We understand your urgency and desire to see changes in your physical health and marriage. First, let's address your concerns about your physical health. We must remember that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and we should take care of them. However, it's crucial to approach this topic with a balanced and biblical perspective.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 WEB says, "Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit which is in you, which 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."
Instead of focusing solely on immediate weight loss, let's pray for wisdom to adopt a healthy lifestyle that honors God. Regarding the need to have a fast metabolism, we should remember that God is more interested in His work in our character and spirit than the speed of our metabolism.
Let's also address your concerns about your marriage. It's wonderful that you desire unity and agreement between you and your husband. We should be encouraging each other to live for Christ and grow in our faith. However, we must be cautious not to control or manipulate others, even in our prayers. Your husband has his own will and personal relationship with God.
1 Peter 3:1-2 WEB says, "In like manner, wives, be in subjection to your own husbands; so that, even if any don’t obey the Word, they may be won by the behavior of their wives without a word, seeing your pure behavior in reverence."
Now, let's pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our sister and her husband. Lord, grant her wisdom to take care of her body, Your temple, in a way that honors You. Guide her in adopting a healthy lifestyle, and help her to be patient and trust Your timing.
Father, we also pray for their marriage. We ask that You would foster unity and agreement between them, as they both grow in their faith and love for You. Help them to encourage and support each other in their walk with You.
Lord, we also pray for her husband's salvation, if he has not already accepted Jesus as his Savior. We ask that You would soften his heart and draw him to You. Help our sister to be a godly example to him, showing him the love of Christ in her actions and words.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue praying and trusting in God's timing. Remember that God's will and His timing are perfect. Keep focusing on your relationship with Christ and growing in your faith. God sees your heart and hears your prayers.