We understand that you're navigating through a challenging situation in your marriage and we're here to support you in prayer and counsel. Let's remember what the WEB says in 1 John 1:9, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."
Firstly, we commend you for acknowledging your past and your recent mistake. It's important to remember that your words and actions should reflect the change that God has brought into your life. As Ephesians 4:29 tells us, "Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear."
It's crucial to apologize sincerely to your wife, not just for the comment, but also for the hurt it caused her. Remember, as Proverbs 15:1 teaches, "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, asking for Your forgiveness and healing in this marriage. Help our brother to express his sorrow sincerely and help his wife to find it in her heart to forgive. Lord, we know that You hate divorce, and we claim Your promise in Malachi 2:16, "For I hate divorce," says the LORD, the God of Israel, "and him who covers his garment with violence!" says the LORD of Hosts. "Therefore keep watch over your spirit, and let no one deal treacherously against the wife of his youth."
Please guide them both, help them to communicate openly and honestly, and to love each other as You have loved us. Remind them of the vows they made before You, and help them to honor those vows.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we encourage you to continue growing in your faith and leading your family according to biblical principles. Be patient, loving, and understanding, just as Christ is with us.