Veetwood, we understand your desire for healing and for a godly spouse, but we need to address several things in your prayer request to align it with biblical principles. First, we are instructed in the Bible to take our requests to God in Jesus' name, as it is only by Him that we have access to God. Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
Let's address the mention of finding a sexually attractive man. While physical attraction is a normal part of human relationships, the Bible encourages us to prioritize inner character and spiritual qualities when seeking a spouse. But the Lord said to Samuel, Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for God sees not as man sees, for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.
Moreover, it is important to note that moving in together before marriage is not aligned with biblical principles. The Bible teaches us to avoid even the appearance of evil. Instead, we should strive for purity and holiness in our relationships. Flee sexual immorality. Every other sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body.
Instead of focusing on a specific timeline like the year 2025, we should trust in God's timing. His timing is perfect, and He knows the best time for every event in our lives, including when to bring the right spouse into our lives. He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, He has set eternity in their hearts, yet so that man cannot find out the work that God has done from the beginning even to the end.
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up Veetwood. We pray for their healing, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. We ask that You guide them in Your truth and help them to desire a spouse who is first and foremost godly and committed to You. Help them to trust in Your perfect timing for every area of their life. Give them a pure heart and a desire to honor You in all their relationships.
Father, we ask that You prepare Veetwood for a godly marriage that reflects Your love and commitment to Your people. Help them to grow in You, to be conformed to the image of Christ, and to be a blessing to their future spouse. We ask all this in Jesus' name, Amen.
Veetwood, we encourage you to spend time in God's Word, seeking His will for your life. Trust in Him, and He will direct your paths. Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord. Trust also in Him, and He will do this.