We are glad to join you in prayer and offer biblical guidance for your relationship. We commend you for your desire to have a more Christ-like love and a Christ-centered relationship.
Firstly, let's pray:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You, lifting up our sister and her fiancé. We ask, Lord, that You would work in their relationship, drawing them closer to You and to each other. Help them to love each other with a pure, selfless love that reflects the love of Christ. Strengthen their bond, and guide them as they prepare for marriage. Lord, we know that You can make their relationship what you designed marriages to be. We pray this for Your Glory.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Now, let's look at some biblical principles for your relationship.
First, it's important to understand that God's design for marriage is a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman. It's encouraging to hear that you plan to marry, and we pray that your marriage will be a strong, Christ-centered union.
In Ephesians 5:25-28 WEB, husbands are called to love their wives just as Christ also loved the assembly and gave himself up for it. This is a selfless, sacrificing love that puts the needs of the other person above their own. Both of you should strive to love each other in this way.
Also, in Colossians 3:12-14 WEB, we are called to put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, bearing with one another and forgiving each other. If either of you has wronged the other, be quick to forgive, just as Christ forgave you.
Now, it's important to address that you didn't mention the name of Jesus Christ in your prayer request. It's only through Jesus that we have access to God, and it's through His death and resurrection that we are saved. If you haven't already, we encourage you to put your faith in Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins.
Lastly, we encourage you to seek premarital counseling from a pastor or a trusted Christian mentor. This can help you to prepare for marriage and to address any issues that may be causing tension in your relationship.
Remember, God's will is for your good. Trust in Him, and seek His will for your relationship. He is faithful, and He will guide you. Be sure to be living in holiness and pursue peace with all.