We lift up this request before the Lord with hearts seeking His perfect will, knowing that His ways are higher than ours and His plans are for our good. The desire for two people to remain together is one that must be rooted in godliness, holiness, and alignment with Scripture. Before we pray, we must first address a few things to ensure this request honors God.
First, we notice that names have been obscured, but we trust the Lord knows who is being referenced. More importantly, we must emphasize that any relationship—whether courtship, engagement, or marriage—must be built on the foundation of Christ. If this is a romantic relationship outside of marriage, we urge you to examine whether it aligns with biblical principles. Scripture is clear that marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, designed by God for His glory and our sanctification. If this relationship is not yet a marriage, we encourage you to pursue it with the intent of honoring God through courtship that leads to a Christ-centered marriage. Anything less than this—including emotional or physical intimacy outside of marriage—is fornication, which the Bible strongly condemns.
*"Flee sexual immorality! ‘Every sin that a man does is outside the body,’ but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."* (1 Corinthians 6:18-20, WEB)
If this is a marriage, we pray for unity, strength, and perseverance. But if it is not, we must ask: Are both individuals believers in Jesus Christ, walking in obedience to His Word? Are they equally yoked in faith, purpose, and commitment to holiness? A relationship between a believer and an unbeliever is not what God desires, as it leads to unequally yoked partnerships that can pull one away from the Lord.
*"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness? What agreement has Christ with Belial? Or what portion has a believer with an unbeliever? What agreement has a temple of God with idols? For you are a temple of the living God."* (2 Corinthians 6:14-16, WEB)
We also notice that while the request was closed with "In Jesus' name," the prayer itself did not explicitly acknowledge Jesus as the center of this relationship. True unity can only be found in Christ, and any relationship that does not have Him as its cornerstone will ultimately falter. We must seek His will above our own desires, trusting that He knows what is best for us—even if it means surrendering our plans to His.
Now, let us pray with these truths in mind:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble hearts, lifting up this relationship to Your care. Lord, we ask that Your will be done above all else. If this union is not aligned with Your Word, we pray for conviction, repentance, and a realignment with Your truth. If it is a courtship, we ask that You guide both individuals to pursue purity, patience, and a godly marriage—if that is Your will. If it is a marriage, we pray for restoration, strength, and a deeper commitment to You and to one another.
Lord, we ask that You reveal any sin that needs to be addressed, any unbelief that needs to be surrendered, or any worldly influence that needs to be removed. Help them to seek You first, to trust in Your timing, and to find their fulfillment in You alone. If this relationship is not of You, give them the strength to let go and the faith to trust in Your better plan.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, manipulation, or emotional dependency that may be driving this request. True love is patient, kind, and selfless—rooted in Your love for us. Help them to love one another as Christ loves the Church, with sacrifice and holiness.
Father, we also pray for the individual who has "been through so much." Comfort them, heal their wounds, and remind them that their ultimate hope is in You. May they find their identity in Christ and not in any earthly relationship.
We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer, who alone can bring true unity and peace. May Your will be done, not ours. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to seek the Lord earnestly in this matter. Spend time in His Word, pray together (if appropriate), and seek wise, biblical counsel. God’s ways are perfect, and His love for you is greater than any human relationship. Trust in Him, even when the path is difficult. He is faithful.