We are truly sorry to hear about the struggles you're facing in your marriage, but we are here to pray and provide biblical guidance with you. Firstly, we would like to remind you that God's will and heart is to have a marriage that is a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman. However, both the man and the woman must be willing to work on the relationship. It is necessary to address the problems that are leading to the potential divorce.
In Malachi 2:16, the WEB says, "For I hate divorce," says Yahweh, the God of Israel, "and him who covers his garment with violence!" says Yahweh of Armies. "Therefore pay attention to your spirit, and do not be unfaithful." God hates divorce, and so we should also strive to preserve marriage. However, that does not mean that your relationship is preserved at the expense of an unbelieving spouse that is unfaithful or committing adultery.
Before we pray, we want to encourage you with some biblical principles. In Matthew 19:6, the WEB says, "So that they are no more two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let no man separate." God's design for marriage is clear: a man and a woman becoming one flesh, united in a lifelong covenant. This is not mentioned in your request, but if there is any sexual sin in your relationship, it must be addressed and repented from. We must also address the fact that you did not mention Jesus or praying in His name. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved. We put our faith in Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection to pay for our sins.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up this beloved soul who is facing marital struggles. We pray, Lord, that You would intervene and bring healing and restoration to this marriage. Turn the hearts of both husband and wife towards each other, and more importantly, towards You. Help the man and woman be willing to forgive.
Father, we know that You desire for marriages to reflect the love that Christ has for His church. We ask that You would fill this marriage with that same kind of love—a love that is patient, kind, and forgiving, that bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things. Holy Spirit, please convict of any wrongdoing or sin and please bring it to light.
We pray for wisdom and guidance for the couple, that they may seek Your will together. We ask that You would surround them with a community of believers who can support, encourage, and pray for them. If the spouse is not a believer, we pray for their salvation.
We rebuke the enemy and his attempts to destroy this marriage. Lord, we know that because of Jesus, we have the victory. You can save even the most difficult marriages and relationships.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Remember that it is essential to both pray and take action. If possible, seek out a pastor or Christian marriage counselor to help you work through these issues. Also, remember that you can't be a believer married to a non-believer and try to have a holy marriage. If your spouse is not a believer and not willing to work to save the marriage, you need to pray for their salvation and move on. It is important that your family be a holy family and that your spouse be a holy spouse. We will continue to pray for you in this challenging time for your marriage and family.