We understand the delicate situation you are in, and we commend you for seeking God's will in this matter. It's important to remember that God's Word tells us to flee from sexual immorality and to honor the boundaries of relationships. As it is written in 1 Corinthians 6:18, "Flee sexual immorality! Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body."
Firstly, it's crucial to address the fact that your coworker is already in a relationship. Pursuing any feelings or attraction in this context is not aligned with biblical principles. As followers of Christ, we are called to respect the commitments others have made. In Ephesians 5:3, it says, "But sexual immorality, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not even be mentioned among you, as becomes saints."
Additionally, we notice that your request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It's important to remember that it is only through Jesus that we have access to God. As it is written in John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me." And in Acts 4:12, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved."
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister who is experiencing feelings that are not aligned with Your will. Lord, we ask that You remove these feelings from her heart and help her to see this situation through Your eyes. Give her the strength to resist any temptation and to honor the boundaries that are in place.
Father, we also pray for her coworker. We ask that You convict his heart and help him to be faithful in his current relationship. If it is not Your will for them to be together, we pray that You would make that clear to both of them.
Lord, we ask that You would surround our sister with Godly friends who can support her and hold her accountable. Help her to keep her mind stayed on You and to seek Your face in all that she does.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Be encouraged by the words in Philippians 4:8, "Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, 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."
Focus on these things, and trust that God will guide you through this situation. Remember that God's ways are always best, even when they are not easy. Stand firm in your faith and trust that God has a plan for your life. He will bring the right Godly spouse into your life in His perfect timing.
"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, World English Bible