Prayer for Broken Marriage

[He-in-me]

My name is Paul and I am a baby Christian. I am married and have a 4 year old daughter. I am currently living separately from them both and can't seem to find my way back. Our biggest struggle is conflict resolution, and that is the reason I remain separate from them, as I am choosing to keep my daughter's eyes/ears from this destructive behavior.

I could really use prayers for my marriage. I am also struggling to find work so that I may better serve my family and the Lord, and would appreciate any prayer offerings for a job.

I would also appreciate any scripture/book suggestions.

 

[chapmic]

Praying for you and your marriage, may the Holy Spirit guide. I would just try to focus on learning what would Jesus do. We can influence others greatly when we are focused on learning to love like he loved. The situation with your daughter and wife can change at any moment so keep your hope in Christ because he will provide.

 

[He-in-me]

Praying for you and your marriage, may the Holy Spirit guide. I would just try to focus on learning what would Jesus do. We can influence others greatly when we are focused on learning to love like he loved. The situation with your daughter and wife can change at any moment so keep your hope in Christ because he will provide.

Chapmic, your prayers and words are very appreciated.

 

[Tigger45]

God bless your family

 

[farout]

My name is Paul and I am a baby Christian. I am married and have a 4 year old daughter. I am currently living separately from them both and can't seem to find my way back. Our biggest struggle is conflict resolution, and that is the reason I remain separate from them, as I am choosing keep my daughter's eyes/ears from this destructive behavior.

I could really use prayers for my marriage. I am also struggling to find work so that I may better serve my family and the Lord, and would appreciate any prayer offerings for a job.

I would also appreciate any scripture/book suggestions.

Paul did you leave or were you asked to leave? If you left on your own that's not Scriptural.
1 Corinthians 7:10-11 tells us men not to leave our wife. That is NOT an option for a husband. The reason is you are responsible for your home. If this is the case you need to correct this ASAP. If that was the case ask your wife to forgive this. You need the help of your pastor.

I hear you say you are a Baby Christian. What doe that mean? You cant stay a new born Christian very long, its time to jump into maturity real fast. The devil is seeking to destroy your marriage, your family and you as a man.

Being out of work is very stressful at best. Looking for work is really HARD WORK. You need to spend time in reading the Bible for a reasonable 10 to 15 minuets and prayer for about the same. Pray for your home to be healer, your wife, the issues you have. pray for work, ask the Lord for the Holy Spirit to direct your path and help you find a job.

I have found work several times in my life by asking the employer a very serious question. If I work the rest of the week for free to prove I can do the work, and if you do not like my work or me then its free. If you like me and my work, the week is free, but hire me. That has so impressed the job they hired me and paid me for the time I worked.

I would encourage you and your wife to see your pastor together, and unless there was physical abuse there is no reason not to abide in the same house. Yes all couples have difficult times, some couples more than others. but marriage requires hard work! Sometimes marriage is not fun or nice at all. But you have a Covenant with God to death you part right?

I would like to know more about you and whats this is all about if you want. Blessings.

 

[davidcrosby]

As I've said before, it’s true that in Him all things consist (Col 1:17). And that goes for our marriages too…with the fact that “in Him we live, and move, and have our being” (Acts 17:28) as one in Christ Jesus. I'll be in the unity of prayer with you and others here about your situation my brother. Just allow this time for Christ to work in you as He works in your life. Don't forget, He's always faithful... even if we are faithless, He remains faithful; He cannot deny Himself (2Tim 2:13).

 

[He-in-me]

I would like to know more about you and whats this is all about if you want. Blessings.

Thank you for your kind words. I would love to speak openly about the details of my trials, I just don't know that a public forum is the best place to air-it-out. Everything you have said I believe and have heard time-and-again, but there are many complexities to my story that make it difficult.

"Baby Christian" is a term my pastoral counselor has used in terms of my walk with Christ. I am almost 45 y/o and was just saved in January of this year.

 

[LastAcorn99]

I’m sorry you are facing issues in your marriage, Paul. Sending prayers to you, asking God to bring healing and restoration to your marriage. May He draw you close to Himself, provide for your needs, and open doors for you to find work. If you haven’t already, I would suggest that you and your wife consider counseling. Please keep us posted, okay? Blessings!

 

[Linus]

Praying for the healing and restoration of your marriage and for you to be blessed with a good job in the name of Jesus Christ. Thank You Lord!

As for scripture, I know this site have been a blessing to many Christians that are struggling with their marriages.
https://www.rejoiceministries.org/

 

[rockytopva]

Father I pray blessings on this request and upon this family in Jesus name I pray. Also taking these needs before God in prayer on the 1:15PM bbnradio.org Family Altar program.

 

[tturt]

Encourage you to read the original "Love and Respect" by Emerson (think he was a pastor for decades). The book is based on husbands LOVE your wives and wives Respect your husbands (Eph 5:33).

praying, too.

 

[davidcrosby]

Lifting the three of you up again in prayer tonight brother.

 

[insurchoftruth]

Aim towards win/win situation, in your discussions with your wife. There must be a compromise, on one side, or on both sides at times. If you feel that your anger rises and increases in you, stop talking for a few seconds or minutes, to give you enough time to calm down emotionally, and to start thinking more logically. If necessary, ask your wife to do the same. The more emotional we become, the less analytical and logical we are, because our brain is hijacked, by the emotion, so we can not think straight and logically.

If there is a decision to be made by both of you about an issue, go with the one who feels stronger about the issue, either you or your wife. The one who feels stronger about the issue, must make the final decision, while the other one who feel weaker or more indifferent about the issue, must make a compromise.

 

[davidcrosby]

Aim towards win/win situation, in your discussions with your wife. There must be a compromise, on one side, or on both sides at times. If you feel that your anger rises and increases in you, stop talking for a few seconds or minutes, to give you enough time to calm down emotionally, and to start thinking more logically. If necessary, ask your wife to do the same. The more emotional we become, the less analytical and logical we are, because our brain is hijacked, by the emotion, so we can not think straight and logically.

If there is a decision to be made by both of you about an issue, go with the one who feels stronger about the issue, either you or your wife. The one who feels stronger about the issue, must make the final decision, while the other one who feel weaker or more indifferent about the issue, must make a compromise.

Words to take heed too, with the compromise of putting the other before yourself (instead of selfishness). I've seen the destruction of so many relationships because each one makes it about themself instead of the other.

 

[Amaze0707]

My prayers are with you and your family, Paul. If you haven't already done so, please check out the book, Love Must Be Tough. May our Heavenly Father give you strength and patience as you look to Him for guidance during this difficult time.

 

[macks116]

My name is Paul and I am a baby Christian. I am married and have a 4 year old daughter. I am currently living separately from them both and can't seem to find my way back. Our biggest struggle is conflict resolution, and that is the reason I remain separate from them, as I am choosing to keep my daughter's eyes/ears from this destructive behavior.

I could really use prayers for my marriage. I am also struggling to find work so that I may better serve my family and the Lord, and would appreciate any prayer offerings for a job.

I would also appreciate any scripture/book suggestions.

Coming from someone who is also separated from their wife I feel for you brother.

I recently finished "The Praying Life." by Paul Miller. It helped me pray more for those around me and myself especially. I meditate of the fact God will work all things for MY good. The same applies here. Although it might not seem God is working He is seeing every hurt your experience, every tear you cry and desires reconciliation in your marriage.

Have you considered seeing a Christian counselor on your own? It really helped me see the blind spots of my life and be a more loving person and simply more enjoyable. It is a hard step for most because I for one am prideful and don't ask for help. I'd strongly recommend going on your own to counseling and then perhaps couples if your wife is interested.

Just sent a prayer for you. Blessings to you.

 

[Ladyghosthunter]

I will be praying for you all who are of broken marriages. Please let me know if you need to talk or anything. God bless you and your families. I have faith that there will be healing.

Heather

 

[hypostatic]

Praying.

 

[Strong Wave]

I’m sorry to hear that you and your wife are living apart at this time. I sense your discouragement and realize that the marital crisis you’re facing is emotionally painful. I will pray for you, your wife and your daughter. May God provide a place of employment for you. I would love to suggest that you get a copy of the book titled, How to Act Right When Your Spouse Acts Wrong, by Leslie Vernick. It’s available through online bookstores. I wish you the best, Paul.