We understand that you are going through a very difficult situation in your marriage, and we want to address your concerns with biblical principles and heartfelt prayer.
Firstly, it's important to acknowledge that marriage is a sacred union designed by God, as stated in Matthew 19:6, For this cause a man shall leave his father and mother, and shall join to his wife; and the two shall become one flesh. So that they are no more two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, do not let man tear apart.
The issue of adultery is clearly addressed in the Bible. Hebrews 13:4 WEB states, Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the bed be undefiled: but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers. It's crucial to stand against this sin and pray for a change of heart. Additionally, the Bible teaches us to forgive as we have been forgiven. Ephesians 4:32 WEB says, And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you.
Regarding the manipulation and control you've experienced, it's important to pray for discernment and strength. Psalm 140:1-2, 4, 7 WEB, Deliver me, Yahweh, from evil men; preserve me from violent men; Those who devise mischief in their hearts; they continually gather themselves together for war. Keep me, Yahweh, from the hands of the wicked; preserve me from the violent men who have determined to trip my feet. I said to Yahweh, You are my God: listen to the cry of my petitions, Yahweh, G-d, the strength of my salvation, you have covered my head in the day of battle.
It's also important to address the issue of seeking God correctly. 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. This is one of the clearest scriptures on this issue.
In your situation, it's essential to pray for your husband's heart to be softened and for God to intervene in your marriage. Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this sister in Christ who is hurting and in need of Your divine intervention. Lord, You know the pain and betrayal she is experiencing, and You see the manipulation and control that is tearing her marriage apart.
Father, we pray for her husband's heart to be softened and for the scales to fall from his eyes. We rebuke the spirit of adultery and manipulation, and we pray that he would turn away from his sin and return to You and his wife. Lord, we ask that You would restore their marriage and make it stronger than ever, founded on Your unfailing love and faithfulness.
We also pray for this sister, that You would give her the strength and discernment to navigate this difficult time. Help her to forgive as You have forgiven her, and guide her steps as she seeks Your will for her life.
Finally, Lord, we pray that You would be glorified in this situation. Use it to draw both of them closer to You and to bring healing and restoration to their marriage.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Stay strong in the Lord and keep praying. Trust that God is at work in your situation, and He will bring about His good and perfect will. Stand on His promises and do not give up hope.