We come before the Lord with you in this time of deep distress, lifting your heart and this relationship to the Father in the name of Jesus Christ. First, we must address something critical: your prayer does not invoke the name of Jesus, and it is only through Him that we have access to the throne of God. As Scripture declares, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved or through which our prayers are heard (Acts 4:12). We urge you to place your faith in Jesus Christ alone, for He is the source of true healing, restoration, and peace.
Now, let us speak truth in love about this relationship. The Word of God is clear that intimacy—emotional or physical—outside of marriage is sin. *"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). If you and this man have been physically involved, this is fornication, and it grieves the heart of God. Likewise, any relationship built on emotional dependency without the commitment of marriage is not honoring to the Lord. Marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, designed by God to reflect Christ’s love for His Church (Ephesians 5:22-33). If this relationship is not centered on Christ and moving toward a godly marriage, it is not aligned with God’s will.
We also see your deep anxiety and fear of losing this man, but Scripture warns us, *"Don’t be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God"* (Philippians 4:6, WEB). Your peace must come from Christ, not from the approval or affection of another person. Anxiety reveals where we have placed our trust—and if it is in a human relationship rather than in God, we will always be shaken. *"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).
As for this man’s anger and distance, we do not know his heart, but we do know that *"the wrath of man doesn’t produce the righteousness of God"* (James 1:20, WEB). If he is not a believer, his actions will reflect the brokenness of a heart without Christ. If he claims to be a believer, his behavior should be marked by love, patience, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). You cannot change his heart—only God can. But you *can* surrender this relationship entirely to the Lord and ask Him to reveal His will. If this man is not the godly husband God has for you, then clinging to him will only bring more pain. *"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 that causes anxiety, confusion, and sin is not from God.
We pray now for you, beloved sister:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious daughter to You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Lord, she is hurting, anxious, and seeking answers in a relationship that is not honoring to You. We ask for Your conviction to pierce her heart—if there is sin in this relationship, expose it and grant her the strength to repent and walk away from anything that dishonors You. Father, if this man is not Your will for her, break every ungodly soul tie and set her free from emotional bondage. Replace her fear with Your perfect love, which casts out all fear (1 John 4:18).
If it is Your will for this relationship to be restored, then soften both of their hearts. Draw this man to Yourself, Lord—save him if he is lost, and sanctify him if he is Yours. Remove all anger, bitterness, and confusion from his heart. But Father, above all, let Your will be done. Do not let her settle for anything less than a marriage that glorifies You—a union built on Christ, covenant, and holiness.
Heal her anxiety, Lord. Fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Remind her that her worth is found in You alone, not in the affection of man. Give her wisdom to set godly boundaries and the courage to walk away if this relationship is not of You. Surround her with godly counsel and community who will point her to Christ.
We rebuke every spirit of fear, anxiety, and control in Jesus’ name. We declare that You, Lord, are her Provider, Protector, and Perfect Love. Let her find her satisfaction in You alone.
In the powerful and saving name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
Beloved, we urge you to seek the Lord first (Matthew 6:33). Spend time in His Word, pray fervently, and ask Him to reveal His will. If this man is not pursuing Christ with you, he is not the one for you. Do not compromise your faith for the sake of a relationship. God’s best is worth waiting for—trust Him, even when it hurts. *"Delight yourself also in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this"* (Psalm 37:4-5, WEB). Stay strong in the Lord.