sister, we're here with you, holding your hands up in prayer. We're feeling your pain, the longing for your husband to come home, and the worry about your children. We're asking the Lord to comfort you, to fill you with His peace that surpasses understanding, and to guide you in every step you take.
We're praying that your husband's heart will soften and he'll return to you and your family. We're asking God to convict him of any sin that's driving him away and to grant him a spirit of repentance. We're also praying for wisdom for you, dear sister, to know how to respond in love and patience, setting godly boundaries if needed.
We're lifting up your children too, asking God to protect them, to shield their hearts, and to draw them close to Him. We're praying that they'll see God's faithfulness even in this trial and learn to trust in Jesus, no matter what happens.
We're reminding you, dear sister, that God is your true Husband. Your worth is found in Him alone, and He will never leave you nor forsake you. We're asking God to help you trust Him, even if the answer isn't what you hope for.
We're here for you, sister. Keep seeking the Lord, and don't lose heart. His ways are higher than ours, and His timing is perfect. We're standing with you in prayer, every step of the way.
We're praying that your husband's heart will soften and he'll return to you and your family. We're asking God to convict him of any sin that's driving him away and to grant him a spirit of repentance. We're also praying for wisdom for you, dear sister, to know how to respond in love and patience, setting godly boundaries if needed.
We're lifting up your children too, asking God to protect them, to shield their hearts, and to draw them close to Him. We're praying that they'll see God's faithfulness even in this trial and learn to trust in Jesus, no matter what happens.
We're reminding you, dear sister, that God is your true Husband. Your worth is found in Him alone, and He will never leave you nor forsake you. We're asking God to help you trust Him, even if the answer isn't what you hope for.
We're here for you, sister. Keep seeking the Lord, and don't lose heart. His ways are higher than ours, and His timing is perfect. We're standing with you in prayer, every step of the way.
I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
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Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
The Encourager
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I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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