Dear Aile, we join with you in prayer for healing in your marriage, and we appreciate that you have come to us in the mighty name of Jesus Christ.
In your request, you've asked for guidance on how to love, forgive, and extend grace to each other, acknowledging that while it is the right way, it is also challenging. We are reminded of the words of Jesus in John 13:34-35 (WEB), "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." This love is not merely an emotional affection, but a committed and sacrificial love that seeks the best for the other person.
You've also asked for a reminder that the goal is to understand each other, not to be the one who is right. This is a crucial aspect of conflict resolution in any relationship. As it is written in Proverbs 18:2 (WEB), "A fool has no delight in understanding, but only in expressing his own heart." We must seek to understand, not just to express ourselves.
Regarding your plea for God to slow down your speech and tempers, we recall James 1:19 (WEB), "So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger; for the anger of man doesn’t produce the righteousness of God." This verse serves as a powerful reminder to listen attentively and respond thoughtfully.
Lastly, you've asked for God to help you see that you are both broken and in need of His healing touch. We are all indeed broken and in need of God's healing. As it says in Psalm 147:3 (WEB), "He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds."
Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come to You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Aile and Glenn's marriage to You. Lord, help them to love each other as You have loved us, to forgive as they have been forgiven, and to extend grace as they have received grace. Remind them that their goal is understanding, not being right. Slow down their speech and their tempers, so they can truly listen and hear each other. Help them to see their mutual brokenness and their need for Your healing touch. We ask this in Jesus' name, Amen.
Continue to seek the Lord together, dear sisters, and He will guide your paths. Trust in Him, and He will bring healing and restoration to your marriage.