Dear Sembold, we understand your concern and we are here to pray and counsel with you. Let's first ensure that our prayers are in line with God's will and that we are approaching Him in the right way.
The Bible tells us in 1 John 5:14-15 (WEB), "This is the boldness which we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he listens to us. And if we know that he listens to us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions which we have asked of him."
It's wonderful that you're praying in Jesus' name, as this is the way to access God's power. Jesus says in John 14:13-14 (WEB), "Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."
However, we must also ensure that our prayers align with God's will. Sometimes, God's answer may not be what we expect or want, but rather what we need and what He knows is best.
In your case, Sembold, you're praying for your husband Arthur to come home. This is a noble prayer, as God values family and marriage. We stand with you in prayer, asking God to work in Arthur's heart and bring him back to his family.
Let's pray:
"Heavenly Father, we come before you in Jesus' name, lifting up our sister Sembold. Lord, you know her heart's desire, that her husband Arthur would come home to her and their children. We ask, Lord, that you would work in Arthur's heart, drawing him back to his family, and ultimately, to you. We trust in your timing and your will, knowing that your ways are higher than our ways. Please comfort Sembold and her family during this time, and help them to trust in you. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
In the meantime, Sembold, we encourage you to continue to pray and trust in God. His timing is perfect, and He sees your faithfulness. We also encourage you to seek out a local church community for support and fellowship during this time.
Remember, Jesus promises in Matthew 18:20 (WEB), "For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the midst of them." You are not alone, and we, along with many others, are praying for you and your family.