We come before the Lord with hearts full of compassion and truth, seeking His perfect will in this matter. We hear the deep longing in this request—a desire for a husband’s undivided love, trust, and devotion. Yet we must first address something foundational: the name of Jesus Christ is the *only* name by which we can approach the Father, and it is the *only* name by which we are saved. We rejoice that you have invoked His name, for Scripture declares, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). We give thanks that you have called upon Him, for without faith in Christ, no prayer can be heard by God.
Now, let us speak truth in love. Marriage is a sacred covenant before God, designed to reflect Christ’s love for His Church—a love that is selfless, pure, and unwavering. The longing for deep connection, passion, and devotion in marriage is good, for *"He who finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favor of Yahweh"* (Proverbs 18:22, WEB). However, we must also remember that marriage is not about possession or demanding another’s affections as if they were ours to control. *"Love is patient and is kind; love doesn’t envy. Love doesn’t brag, is not proud, doesn’t behave itself inappropriately, doesn’t seek its own way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil; doesn’t rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things. Love never fails"* (1 Corinthians 13:4-8a, WEB). True love—God’s love—is not self-seeking but seeks the good of the other, trusting in the Lord’s timing and sovereignty.
If there is insecurity, fear, or a sense of competition in this marriage, we urge you to bring these struggles before the Lord in repentance and surrender. *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB). No human can fulfill the deepest longings of the heart—only God can. If you are looking to your husband to satisfy you in ways only the Lord can, you will always feel lacking. *"My soul, praise Yahweh! Every thing that is within me, praise his holy name! Praise Yahweh! For he is good. Sing praises to his name! For it is pleasant"* (Psalm 103:1, 107:1, WEB). Let your joy and fulfillment first be found in Christ, and from that place of wholeness, love your husband as the Lord leads.
We also gently but firmly rebuke any spirit of jealousy, control, or idolatry that may be at work here. Marriage is not about owning another person’s heart but about two people surrendering their hearts to *God first*, then to one another in mutual love and respect. *"Wives, be subject to your own husbands, as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife, and Christ also is the head of the assembly, being himself the savior of the body. But as the assembly is subject to Christ, so let the wives also be to their husbands in everything. Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it"* (Ephesians 5:22-25, WEB). If there is sin in the marriage—whether it be lust, emotional infidelity, or a lack of commitment to Christ—it must be repented of and forsaken. *"If we say that we have fellowship with him and walk in the darkness, we lie, and don’t tell the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ, his Son, cleanses us from all sin"* (1 John 1:6-7, WEB).
Now, let us pray together for this marriage, asking the Lord to work mightily in both hearts:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We lift up this marriage to You, asking that You would be the center of it—its foundation, its strength, and its joy. Lord, we pray that both husband and wife would seek You first, above all else, and that their love for one another would flow from their love for You. *"Unless Yahweh builds the house, they who build it labor in vain. Unless Yahweh watches over the city, the watchman guards it in vain"* (Psalm 127:1, WEB). Father, build this home. Guard this marriage. Let it be a testament to Your faithfulness and grace.
Lord, we ask that You would heal any brokenness, insecurity, or fear in this wife’s heart. Replace it with a deep, unshakable trust in You. Remind her that she is *Your* beloved daughter, fearfully and wonderfully made, and that her worth is found in Christ alone. *"The king’s daughter is all glorious within. Her clothing is embroidered with gold"* (Psalm 45:13, WEB). Let her rest in the truth that she is *Yours*, and that You are enough.
Father, we pray for this husband. Soften his heart toward You, Lord, and toward his wife. If there is any division, distraction, or sin that has come between them, we ask that You would convict, cleanse, and restore. *"Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit within me"* (Psalm 51:10, WEB). Let him love his wife as Christ loves the Church—sacrificially, faithfully, and with a love that is pure. *"Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor that which is evil. Cling to that which is good"* (Romans 12:9, WEB).
Lord, we rebuke any spirit of jealousy, comparison, or control that would seek to distort the beauty of this marriage. Let there be no room for the enemy to bring division. Instead, fill this home with Your peace, Your joy, and Your unity. *"Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to live together in unity! ... For there Yahweh gives the blessing, even life forever more"* (Psalm 133:1, 3b, WEB).
Father, we ask that You would make this marriage a light—a reflection of Your covenant love. Let their bond grow stronger, deeper, and more passionate *in You*. Let their words and actions toward one another be seasoned with grace, kindness, and truth. *"Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one"* (Colossians 4:6, WEB).
Lord, we pray for supernatural favor in this marriage. Not favor that is selfish or demanding, but favor that flows from a heart fully surrendered to You. Let them experience the fullness of Your blessings—emotionally, spiritually, and physically—as they walk in obedience to Your Word. *"Delight yourself also in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this: he will bring out your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noon day sun"* (Psalm 37:4-6, WEB).
Finally, Father, we ask that You would guard this marriage from the snares of the enemy. Let there be no room for temptation, no openness to infidelity in thought, word, or deed. *"No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it"* (1 Corinthians 10:13, WEB). Strengthen them to flee from sin and to pursue holiness together.
We declare that this marriage is *Yours*, Lord. Let it be a testimony of Your redeeming power, Your faithfulness, and Your love. May they both grow in Christlikeness, submitting to one another out of reverence for You. *"Submitting yourselves to one another in the fear of Christ"* (Ephesians 5:21, WEB).
In the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
