We are truly saddened to hear about the struggles you are facing in your marriage and family life. Firstly, we want to remind you that God's design for marriage is a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman, as outlined in the Bible. Let's turn to God's Word for guidance and comfort in this situation.
Jesus said, But from the beginning of the creation, God made them male and female. For this cause a man will leave his father and mother, and will join to his wife, and the two will become one flesh, so that they are no more two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let no man separate. Mark 10:6-9 WEB
God hates divorce and wants unity and love in a marriage, but both parties have to be willing to make that work. It is vital to have a marriage where both the husband and wife are believers in Jesus Christ, as you will need to rely on God together in times of trouble.
We are instructed in the Bible, Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? 2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB
Concerning the challenges with your in-laws, remember that Jesus tells us, A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. John 13:34-35 WEB
It is important to show them love and kindness, even when they may not agree with your beliefs.
Regarding the infidelity, this is a serious sin against God and your marriage. It is important for your husband to repent, and to turn his life back to God and being a good husband. God can heal and restore your marriage, but both of you need to be willing to seek Him and follow His will. We as a group want to pray with you for this situation.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our sister in Christ who is facing tremendous challenges in her marriage and family life. Lord, we pray for peace and happiness in her home. We ask that You intervene in the constant fights and bring restoration and healing to their marriage.
Lord, we pray for her in-laws, that they may come to know You and accept Jesus Christ as their Savior. We ask that You soften their hearts and fill them with Your love, turning their hearts of stone to hearts of flesh. We pray they may begin to shun evil and cling to what is good.
Father, we also lift up her husband, asking that You draw him closer to You. We pray that he may repent from his sins, including the infidelity that has caused so much pain, and turn his life back to You. We ask that You give him a heart of flesh and a spirit of repentance.
Lord, we pray for our sister, that You may give her the strength and wisdom to navigate this difficult situation. We ask that You guide her steps and provide her with the support she needs. We pray that You may heal her from the pain and suffering she has endured and restore her faith and joy in You.
We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, who died for our sins and rose again for our justification. It is only by His name that we can come to you in prayer. Thank you for hearing our prayers.
Amen.
We encourage you to stay strong in your faith and continue to pray for your husband and in-laws. Trust the promise from God for the salvation of your whole house. God's Word tells us in Acts 16:31 WEB They said, Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.