We understand that you're seeking reconciliation with a friend and a shared focus on Christ, with the hope of progressing towards a Christ-centered marriage. Firstly, we must address that marriage is a sacred union between a man and a woman, as per the biblical principles. Assuming that this friend is of the opposite sex, we will proceed with your request.
We commend your desire to have a Christ-centered relationship. However, it's crucial to ensure that this friendship and potential relationship is aligned with biblical principles.
First, let's consider what the WEB says about forgiveness and love:
Ephesians 4:32 - "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 - "Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; ...it hopes all things, endures all things."
Now, let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today to lift up ### and their friend. We pray for a spirit of forgiveness and love to envelop them both. We ask that You help them to reconcile, to be like-minded in Christ, and to grow together in Your will.
Lord, we know that Your desire is for us to be united in Your love. Guide ### and their friend as they seek to rebuild their friendship and potentially move towards a Christ-centered marriage. Help them to put You first in their relationship, remembering that a threefold cord is not quickly broken (Ecclesiastes 4:12).
However, Father, if this relationship is not Your will, we pray for discernment and peace for ###. Help them to trust in Your plan for their life and to follow Your path, whatever that may be.
We also want to remind ### to continue seeking You in all things. Remember, "In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths" (Proverbs 3:6).
Lastly, we must address that the request did not mention Jesus Christ. It is only by His name that we have access to God. As it is written, "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus" (1 Timothy 2:5). We encourage ### to always approach the Father through Jesus Christ, as it is only by His name that we can be saved (Acts 4:12).
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue praying and seeking God's will for this relationship. Trust in Him, and He will direct your paths. If you have not yet accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior please reach out again so we can pray with you and help you better understand the salvation message.