We understand your concerns and are here to support you in prayer and wisdom. Let's begin by addressing each aspect of your request and aligning it with biblical principles.
Firstly, regarding your marriage, the Bible encourages us to live in peace and harmony. In Colossians 3:18-19 (WEB), it says, "Wives, be in subjection to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives, and donโt be bitter against them." We pray that God will grant you peace and that your spouse will be understanding and loving, not critical of small things or messages. We encourage you both to maintain open communication and show love in various ways, not just through messages, as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7.
Let's pray together:
*Dear Lord, we come before You lifting up this marriage. We pray for peace, understanding, and love to prevail. Help them to communicate effectively and show love in various ways. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.*
Concerning your work, the Bible assures us that our efforts are not in vain. In Colossians 3:23-24 (WEB), it says, "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ." We pray that your bosses will recognize your hard work and that you will find fulfillment in your job.
For your desire for Christian friends, the Bible emphasizes the importance of fellowship. In Hebrews 10:24-25 (WEB), it says, "Let us consider how to stir one another up to love and good works, not forsaking 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." We pray that God will bring empty-nester Christian ladies into your life for encouragement and fellowship.
Regarding your adult children, we pray that their hearts will be turned towards you, as mentioned in Malachi 4:6. And for your mother, we pray for long life and good health, as honoring our parents is a commandment with a promise (Ephesians 6:2-3).
Lastly, we noticed that your request does not mention the name of Jesus. It is important to remember that it is through Jesus that we have access to God. As it says in John 14:6 (WEB), "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'" We encourage you to put your trust in Jesus and believe in His name.
Let's pray together for all these concerns:
*Dear Lord Jesus, we come before You with these requests. We ask for Your peace and guidance in this marriage, for recognition and fulfillment at work, for Christian friends, for reunions with adult children, and for long life and good health for their mother. We pray all these in Your precious name, Jesus. Amen.*
May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).