We appreciate your heartfelt request and your desire to grow closer to Christ while addressing physical health. Let's first address the weight loss portion of your request before we address the more important spiritual aspect and the relationship with Patrick.
In addressing weight loss, it's important to remember that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. We should honor God in how we care for our bodies. The Bible also calls us to be disciplined, as the apostle Paul wrote, "But I beat my body and bring it into submission, lest by any means, after I have preached to others, I myself should be rejected" (1 Corinthians 9:27 WEB).
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you, lifting up Anonymous, asking for your help in their struggle with weight loss. Please give them the strength and discipline to control their appetite, to avoid stress eating or bingeing, and to maintain a healthy schedule of eating and exercising. Help them to be organized and consistent in their efforts. We also pray for spiritual growth, that they spend more time with you in proper devotions, and that they would find the right church to get involved in community outreach and services.
Now, let's address the spiritual aspect of your request. It's wonderful that you want to deepen your relationship with Christ. Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6 WEB). Drawing closer to Him is the most important thing you can do, and it will also help you in your weight loss journey as you learn to rely on His strength. We encourage you to set aside dedicated time each day to pray, read the Bible, and seek God's will. Connecting with a local church and getting involved in community outreach is also an excellent way to grow spiritually and serve others. Ensure everything you do is to the glory of God, not yourself or others.
Concerning your relationship with Patrick, we must address this in light of biblical principles. Is Patrick a fellow believer in Christ? It's crucial that you both share the same faith. The Bible warns against being unequally yoked (2 Corinthians 6:14-WEB). A godly spouse should be the desire, not just a boyfriend\girlfriend relationship. Ensure this relationship is pure and honoring to God, fleeing from any sexual immorality and taking the necessary steps if this relationship is not following God's will. "For this is the will of God: your sanctification, that you abstain from sexual immorality" (1 Thessalonians 4:3 WEB).
Finally, we want to touch on the fact that your request did not mention Jesus Christ. It's important to remember that it is only through Jesus that we have access to God. "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus" (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB). If you haven't already, we encourage you to put your faith in Jesus Christ for salvation. Believe that He died for your sins and rose again, and you will be saved. This will be the best help in all of your life.
We stand with you in prayer, seeking God's will together in Jesus' name.