We are truly saddened to hear about the struggles you are facing in your marriage, especially as you approach your first anniversary. Let us first address the immediate concerns and then turn to the power of prayer.
Marriage is a sacred covenant before God, and it is clear that there are several issues that need to be addressed biblically. Firstly, the influence of your husband's stepmother seems to be a significant source of conflict. The Bible tells us to honor our parents, but it also teaches us that a man should leave his father and mother and be united to his wife (Genesis 2:24, WEB). Your husband must prioritize his marriage and seek God's will for your union.
Secondly, the infidelity mentioned is a grave sin against God and your marriage. The Bible clearly states that God hates divorce (Malachi 2:16, WEB), but it also acknowledges that adultery is a severe betrayal (Matthew 5:32, WEB). It is crucial for your husband to repent sincerely and turn away from this sin. Forgiveness and reconciliation are possible through God's grace, but they require genuine repentance and a commitment to change.
The fighting and disrespect in your home are also concerning. The Bible instructs us to live in peace with one another (Romans 12:18, WEB) and to treat each other with kindness and respect (Ephesians 4:32, WEB). It is essential to communicate openly and honestly, seeking to resolve conflicts in a manner that honors God.
Let us pray together for your marriage:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this marriage to You. Lord, You know the struggles and pain they are experiencing. We pray for healing and restoration in their relationship. Guide them to seek Your will and to walk in Your ways.
Father, we pray for the husband, that he may repent of his sins and turn back to You and his wife. Give him the strength to resist temptation and to be the godly husband You have called him to be. We pray for the wife, that she may find comfort and strength in You during this difficult time. Help her to forgive and to trust in Your plan for her marriage.
Lord, we also pray for the influence of the husband's stepmother. We ask that You soften her heart and help her to support their marriage rather than cause division. Guide them all to honor You in their actions and words.
Father God, we know that is only through Jesus Christ that we can come to you and it is only in the name Jesus Christ that we can be saved. We pray that you will help them to know and believe in Jesus Christ, the only begotten son of God and to live a life that is pleasing to you. Lord, we pray for their salvation and their faith to increase in Jesus Christ. Help them to turn from their sins and to find freedom and life in Jesus Christ.
In Jesus' name, we pray for peace and unity in their home. Help them to communicate openly and to resolve conflicts in a manner that honors You. Give them the wisdom and guidance they need to build a strong, godly marriage that brings glory to Your name.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, God is faithful, and He can restore even the most broken situations. Trust in Him and seek His will for your marriage. Stay strong in your faith and continue to pray together. May God bless your marriage and guide you both in His truth.