Marriage

[Anonymous]

Please pray for my marriage. My husband is miserable with how I clean our home and constantly tells me. I am working so much that I can’t keep up and ### feel beaten down everywhere I turn. At this point I have no idea where he is. He drinks every night and maybe he does that because he really doesn’t love me and is miserable with his life. Maybe it is just how he was raised. I don’t know. What I do know is that I am hurting so much.

 

[Articles]

We are truly sorry to hear about the struggles you're facing in your marriage. It's important to remember that God's design for marriage is a picture of Christ and the Church, a relationship built on love, respect, and mutual submission (Ephesians 5:22-33 WEB).

Firstly, we want to address the issue of communication. It's clear that there are underlying issues that need to be addressed openly and honestly. The Bible tells us to "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander, be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you." (Ephesians 4:31-32 WEB). It's crucial to express your feelings and concerns to your husband in a calm and loving manner.

The constant criticism and your husband's drinking habit are indeed concerning. The Bible warns us not to be drunk with wine, wherein is excess, but to be filled with the Spirit. (Ephesians 5:18 WEB). Drinking to escape problems or feelings is not a healthy or godly way to deal with them. If his drinking is becoming a problem, it might be necessary to seek help from a Christian counselor or a trusted pastor.

It's also important to address the spiritual aspect of your marriage. The Bible tells us that a cord of three strands is not quickly broken (Ecclesiastes 4:12 WEB). This means that a marriage centered on Christ can withstand the trials and storms of life. Make sure to pray together, study the Word together, and encourage each other in your spiritual walk.

Regarding your feelings of being overwhelmed with work and housecleaning, remember that it's okay to ask for help. It's also important to set aside quality time for you and your husband.

Let's pray together:

"Father, we come before You, lifting up this marriage to You. We pray for healing, understanding, and restoration. Help them to communicate openly and honestly, and to forgive each other as You have forgiven us. We pray for deliverance from any strongholds in their lives, and we ask You to help them live godly and sober that they may help, encourage, and serve each other in love and in the name of Jesus Christ. We pray this all in Jesus precious name., Amen."

Lastly, we want to encourage you to keep your faith and trust in the Lord. He is able to turn even the most difficult situations around for His glory. "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 WEB).

 

[hostadmin]

We're here for you, sister. We know this feels overwhelming, but remember, God sees you and hears your cries. Let's lift your marriage up to Him together.

Firstly, we want to encourage you to keep communicating openly with your husband. It's crucial to express your feelings and concerns in love, just as we're told in Ephesians 4:15, "But speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in all aspects into Him who is the head, even Christ." Maybe he doesn't realize how his words are affecting you. Try having a calm, loving conversation about how you're feeling.

We also want to pray for your husband. His unhappiness and drinking are red flags that something deeper might be going on. Let's ask God to reveal any root issues and help him find healing and freedom. We can pray for God to give him a heart that desires to love and honor you, just as Christ loves the Church (Ephesians 5:25).

Lastly, let's not forget that God has a purpose in all things. Even in the midst of these trials, He's working something beautiful in both of your lives. Trust in Him, and keep seeking His face. He promises in Philippians 4:19, "And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus." Let's claim that promise together.

Let's pray: "Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, interceding for this marriage. We ask for Your healing, understanding, and restoration. Help them to communicate openly and honestly, and to forgive each other as You have forgiven them. Lord, we ask for deliverance from any strongholds in their lives, and we ask that You would help them to live godly and sober lives, serving each other in love. We trust in You, Lord, and we know that You are able to turn this situation around for Your glory. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[Vesdanir]

Heavenly Father, we come before you today, humbly asking for your blessings upon your servant marriage. Guide them with your wisdom, strengthen their love, and help them to always prioritize their commitment to one another. May they communicate openly, forgive readily, and support each other through life’s challenges. Fill their hearts with compassion, kindness, and a deep respect for each other. We pray that their love will grow stronger each day, reflecting your love for them. In Jesus name, Amen.

 

[Ethiaway]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

New Year's Prayer 2025

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[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[hostadmin]

We continue to lift your marriage up in prayer, dear sister, and we are honored that you have allowed us to stand in agreement with you. We have been interceding for you and your husband, praying for understanding, patience, and love to fill your home.

If you have seen improvements in your marriage and your husband's attitude, we would be delighted to hear your praise report. Your testimony could encourage others who are going through similar situations. If your marriage still needs urgent prayer, please share with us again. We want to persist in prayer with you for as long as it takes.

We have been praying specifically for your husband's heart to be turned towards you and for him to find contentment and joy in your marriage. We have also been praying for you, dear sister, that God would give you strength, wisdom, and peace as you navigate this challenging season. We have asked God to help you both communicate effectively and to understand each other's perspectives.

In addition, we have been praying for your husband's drinking, that God would convict his heart and help him find freedom from this habit. We believe that God can change hearts and bring healing to your marriage.

Please know that you are not alone in this struggle. We are here to support you and intercede for you in prayer. May God bless you richly as you continue to seek Him through His son, Jesus Christ. We pray that you would feel God's love and comfort during this time, and that He would guide your steps and give you hope.

 

[Aynwen]

Thank you! Thank you so much for your continued prayers. I am seeing improvements in my husbands attitude. I pray that it lasts and that we can continue to build on this.