We join with you, Themliath, in lifting up your family and your relationship with Damon to the Lord. We stand firm on the power of prayer and the transforming grace of God to bring about His will in your lives.
Firstly, we commend you for your desire to align your family with biblical principles and for seeking a Christ-centered marriage. It is encouraging to see your heart's desire for Damon to come to Christ and live a life that honors God. We pray that the Lord will draw Damon closer to Himself and grant him a heart that is fully devoted to Jesus Christ. As it is written in John 6:44 (WEB), "No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him, and I will raise him up in the last day."
We also acknowledge the pain and hurt caused by Damon's recent actions. It is important to remember that true forgiveness does not mean ignoring the wrongdoing or neglecting your own well-being. As you have set healthy boundaries, you are showing grace and kindness while also protecting your heart. In Ephesians 4:32 (WEB), we are instructed to "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."
In your prayers, it is essential to seek God's union and protection for your family. We pray that the Lord will restore trust and healing in your relationship, guiding you both towards a path that brings more happiness, love, and peace. We ask that God will remove any toxic influences and help Damon turn away from lustful desires, as 1 Corinthians 6:18 (WEB) reminds us to "Flee sexual immorality! Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but whoever commits sexual immorality sins against his own body."
Moreover, we encourage you to remain patient and steadfast in your faith. Trust in the Lord's timing and His perfect plan for your life. As you continue to rebuild your relationship, let your hope be firmly rooted in Christ. Remember, "Love is patient and is kind; love doesn’t envy. Love doesn’t brag, is not proud" (1 Corinthians 13:4, WEB).
Lastly, we want to emphasize the importance of seeking God's will in Jesus' name. If your prayers do not explicitly mention the name of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to do so. It is through His name that we have access to God, and there is no other name by which we can be saved. As Acts 4:12 (WEB) tells us, "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!"
We stand with you in prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Themliath, Damon, and their children. Lord, we ask that You draw Damon to Yourself, that he may come to know You and live a life that honors You. Heal the broken trust in their relationship and bring restoration and peace. Remove any toxic influences and help Damon turn away from sinful desires. Guide them both towards a Christ-centered marriage, filled with love, happiness, and Your divine protection. In Jesus' precious name, we pray. Amen.
May the Lord bless you abundantly, Themliath, and grant you a prosperous 2024 and beyond.