50 Days of Prayer

Day 13 – Future Marriages

April 8, 2016

Romans 12:9-12  “Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit. Serve the Lord.”

Matthew 5:13-16, Titus 2:1-8

PRAYER:  Heavenly Father, we see the enemy has wreaked great havoc in marriages today. Even the institution of marriage as You ordained it is being assaulted. Forgive us Lord when we have failed to be salt and light in this regard. We see young people entering into relationships, producing children without the cover and benefit of a marriage covenant, and even without knowing there is a benefit. We see older people divorcing and living together without marriage for monetary benefit. Lord, forgive us. Please help us truly show honor to those who have done well in marriage, proving themselves as examples to the flock. Help us highlight the testimonies of those who have endured hardship and remained faithful to their mates, growing in love, raising godly children who know and serve You. May the older teach the younger in such a way as to help them succeed as well. May we encourage young families who are working hard and doing well in spite of the circumstances. May we find the ability to support them in tangible ways.

*Bring to mind those whom I can honor and encourage:_______. Now I pray that You would give me boldness to do it. For Your glory, in Jesus name, Amen.