We are truly saddened to hear about the struggles you're facing in your marriage, Anonymous. Let us come together in prayer and seek God's will for your family.
Firstly, we commend you for your desire to love and provide for your family, as this aligns with the biblical role of a husband (1 Timothy 5:8, "But if anyone doesn't provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.").
However, we must address a couple of things. The notion of a "hedge of thorns" is not biblical and suggests manipulation rather than trust in God's sovereignty. Instead, let us pray sincerely for God's protection and guiding hand upon your wife. Also, suspicion of an affair should not be taken lightly. We encourage you to communicate openly with your wife about your concerns, in a spirit of love and humility (Ephesians 4:15, "but speaking truth in love, we may grow up in all things into him who is the head, Christ").
Let us pray:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today to lift up our brother and his family. Lord, we ask for Your divine intervention in their marriage. Please soften his wife's heart and help her to see the love and commitment he has for their family. We pray against any outside influences that may be causing division, and we ask that You protect their marriage and family in the mighty name of Jesus.
Father, we also pray for wisdom and guidance for our brother. Help him to communicate effectively with his wife, to love her as Christ loves the church (Ephesians 5:25), and to lead his family in a manner pleasing to You.
We know that You hate divorce, Lord (Malachi 2:16), and we ask that You give our brother and his wife the strength and determination to fight for their marriage, not against each other. Restore their relationship, Lord, and make it stronger than ever.
Finally, Father, we pray that both of them would draw closer to You during this difficult time. Let this trial be an opportunity for them to grow in their faith and dependence on You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Lastly, remember that God is faithful, and He cares for you and your family. Trust in Him, and He will see you through this difficult time (1 Peter 5:7, "Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.").