We understand the pain and desperation you're feeling, Glogsethias, and we want to assure you that God cares deeply about your marriage and your struggles. Let's turn to Him and His Word for guidance and comfort.
Firstly, it's crucial to remember that God's design for marriage is a loving and intimate union between a husband and wife. As it is written, "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother, and shall join with his wife, and they shall be one flesh." (Genesis 2:24 WEB) Intimacy is a vital part of this oneness.
However, it's important to address the temptation you're facing. "Flee sexual immorality! 'Every sin that a man does is outside the body,' but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body." (1 Corinthians 6:18 WEB) Masturbation is a form of sexual immorality, and it's essential to resist this temptation. Pray for God's strength to overcome it, as He promises that "No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it." (1 Corinthians 10:13 WEB)
Now, let's pray for your marriage:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today to lift up Glogsethias and his wife. Lord, You know the pain and despair they're feeling due to the lack of intimacy in their marriage. We ask that You heal their relationship, drawing them closer to each other and to You. Guide them as they navigate this challenge, providing them with wisdom, patience, and understanding. Lord, please fulfill their desires for a happy, intimate marriage that honors You. Give Glogsethias the strength to resist temptation and to pursue his wife with love and respect. Fill their hearts with Your love, their minds with Your thoughts, and their home with Your peace. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we encourage you to openly and lovingly communicate with your wife about your feelings and desires. Seek counseling together, either from a pastor or a Christian marriage counselor. Trust that God is able to turn this situation around, and remember that "with God all things are possible." (Matthew 19:26 WEB) Keep praying and seeking God's face, and He will direct your paths.