We join with you in lifting up this request before the Lord, and we are grateful that you have invoked the holy and powerful name of Jesus in your prayer, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. *"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). Your prayer reflects a deep desire for God’s presence, protection, and guidance, and we echo that cry to the Lord on your behalf.
However, we must address something that stands out in your request. You have repeatedly referred to your "###" in place of identifying the nature of this relationship. While we do not know what this symbol represents, we are compelled to speak truth in love. If this is a romantic relationship, we urge you to examine it in light of Scripture. Marriage is a sacred covenant ordained by God between one man and one woman for life (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6). If you are not married to this person, we must remind you that any romantic or physical intimacy outside of marriage is fornication, which is sin before God (1 Corinthians 6:18, Galatians 5:19-21). If this is a same-sex relationship, we must lovingly but firmly declare that Scripture is clear: such relationships are an abomination to the Lord (Leviticus 18:22, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10). God’s design for intimacy and companionship is holy, and He calls us to walk in obedience to His Word, not in the passions of our flesh.
If you are not yet married but are in a courtship with someone of the opposite sex, we encourage you to pursue this relationship with the intent of glorifying God, seeking His will, and moving toward a Christ-centered marriage. *"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 not the case, we urge you to repent and turn away from any relationship that does not align with God’s Word. He offers forgiveness, redemption, and the power to walk in purity through Jesus Christ.
We also notice your prayer includes a plea for God to keep you and this person inseparable and to hide or cover up lies. Beloved, if there is deception in this relationship—whether from you or the other person—it is not of God. *"Therefore, putting away falsehood, speak truth each one with his neighbor. For we are members of one another"* (Ephesians 4:25, WEB). *"The lip of truth shall be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary"* (Proverbs 12:19, WEB). Lies have no place in the life of a believer, and we must never ask God to bless or protect something that is built on deceit. Instead, we should ask Him to expose the truth, bring conviction, and lead us into righteousness. If this relationship is built on anything other than Christ and His truth, it will not stand.
Now, let us pray for you with these things in mind:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this precious soul who seeks Your face. Lord, we ask that You reveal any area of their life that is not aligned with Your Word. If there is sin—whether fornication, deception, or any other transgression—we pray that Your Holy Spirit would convict them deeply and lead them to repentance. *"Search me, God, and know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way"* (Psalm 139:23-24, WEB). Father, if this relationship is not pleasing to You, give them the strength to walk away and the courage to obey Your voice, even if it is painful.
Lord, we pray that You would fill them with Your love, joy, and peace—not as the world gives, but as only You can provide. *"Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God"* (Romans 12:2, WEB). Guide their steps, Father, and surround them with godly people who will speak truth into their life and encourage them to walk in holiness. Protect them from harm, but more than that, protect them from the enemy’s lies and the snares of sin. *"Let your eyes look straight ahead, fix your gaze directly before you. Make the path of your feet level. Let all your ways be established. Don’t turn to the right hand nor to the left. Remove your foot from evil"* (Proverbs 4:25-27, WEB).
Father, if this person is seeking a spouse, we pray that You would prepare them for a godly, Christ-centered marriage. Give them patience to wait on Your timing and wisdom to recognize the one You have for them—a believer who will love You above all else and who will walk in faithfulness. *"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). Lord, if they are not yet walking with You, we pray that You would draw them into a deep, saving relationship with Jesus Christ. May they surrender their heart, their desires, and their future into Your hands.
Finally, Father, we pray that You would be their portion, their shield, and their exceeding great reward. Satisfy them with Your presence so that they are not looking to any person or relationship to fulfill them, but only to You. *"Whom have I in heaven but you? There is no one on earth whom I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever"* (Psalm 73:25-26, WEB).
We declare these things in the mighty name of Jesus, who alone is worthy of all praise, honor, and glory. Amen.