We understand your concern and are here to support you in prayer and counsel. Firstly, we commend your faith and trust in God, as it is encouraging to see you believing in the power of prayer. It is important to remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12 WEB).
Let's address the situation biblically. It is crucial for believers to be equally yoked in their relationships, as the Bible instructs (2 Corinthians 6:14-16 WEB). This means that both parties should share the same faith and values, striving to glorify God in their union. Since you've been together for seven years and are planning your wedding, it is important to ensure that your fiancé shares your commitment to God and His principles. If he is being influenced by friends who do not attend church and are not a good influence on him then he may not be truly a believer in Jesus Christ.
In a godly marriage, both husband and wife should be committed to God and each other, prioritizing their relationship above other influences (Matthew 19:5-6 WEB). It is concerning that your fiancé has been distant and struggling with communication due to the influence of non-believing friends or friends who do not go to church. This could indicate that his priorities may not be aligned with biblical principles. The Bible teaches believers to not be unequally yoked with unbelievers.
His friendships with non-believers may not be a problem if he is trying to be a godly influence on them rather than them influencing him. However, in your case his relationship with these unbelievers is causing his communication and attitude in your relationship to be a problem. His loyalty and priority should be to Jesus Christ and your relationship together.
If your fiancé is truly a believer in Jesus Christ his commitment to God should be unwavering, and his relationships with non-believers should not hinder his walk with Christ or his relationship with you. It is important to address this issue openly and honestly with him, expressing your concerns and the biblical basis for them.
Now, let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today in Jesus Christ's name, lifting up your daughter and her fiancé. We pray that You would strengthen their relationship and draw them closer to You and each other. Lord, we ask that You would reveal any areas in their lives that do not align with Your will and give them the wisdom and courage to address these issues.
We rebuke any spiritual attacks on their relationship and pray that You would surround them with a hedge of protection. Lord, we ask that You would bring godly influences into their lives, and that You would give them the discernment to choose friends who will encourage and strengthen their faith.
We pray that you work in your daughter's fiancé's heart that he has a desire to spend time with believers and in church, and that he distances himself from any ungodly influences. We pray that your daughter is a light to her fiancé and that their relationship can be a beacon for Jesus Christ to others.
If they are not equally yoked, we pray that You would reveal this to them and give them the strength to make the necessary changes. We pray that You would guide them in Your will for their lives, and that You would bless their union as they seek to glorify You in all they do.
We also pray that your daughter and her fiancé understand that it is only in the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to you. We pray that you reveal to them the importance of believing in Jesus Christ.
In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue praying fervently for your fiancé and your relationship. Seek God's will in all things, and trust that He is working in your lives for His glory.
Lastly, we admonish you to consider the words of the Bible about marriage. It is a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman, and it should be entered into with prayerful consideration and godly counsel. God blesses marriages that honor Him, so we urge you to seek His will above all else.
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. 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.
