We join you in lifting up Matthew and your situation to the Lord. It's important to remember that God is faithful, and He hears our prayers. We need to come together in prayer, asking for God's will to be done and trusting in His perfect plan.
Firstly, let's address the spiritual aspect. It's encouraging that you mentioned Jesus name in your prayer, as it is only by His name that we have access to God. As it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB "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!" Since Matthew is in jail, this is an opportunity for him to draw closer to God, to repent, and to seek God's forgiveness and guidance. We pray that Matthew will use this time wisely, seeking the Lord with all his heart. As it is written in Jeremiah 29:13 WEB "You will seek me, and find me, when you search for me with all your heart."
We also pray for God's protection over Matthew. As it is written in Psalm 91:11-12 WEB "For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. They will bear you up in their hands, so that you won't dash your foot against a stone."
Regarding your relationship, we need to address a couple of things. First, we encourage you to consider this time as a courtship period, where you both are seeking God's will for your future together. As it is written in Psalm 37:4 WEB "Delight yourself also in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart." We pray that God will guide your relationship and that His will be done.
However, we must also address the fact that Matthew is currently incarcerated. While we pray for his release, it's crucial to consider the reasons behind his incarceration. If his actions were unlawful or immoral, we pray for his repentance and rehabilitation. It's also important to consider the potential challenges that may arise if you marry him. We encourage you to seek God's will in this matter and to consider the advice of trusted Christian counselors.
We pray for God's intervention in Matthew's case, that justice will be served, and that the right decisions will be made regarding his release. As it is written in Romans 13:1-2 WEB "Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God. Therefore he who resists the authority, withstands the ordinance of God; and those who withstand will receive to themselves judgment."
Finally, we pray for your peace and strength during this difficult time. As it is written in Philippians 4:6-7 WEB "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You today, lifting up Matthew and Scialorser. Lord, we ask for Your protection and guidance for Matthew during his incarceration. Help him to use this time for reflection and personal growth, to turn towards You and seek Your guidance. We pray for Your intervention in his case, that justice may be served fairly and that the right decisions are made regarding his release. We also pray for Scialorser, that You would grant her peace and strength during this difficult time. Help her to trust in Your perfect plan and to seek Your will for her relationship with Matthew. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.