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21 DAY PRAYER OF AGREEMENT

<blockquote><h3>MARRIAGE VS LONG TERM RELATIONSHIP&nbsp; PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE </h3></blockquote>PRINCIPLES&nbsp;1. God’s Word provides only two options, marriage or celibate singleness. There is no third option of commitment to a long term relationship.2. A long term relationship of two people cohabiting and/or having sex outside of marriage is sexual immorality or fornication. It is a sin.”Flee from sexual immorality. All other sins a person commits are outside the body, but whoever sins sexually, sins against their own body. Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.“ 1 Corinthians‬ ‭6‬:‭18‬-‭20‬.‬‬3. We are the body of Christ and when we engage in sex outside of God’s will, which is sex outside marriage, we are forcing Christ to be a participant in our sexual sin. Forcing Him to have sex outside His will is rape.“Don’t you realize that your bodies are actually parts of Christ Himself? Should a man take his body, which is part of Christ, and join it to a prostitute? Never!” 1 Corinthians 6:15.4. The biblical pattern laid out in Genesis is: First, Adam got to know Eve (Genesis 2:23). Second, Adam married Eve (Genesis 2:24 ). Third, Adam and Eve had a sexual relationship (Genesis 4:1). The pattern is, first get to know the other person, second, get married, and then, third, you can have sex.5. God is infinitely holy. Everyone who comes in contact with God cries out spontaneously, “holy, holy, holy!” If our holy and righteous God lives in you, by His Spirit, and He does if you are a Christian, how could you take him to bed with someone You are not married to?6. Cohabiting or long term relationship with sex, is outside the will of God. Everything done outside the will of God is going to cause hurt for us and for others. This is why God tells us not to do this, for our own good and protection.7. Marriage is God’s design. Every child of God is worthy of all the benefits, blessings and responsibilities of marriage.“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favor of the Lord" (Proverbs 18:22).8. God’s word is clear, He's against fornication, and says clearly that sex outside of marriage is sin. But He created sex and gives us a way to enjoy that pleasure within marriage, and He tells us that if we cannot commit to celibate singleness, then we should get married so as not to sin."Now to the unmarried and the widows I say: It is good for them to stay unmarried, as I am. But if they cannot control themselves, they should marry, for it is better to marry than to burn with passion." 1 Corinthians 7:8-9.DECEPTION1. The Bible is the inspired word of God. 2 Timothy 3:16 states that, “All Scripture is God-breathed” and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” The Bible is the inspired, inerrant, word of God, and it's supernatural power is demonstrated daily by changed lives.2. Believing something doesn’t make it true. People believe a lie all the time, but it doesn’t make it true. Believing in the tooth fairy doesn’t make her true. Conversely, not believing the truth doesn’t change its veracity or absolve us from its impact. You may choose not to believe in gravity, but that doesn’t stop the law of gravity from operating. If you jump from a 5 story building, you will discover the law of gravity.3. People choose “beliefs” that support the lifestyle they want. They are in essence trying to make a God in their own image, one that agrees with their lifestyle choices. But that God doesn’t exist. Other people are actually sincere in their beliefs that sex outside of marriage is okay, but they are sincerely wrong. God created human beings and sex, and He has stated clearly that sex outside of marriage is destructive. You can choose to believe differently, but that doesn’t change the truth.4. We cannot elevate our opinions to the status of truth. Our opinions and feelings are not the truth. The word of God is the truth. One of the major deceptions in the world today is that there are all kinds of “truth” – your truth, my truth, and everybody’s truth. The word of God is the truth. We can choose to reject the truth and choose our own way, but we will give account to God for the choices we make.5. We can know the truth. Jesus said, I am the way, the truth and the life. Ignorance of the truth is not bliss or an excuse. Ignorance of the truth of the word of God is deadly. Hosea 4:6 says, my people perish for lack of knowledge. Even if you were taught a lie, you can learn the truth by studying the Bible.6. Jesus said, in Revelation 22:12-15: “Look, I am coming soon, bringing my reward with me to repay all people according to their deeds. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.” Blessed are those who wash their robes. They will be permitted to enter through the gates of the city and eat the fruit from the tree of life. Outside the city are the dogs—the sorcerers, the sexually immoral, the murderers, the idol worshipers, and all who love to live a lie.” NOTABLE QUOTES FROM “SAVED SINGLES” GROUP DISCUSSION“All it does is enable people who are afraid of being committed and accepting responsibility. Had always been predominantly a male characteristic but now evident in both sexes. It’s also a way to delay growing up. If a woman has feelings for a man and is intimate with him, she very likely won’t appreciate him delaying marriage indefinitely. The two can satisfy their sexual desires and the man can withhold responsibility and commitment. Then again, older women, especially ones who have never been married, and who are afraid of being intimate and being emotionally vulnerable, sometimes like collecting platonic “male buddies”. The woman can have a man who is willing to commit and desires to meet their emotional needs and the woman doesn’t have to marry him because that would involve meeting the man’s emotional needs and sexual desires. So, she can just have a male friend.” (Guy comment).“Think it comes down to .. are you having sex? These few verses really helped my relationships with the opposite sex. Gen 2:23 (Adam got to know Eve). Gen 2:24 (Adam married Eve). Gen 4:1 (Adam and Eve had sexual relationship). 1st get to know, 2nd marriage, 3rd sex. Now, after coming to Christ, I had sex with women, I thought it was okay if we were both in Christ and she was okay with it. Then someone at a singles Bible Study pointed out this verse and ruined my fun . 1 Cor 7:1-2 . Now concerning the things whereof ye wrote unto me: It is good for a man not to touch a woman. Nevertheless, to avoid fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband. 1 Cor 7:1-2 didn't really ruin my fun, my relationships are better and when the right lady comes along, I'll get married and have physical relations.” (Guy comment).“I've been there and did that... the physical relationships without marriage, as I'm sure most of us on here have done, and it never ended well.” (Lady comment).“We now have the choice, our free will, do you live pleasing to Him and do His will, or to choose to live gratifying our flesh, a life displeasing to the Lord. “(Lady comment).“Men that drag romantic relationships out for years and years without marriage usually have trouble keeping things pure anyway. At a certain point, stop hoping he’ll marry you some day and move on and meet someone who is better able to deal with commitment, i.e. a “grown up” man.” (Guy comment).“I’ve done the long term relationship… but I was hoping for marriage...and I feel like I’m worthy of all the benefits and blessings of marriage and I’m now willing to put in the work for marriage…Besides I’m too old for committed long term anyway. I’m too old for a boyfriend. and I do not want to be anyone’s special friend! (Lady comment).”“A “committed long term relationship” is just a friendship or a very long courtship if you’re doing it the way that God intends. This means without sexual intimacy. I’m pretty sure anyone who is truly interested in being in a relationship with someone and is doing it the way God intends, would not want to wait years and years without getting married so that they can share that physical intimacy. If it doesn’t progress then what’s the point? If a person doesn’t do it this way then they’re not obtaining the blessing that God really wants for them.” (Lady comment)“Well I would say marriage of course. A long-term relationship never goes anywhere. I know I was in one. And it's not honoring to God either. (Lady comment).”“Singles groups are great because you can enjoy the company of the opposite sex with Less commitment, less vulnerability, less emotional involvement. Like the TV show “Friends”. Relationship Lite: Everything you always wanted in a relationship and “Less”” (Guy comment).“Don't rush into marriage! Take time to get to know your future spouse.” (Lady comment).“As a Bible Believing Christ Follower, ￼ with the Spirit of God, living in me… How could I go back into a life of fornication?” (Lady comment). &nbsp;ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURES“Then the Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him.” Genesis‬ 2‬:18 NLT. “At last!” the man exclaimed. “This one is bone from my bone, and flesh from my flesh! She will be called ‘woman,’ because she was taken from ‘man.’” Genesis‬ 2‬:23‬ NLT‬‬. “Your children will commit themselves to you, O Jerusalem, just as a young man commits himself to his bride. Then God will rejoice over you as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride.” Isaiah‬ 62‬:5‬ NLT‬‬. “Give honor to marriage, and remain faithful to one another in marriage. God will surely judge people who are immoral and those who commit adultery.” Hebrews‬ 13‬:4‬ NLT‬‬. “Who can find a virtuous and capable wife? She is more precious than rubies. Her husband can trust her, and she will greatly enrich his life. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.” Proverbs‬ 31‬:10‬-12‬ NLT‬‬. ”He who finds a wife finds a good thing, And obtains favor from the Lord.“ ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭18‬:‭22‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

MARRIAGE VS LONG TERM RELATIONSHIP: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE

<blockquote><h3>PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE </h3></blockquote>Praying for your future spouse can help you stay focused on God, His plan for your life, and trust that the right person will come into your life at the right time.Taking the time to pray for your future spouse can bring you peace, clarity, and a sense of purpose.&nbsp;PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE: Prayer for His/her Walk with God Heavenly Father, thank you for your plans for my future marriage. I believe that you put the desire in my heart and have prepared my future spouse for me. lift them up to You, and pray that their personal walk with You be filled with an ever-deepening faith, an unwavering trust, and a profound sense of Your love and presence. I pray for wisdom, understanding, and the knowledge of Your Word. Help them, Lord, to seek You first in all things, and cultivate a deep and intimate relationship with You. Keep them safe from harm and help them to make choices that honor You.Lord, give them discernment to recognize Your voice, and the courage to follow Your will and the leadership of Holy Spirit. Help them to rely on Your grace, receive Your forgiveness, forgive others, love unconditionally, and serve You with a humble heart. I pray for their protection from the lures and temptations of this world. Give them strength and resilience in the face of trials and challenges. May their prayer life be rich and fervent, as they cast their cares on you. Lord, protect and bless their heart, mind, and soul. Give them your peace which passes all understanding.Finally, Lord, I ask that our relationship be founded on the strong and unshakable foundation of faith in You. May we support and uplift each other in our walk with You, growing together in love, faith, and grace. Bless our future together as a couple, and help us to glorify You in all that we do. In Jesus’ name, Amen. PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE: Prayer for His/Her Calling and Purpose Lord, You are the author of our destinies, I ask you to reveal Your divine calling and purpose to my future spouse. May they hear Your voice clearly and follow the path You have laid out for them. Deliver them from an empty purpose and squandered destiny. Give them wisdom and understanding, and equip them with all the skills, talents, resources, and opportunities they need to excel in their purpose and fulfill their calling. Open doors that no one can shut and bring the right people into their life to support and encourage them. Lord, I pray for Your protection over them. Guard them from distractions and temptations that may lead them away from Your path. Keep their focus on their divine purpose, and may they remain rooted in You.Fill their heart with a deep passion for their purpose, and the dedication, diligence, courage, perseverance, and humility to achieve it. In moments of doubt or pressure, may they find strength and resilience in You, knowing that You are their source and that nothing is impossible with you. Use them to make a positive impact on this world, and let their life be a testament to Your love, grace, and power. May Your will be done in their life, and may they find true meaning and fulfillment in serving You.Father, I ask that our partnership, as a couple, may be a source of mutual encouragement and support for each other's callings. May we inspire and strengthen one another as we walk together in faith, fulfilling the purposes You have set before us. In Jesus' name, Amen PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE: Prayer for His/Her Character and Integrity Father, I pray for my future spouse, mold and shape their character to reflect the qualities that honor You. Instill in them a heart of love, compassion, kindness, and humility. Cultivate within them a character that reflects Your own. Give them the wisdom and discernment to make choices that are pleasing to You, even when faced with difficult decisions and temptations. Strengthen their commitment to live a life that is in alignment with Your Word.Lord, protect their heart and mind from the lures and pressures of this world that seek to compromise their character. Deliver them from pride, greed, immorality, and seeking human approval. Give them the strength to stand firm in their values and faith, even in adversity. Help them to be a person of truth, honesty, faithfulness and transparency. In their personal and professional life, may they be a person of integrity and trustworthiness. Surround them with positive influences and mentors who can help them grow in character and faith. May their reputation be untarnished, and their word be their bond.Lord, as You bring us together as a couple, may our relationship be built on a foundation of trust, truth, and mutual respect. Let our love and partnership strengthen and refine our characters, and be a reflection of Your grace and glory. In Jesus' name, Amen. PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE: Prayer for Spiritual, Emotional, Mental, And Physical Health Lord, I pray for my future spouse, for divine health and wholeness in spirit, soul, and body. Protect their mind from negative thoughts, worry, and anxiety, and help them to fix their thoughts on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent and worthy of praise. I pray against wrong mindsets, lies, and strongholds. I cancel heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cancer, and every form of sickness from their life and family. I speak life, divine health, and wholeness to every cell, tissue and organ of their body. I declare that they have a sound mind, healthy body, and a blessed soul.Lord, help them to be a good steward of their body and make wise choices regarding their diet, exercise, and rest. Help them to live a balanced life, be disciplined, manage stress effectively, forgive quickly, and have a heart of gratitude. Give them the courage to seek help if they feel overwhelmed, and to always remember that You are with them, every step of the way by Your Holy Spirit. Help them to live free in spirit, soul, and body.As we look forward to our future together as a couple, may we both prioritize and support each other's health and well-being, understanding the importance of taking care our bodies, which is your temple. In Jesus Name, amen. PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE: Prayer for His/Her Dreams and Godly Mission Lord, I pray for my future spouse. You see them right now. You know the goals, dreams, passion, mission, and giftings you placed in their life. May they have clarity of vision and deep understanding of your call on their life. Illuminate the path of their godly mission, so they can walk in alignment with Your divine purpose. Give them wisdom, insight, courage, good work ethic, and favor. May they pursue their dreams and mission with passion and dedication, always seeking to honor and glorify You.Give them a kingdom mindset and the anointing, resources, opportunities, and connections they need to fulfill their kingdom assignment. Open doors of favor and divine appointments that lead to success and meaningful impact. Surround them with mentors and resources to help them achieve your agenda and carry out their life’s mission.I pray for our future together as a couple. May we be partners in pursuing a shared, godly mission. Let our love and partnership be a source of encouragement and support as we seek to fulfill Your purposes. May our goals and mission align with Your divine plan, and bring honor and glory to Your name. In Jesus' name, Amen. PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE: Prayer for His/Her Family and Relationships Father, I pray for my future spouse, his family and friends. I pray for the salvation of all family members. I ask for healthy relationships and Christ connection with the parents, siblings, and extended family. I disconnect them from friends from hell, agents of the devil sent to destabilize, derail, and destroy them. I pray against negative voices speaking into their life. Lord, I pray against division. Give them love, unity, and understanding within their family, and may their relationships be a source of support, encouragement, and joy. I ask for a great relationship with my in laws, and that I would be a blessing to their family.Lord, surround my future spouse with friends who are positive influences. May their friendships be built on trust, loyalty, and a shared love for Jesus. Give them discernment and wisdom in choosing friends. Help them to be compassionate, forgiving, and understanding. May their relationships reflect the qualities of kindness, respect, authenticity, faith in you and a commitment to personal growth.I pray for our future relationship as a couple. May our love and partnership be built on a foundation of respect, trust, and mutual support. May we be a source of strength and love for each other, and may our relationship be founded on a deep and abiding love that reflects Your love for us. In Jesus' name, Amen. PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE: Prayer for His/Her Preparation for Marriage Lord, I pray for my future spouse. Please give them the wisdom and understanding to prepare their hearts and minds for the responsibilities and joys of marriage. Help them to grow in love, patience, and kindness. May they develop the character of a husband/ wife who reflects Your image. Teach them what it means to love sacrificially, to honor their commitment, and to build a lasting foundation for a strong and godly marriage.I pray for their spiritual, emotional, mental, relational, financial, social, and behavioral readiness for marriage. May they find strength in their relationship with You. Give them the grace, maturity and selflessness to forgive, to communicate effectively, and to nurture a love that is steadfast and enduring. In all things, may Your love shine through them, and may their commitment to their vows be a living testimony to Your faithfulness.Lord, prepare my heart for the person you have prepared for me. May our love and partnership be grounded in you and a powerful testament to Your grace and love. Use us to inspire and guide others in building strong, loving, and godly marriages. In Jesus' name, Amen. PRAYER FOR MY FUTURE SPOUSE: Prayer That God Will Bring Us Together Father, I pray for myself and my future spouse that You would order our steps and bring us together in marriage. Guide us, Lord, orchestrate our paths to intersect, and help us to recognize each other, whether we have already crossed paths or are yet to meet. You know the desires of our hearts. Please lead and guide us on the path that will lead to a blessed and God-honoring marriage.Prepare us both for this sacred commitment, equipping us with the qualities and character we need to be loving, supportive, and faithful life partners. Prepare our hearts for the love and companionship that You have ordained for us, and may our dating be pure and our marriage bed undefiled.Lord, I pray that our relationship would be grounded in You, built on a strong foundation of faith and love. I ask for Your guidance, wisdom, and blessing as we journey toward the day when we come together in holy matrimony. May our love story be a beautiful testament to Your love and grace. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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