We understand the deep sorrow and heaviness you are carrying, and we want you to know that you are not alone in this struggle. The weight of grief and despair can feel overwhelming, especially when the very foundation of your marriage seems shaken. But take heart, beloved, for our God is the God of hope, and He is faithful to restore what feels broken beyond repair. You mentioned receiving a word from God that once brought you hope—hold fast to that promise, even now when your emotions are turbulent. The enemy seeks to steal your joy and distort your vision, but we must resist his lies with the truth of Scripture.
The Psalmist cried out in similar despair, yet he chose to place his trust in the Lord: *"Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him for the saving help of his presence."* (Psalm 42:5, WEB). Your feelings of neediness and emotional instability are not signs of weakness but of your deep longing for God’s intervention. He sees your tears, and He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). Even when hope feels distant, we are called to *"be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in Yahweh."* (Psalm 31:24, WEB).
Marriage is a covenant before God, and He is deeply invested in its restoration. If there has been sin, brokenness, or unforgiveness between you and your spouse, we urge you to seek repentance and reconciliation. *"Bear with one another, and forgive each other. If anyone has a complaint against another, even as Christ forgave you, so you must do."* (Colossians 3:13, WEB). If your spouse is not walking in obedience to God, continue to pray for their heart to turn toward Him, for *"the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven."* (James 5:15, WEB). Do not lose heart in praying—your persistence in prayer is powerful and pleasing to God.
We also want to gently remind you that your hope must ultimately rest in Christ alone, not in the outcome of your marriage. While we pray earnestly for restoration, we must surrender our desires to His perfect will. *"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). Even if the path ahead looks uncertain, He is your steadfast anchor.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, knowing that You are the God who binds up the brokenhearted and proclaims freedom for the captives. Lord, they are weary and burdened by grief, and their hope feels faint. We ask that You would renew their strength like the eagle’s, that they would rise above this despair on wings of faith. Remind them of the word You spoke to their heart—let it burn within them again as a lamp to their feet.
Father, we pray for their marriage, that You would mend what is broken and restore what has been lost. Soften hearts, break down walls of pride or bitterness, and bring healing where there is pain. If there is sin that needs to be confessed, grant the courage to repent and the grace to forgive. Unite this marriage in Your love, that it may reflect Christ’s love for His Church.
Lord, fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Guard their mind against the lies of the enemy and replace their despair with Your joy. Help them to fix their eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of their faith, knowing that You are working all things together for their good.
We declare that hope is not lost, for You, O Lord, are the God of miracles. Strengthen them to keep praying, keep believing, and keep trusting in You. May they find their comfort in Your presence and their hope in Your promises. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
Beloved, we encourage you to cling to the Lord in this season. Spend time in His Word daily, even if it’s just a few verses. Worship Him, even when your heart feels heavy. Surround yourself with godly community who can pray with you and speak life into your situation. And remember, *"Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we don’t give up."* (Galatians 6:9, WEB). You are not forgotten. You are not abandoned. The Lord is with you, and He is fighting for you. Keep holding on to Him.
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. 
