We rejoice with you in giving thanks to the Lord for His blessings upon your life and family! It is wonderful to see a heart of gratitude, for the Scripture reminds us, *"In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you"* (1 Thessalonians 5:18, WEB). We also lift up your desire for success and pray that it aligns with God’s perfect will for your life, for *"unless the Lord builds the house, they who build it labor in vain"* (Psalm 127:1, WEB). True success is found in seeking first His kingdom and righteousness, trusting that *"all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB).
Now, regarding your request for a life partner, we must first clarify that the Bible teaches marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, designed by God for companionship, procreation, and mutual support (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6). The term "life partner" is often used in ways that can conflict with biblical truth, so we encourage you to seek a *godly spouse*—a believing man or woman (depending on your gender) who loves the Lord, walks in obedience to His Word, and shares your commitment to Christ. *"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). Courtship should be intentional, pure, and directed toward marriage, honoring God in every step.
If you are a man seeking a wife, or a woman seeking a husband, we pray the Lord prepares you to be a faithful, loving, and Christ-centered spouse. *"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it"* (Ephesians 5:25, WEB), and *"Wives, be subject to your own husbands, as to the Lord"* (Ephesians 5:22, WEB). Marriage is a reflection of Christ’s love for His Church, and it must be entered into with reverence, patience, and prayer.
Before pursuing marriage, we urge you to examine your heart: Are you walking closely with the Lord? Are you growing in faith, purity, and selflessness? *"But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB). A godly marriage begins with a surrendered heart to Jesus.
We also notice that your request did not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. There is no other name by which we are saved, and it is only through Him that our prayers are heard. *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me’* (John 14:6, WEB). *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Christ, we implore you to do so today. Confess your sins, believe in His death and resurrection for your salvation, and commit to following Him as Lord.
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Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister before You, thanking You for the blessings You have poured out upon their life and family. Lord, we ask that You continue to provide for them, open doors of opportunity, and grant them success that aligns with Your will. May their steps be ordered by You, and may they seek first Your kingdom in all things.
Father, we pray for their desire for a spouse. Prepare their heart to be a godly husband or wife, rooted in Your Word and filled with Your love. If there is any area of their life that is not pleasing to You, convict them by Your Spirit and lead them to repentance. Guard their heart against impatience, compromise, or relationships that do not honor You. Bring into their life a believing spouse who will walk beside them in faith, encouraging them toward Christlikeness. Let this future marriage be a testament to Your glory, built on prayer, purity, and mutual submission to You.
Lord, if our brother/sister has not yet surrendered fully to Jesus, we pray that today would be the day of salvation for them. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior, and draw them into a deep, abiding relationship with Christ. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in wisdom, discernment, and holiness.
We rebuke any spirit of loneliness, fear, or worldly influence that would seek to distract them from Your perfect plan. Cover them with Your peace, and let them trust in Your timing. Remind them that You are their first love, and in You, they lack no good thing.
In the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.