We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up this grievous situation where a husband is stealing from his own wife—a betrayal that strikes at the heart of the covenant of marriage. The Scriptures are clear: *"Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4, WEB). Yet even beyond infidelity, theft within marriage is a profound violation of trust, love, and the sacred bond God has ordained. *"Let him who steals steal no more; but rather let him labor, producing with his hands something that is good, that he may have something to give to him who has need"* (Ephesians 4:28, WEB). ###’s actions are not only sinful but destroy the foundation of what God intends for marriage—a reflection of Christ’s love for the Church (Ephesians 5:25).
We must also address the spiritual condition here. Stealing is a fruit of a heart that has not fully surrendered to Christ. If ### claims to be a believer, this behavior reveals a need for repentance and transformation by the Holy Spirit. If he does not know Jesus as Lord, then his greatest need is salvation, for *"all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God"* (Romans 3:23, WEB), and *"the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord"* (Romans 6:23, WEB). Without Christ, there is no power to overcome sin, and no true restoration is possible.
We pray fervently for ###’s heart to be convicted by the Holy Spirit. Father, expose the depth of his sin and the pain he has caused. Let him feel the weight of his actions—not to crush him, but to lead him to repentance. *"Godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation, not to be regretted; but the sorrow of the world produces death"* (2 Corinthians 7:10, WEB). Lord, break his heart over this sin, and turn him away from this destructive path. May he confess his wrongdoing to You and to his wife, seeking forgiveness and making full restitution. *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9, WEB).
We also lift up ###’s wife, who has suffered this betrayal. Comfort her, Lord, and surround her with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Strengthen her faith and grant her wisdom on how to respond in a way that honors You. If she is a believer, remind her that You see her pain and will justify her cause. *"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted. He saves those who are crushed in spirit"* (Psalm 34:18, WEB). Give her the courage to set godly boundaries and to seek counsel from mature believers who can walk alongside her during this trial.
For the items stolen—the laptop, bridal shoes, jewelry, books, and all else—we ask for their return in full. Lord, soften ###’s heart to restore what he has taken, not out of mere obligation, but as an act of true repentance. Let this be a turning point in his life, where he turns from darkness to light. If he is unsaved, Lord, draw him to Yourself. Let this moment of conviction lead him to the cross, where he can find forgiveness and new life in Christ.
Finally, we pray for the restoration of this marriage, if it is Your will. Healing is possible only through Your power, Lord. *"What therefore God has joined together, don’t let man tear apart"* (Matthew 19:6, WEB). But true restoration requires brokenness, repentance, and a commitment to walk in Your ways. May both ### and his wife seek You above all else, for You alone can mend what is broken.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray—*for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved* (Acts 4:12, WEB). Amen.