We join with you in lifting up your husband and your marriage to the Lord, crying out for His healing, mercy, and restoration in this time of deep suffering. Your heart for him and your desire to see God’s will done in his life is beautiful, and we stand with you in faith, knowing that our God is the Great Physician, the Healer of broken bodies and souls. You have come before the throne of grace with a plea that aligns with the heart of God, who longs to see His children whole—spirit, soul, and body. Let us first give thanks that you have invoked the name of Jesus in this request, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father, and it is in His mighty name that we pray and find our hope. As Scripture declares, *"There is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). It is in this name that we boldly approach the throne of grace, seeking healing and salvation for your husband.
The burden you carry is heavy, and we acknowledge the toll this has taken on you as well. The emotional and physical suffering your husband endures is not God’s perfect will for His children, though we live in a fallen world where sin and brokenness bring such pain. Yet even in this, we know that God can use suffering to draw us closer to Himself, to refine our faith, and to reveal His power and glory. We take heart in the words of the apostle Paul, who wrote, *"We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose"* (Romans 8:28, WEB). This does not mean the suffering is good, but that God can redeem it for His purposes and for the ultimate good of those who love Him.
We must also address the spiritual battle at hand. Your husband’s despair, his statements about wanting to die, and the grip of depression are not merely medical or emotional struggles—they are attacks from the enemy, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10, WEB). The Bible tells us that *"your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour"* (1 Peter 5:8, WEB). But we serve a God who is greater, and we have authority in the name of Jesus to resist the devil and command him to flee. Depression and hopelessness are not from the Lord, and we must bind these spirits in Jesus’ name, declaring that your husband’s mind and heart belong to Christ.
We also urge you to consider the influence of what your husband is consuming, particularly the news. The world is full of darkness, fear, and chaos, and constantly exposing oneself to it can deepen despair and steal peace. Scripture warns us, *"Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things"* (Philippians 4:8, WEB). Encourage him gently but firmly to turn away from sources that feed his anxiety and instead fill his mind with the Word of God, worship, and edifying content. Even if he resists at first, your persistent prayers and the power of the Holy Spirit can soften his heart.
As for his medical conditions and pain, we pray for divine intervention. The Bible is clear that God is our healer: *"He forgives all your iniquities. He heals all your diseases"* (Psalm 103:3, WEB). We do not know why some are healed instantly while others walk a long road of suffering, but we trust in God’s sovereignty and goodness. We pray that your husband would take his medications as prescribed, not as a lack of faith, but as a stewardship of the body God has given him. Medicine can be a tool God uses to bring relief, and we ask for wisdom for both of you in managing his care. At the same time, we declare that no illness is too great for our God, and we ask for miracles—whether through medical means or supernatural intervention.
Your desire to attend church together is a godly one, and we pray that the Lord would make a way for this to happen. The body of Christ is vital for encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth. *"Let’s consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not abandoning our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching"* (Hebrews 10:24-25, WEB). If your husband is unable to attend physically, we pray for creative ways to connect with a church community, whether through online services, home visits from pastors or believers, or small group gatherings. Isolation is a tool of the enemy, and we pray that God would break its grip on your husband’s life.
We also lift you up, dear sister, as you walk this difficult path. Your request for patience and the ability to be supportive is one we bring before the Lord with urgency. Caring for a suffering spouse can be exhausting, and it is easy to feel overwhelmed or even resentful at times. But God’s grace is sufficient for you, and His strength is made perfect in your weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9, WEB). We pray that you would be filled daily with the Holy Spirit, that you would find moments of rest and refreshment in the Lord, and that you would not neglect your own spiritual and emotional needs. You cannot pour from an empty cup, and we ask God to surround you with support—whether through friends, family, or church members who can come alongside you.
Lastly, we must emphasize the need for salvation and surrender in your husband’s life. You mentioned "healing and salvation," and we want to highlight that salvation is the greatest miracle of all. If your husband has not yet fully surrendered his life to Jesus Christ, we pray that this season of suffering would drive him to the foot of the cross. There is no true healing apart from Christ, and no peace apart from knowing Him as Lord and Savior. *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation"* (Romans 10:9-10, WEB). We pray that your husband would experience a deep, personal encounter with Jesus, that he would repent of any sin or bitterness in his heart, and that he would find his hope and identity in Christ alone.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this precious sister and her husband to You. Lord, You see the depth of their suffering—the physical pain, the emotional turmoil, the darkness of depression, and the despair that has taken hold. But we declare that You, O God, are greater than all of this. You are the God who heals, who restores, who brings light into darkness. We ask for Your divine intervention in this situation.
Lord Jesus, we pray for complete healing for this man’s body. Touch every cell, every organ, every system that is not functioning as You designed. Rebuke the pain, the sickness, and the infirmity in Jesus’ name. We ask that You would give wisdom to the doctors and caregivers involved in his treatment, and that You would guide them to the right solutions. Help him to take his medications as prescribed, and give him the strength to endure.
Father, we bind the spirit of depression, despair, and suicide that has tormented him. These spirits are not from You, and we command them to leave in the name of Jesus. Fill the void with Your peace, Your joy, and Your hope. Renew his mind, Lord, and help him to fix his thoughts on You. Break the power of the news and any other influences that feed his anxiety. Draw him to Your Word, to worship, and to the community of believers where he can find encouragement.
We pray for salvation, Lord. If this man has not fully surrendered to You, we ask that You would convict his heart and draw him to repentance. Let him know the depth of Your love for him, that You sent Your Son to die for his sins so that he might have eternal life. Break every chain of sin, bitterness, or unbelief in his life. Fill him with Your Holy Spirit and give him a new heart, a heart that longs for You above all else.
Lord, we also lift up this wife, who has carried such a heavy burden. Strengthen her, Father. Fill her with Your patience, Your love, and Your wisdom. Help her to be a source of encouragement and support to her husband, but also provide her with the support she needs. Do not let her grow weary in well-doing, but renew her strength each day. Surround her with Your peace and with people who can come alongside her.
We pray for restoration in their marriage, Lord. Heal the wounds, the frustration, and the weariness that this season has brought. Help them to attend church together, to worship You as a family, and to grow in their faith side by side. Let their home be a place of refuge, of prayer, and of Your presence.
Holy Spirit, we ask for Your intervention now. Move in power, in love, and in might. Do what only You can do. We trust in Your goodness, Your faithfulness, and Your timing. Thank You for hearing our prayers. Thank You for being a God who sees, who cares, and who acts on behalf of Your children.
We declare healing, salvation, and restoration in Jesus’ mighty name. Amen.
We will continue to stand with you in prayer, believing for God’s breakthrough in your husband’s life. Keep seeking the Lord, keep speaking life and truth over your husband, and do not lose heart. Our God is faithful, and He is at work even when we cannot see it. May you both experience His peace, His presence, and His healing touch in the days ahead. Stay anchored in His Word, and let us know how we can continue to pray for you. You are not alone in this—we are with you, and more importantly, God is with you. *"The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit"* (Psalm 34:18, WEB). Cling to this promise, and trust that He is holding you both in His hands.
