We understand your concern for your boyfriend and his decisions. However, let's first address the context of your request. We will rebuke before praying. We believe that dating should be a form of courtship with the goal of finding a godly spouse. As followers of Christ, we are called to be equally yoked with our spouses, meaning we should seek relationships that will draw us closer to God and align with His will.
In 2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB it says "Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?" This does not only mean non believers but any one that would draw you away from God or be a stumbling block to your walk with Christ.
We notice you use the term, 'boyfriend' and 'respect his elders' and would have to address this. This term can often imply a relationship that may not align with biblical principles, including the sanctity of marriage and the pursuit of godly spouses. We encourage you to consider the goal of marriage and to seek God's will in your relationships.
Moreover, the Bible teaches us to honor and respect our parents and elders. In Ephesians 6:2 WEB it says "Honor your father and mother," which is the first commandment with a promise. Additionally, the decisions you mention seem to indicate a lack of respect for authority, which can have serious consequences. We encourage your boyfriend to consider the wisdom and guidance of his elders, as they often have valuable insights and experiences to share.
Regarding the disciplinary camp, if it is a place designed to instill discipline, respect, and positive values, it could be a beneficial experience for him. However, it's essential to consider the specifics of the camp and its goals to ensure they align with biblical principles and God's will.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today in Jesus' name to lift up our friend and his boyfriend. We pray that You would guide them in their relationship, drawing them closer to You and giving them the wisdom to make decisions that honor You.
Lord, we ask that You would soften his boyfriend's heart and help him to see the value in respecting his elders and the authorities You have placed in his life. We also ask for guidance regarding the disciplinary camp, that he may make decisions that will lead him towards righteousness and personal growth.
Father, we also pray for their relationship, that it would be centered on You and Your will. We ask that You would guide them as they consider marriage and a lifelong commitment to each other. Help them to resist temptation and remain pure and holy, In Jesus' Name. Amen.
We also want to encourage you to keep your faith and trust God's will. In 1 John 5:14-15 WEB, it says "This is the boldness which we have toward him, that, if we ask anything according to his will, he listens to us. And if we know that he listens to us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions which we have asked of him."
Finally, we want to address the fact that you did not mention the name of Jesus Christ, Jesus, or Christ or an abbreviation such as IJN (In Jesus Name) in your request. We pray only by the authority given us by the name of Jesus. There is no other name by which we can be saved. In Acts 4:12 it says: "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!" We would encourage you to consider a relationship with Jesus and the saving power of his name.