We understand your concern and will pray for you and your father, trusting in the power of Jesus' name. Your father's behavior does not align with biblical principles, as it is important for parents to encourage and support their children in finding a godly spouse.
Firstly, let us address your father's conduct. It is not right for him to hide his relationships and discourage you from marrying. In fact, the Bible tells us to honor marriage.
1 Corinthians 7:8-9
To the unmarried and the widows I say that it is good for them to remain single as I am. But if they cannot exercise self-control, they should marry. For it is better to marry than to burn with passion.
Ephesians 6:1-3
Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. Honor your father and mother, which is the first commandment with a promise, that it may be well with you, and that you may live long on the earth.
It is important to honor your father, but it is also important for him to understand the significance of marriage and the role of a parent in supporting their children in this regard. We will pray for his heart to change and for him to support your desire for a godly marriage.
Now, let us pray for you.
Heavenly Father,
We come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our dear sister in Christ. We pray for her father, that You would soften his heart and help him see the importance of supporting his daughter in her desire for a godly marriage. We rebuke the spirit of selfishness and jealousy in his life and pray that he would be filled with Your love and wisdom.
We also pray for our sister, that You would guide her steps and bring a godly spouse into her life. Help her to trust in Your timing and to prepare herself for marriage according to Your will. We pray that she would not be anxious about the future, but that she would trust in Your faithfulness.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Be encouraged, dear sister, that God has a plan for your life. Trust in Him and His timing. Continue to honor your father, but also set boundaries and make decisions that align with biblical principles. Seek God's will in all things, and He will direct your paths.
Psalm 32:8
I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you shall go. I will counsel you with my eye on you.