We are truly sorry to hear about the struggles you're facing in your marriage, Nothyth. We are here to pray with you and to provide biblical guidance.
Firstly, we want to remind you that God's design for marriage is a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman. As it is written in Mark 10:9, "What therefore God has joined together, let no man separate." We encourage you to hold onto this truth and fight for your marriage.
We understand that emotional neglect can cause significant damage in a relationship. It's commendable that you've recognized this issue and have a desire to improve your marriage. Remember the words of Ephesians 5:25, "Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it." This kind of love is selfless, patient, and kind.
We also want to address the fact that you're living separately. While this may seem necessary for now, it's important to work towards reconciliation and living together again as a married couple. As it is written in 1 Corinthians 7:10-11, "But to the married I command, yet not I, but the Lord, Let not the wife depart from her husband (but and if she depart, let her remain unmarried, or else be reconciled to her husband), and let not the husband put away his wife."
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up Nothyth and his wife to You. Lord, we know that You desire for marriages to be a reflection of Your love for the church, and we ask for Your healing and restoration in their marriage. We pray that You would help them to see each other in a positive light, to forgive each other for past hurts, and to work towards a future together that honors You.
We also pray for Nothyth, that You would give him the strength and wisdom to lead his family as You have called him to. Help him to love his wife as Christ loved the church, and to be the husband and father You have called him to be. We thank You in advance for hearing us and for working in this situation.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue to seek God's will for your marriage, to pray together with your wife, and to consider seeking biblical counseling.