Marriage is a sacred covenant established by God between two individuals united in love and commitment. However, like any other relationship, it requires effort and intentionality to thrive. Prayer is one of the most effective ways to strengthen a marriage.
Prayer is a means of communicating with God and aligning our hearts and minds with His plans for our lives and marriages.
This article contains a list of prayers for spouses, each accompanied by a Bible verse, to assist you and your partner in growing closer to each other and to God. These prayers can help you navigate the challenges and joys of marriage with grace and humility, whether you are a newlywed or have been married for decades.
Prayer for Unity in Marriage
Heavenly Father, we pray that you will unite our marriage in love and purpose. Help us to work together in harmony, submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ.
“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” – Ephesians 4:2-3
Prayer for Communication in Marriage
Lord, we pray for open and honest communication in our marriage. Help us to listen to each other with empathy and kindness and to express our thoughts and feelings in a way that honors you.
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.” – James 1:19
Prayer for Forgiveness in Marriage
Father, we ask for your help in forgiving each other as you have forgiven us. Help us to show grace and mercy towards each other and to let go of bitterness and resentment.
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” – Colossians 3:13
Prayer for Intimacy in Marriage
Lord, we pray for a deep and intimate connection in our marriage. Help us to prioritize our physical, emotional, and spiritual intimacy and to honor each other with our bodies.
“The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband.” – 1 Corinthians 7:3
Prayer for Protection in Marriage
Heavenly Father, we ask for your protection over our marriage. Guard our hearts and minds against temptation and evil, and help us to stand firm in our commitment to each other.
“The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.” – Psalm 121:7-8
Prayer for Wisdom in Marriage
Father, we pray for wisdom and discernment in our marriage. Help us to seek your will and to make decisions that honor you and bless our relationship.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” – James 1:5
Prayer for Gratitude in Marriage
Lord, we thank you for the gift of marriage and the blessing of our spouse. Help us to show gratitude and appreciation for each other and to cherish the moments we have together.
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Prayer for Patience in Marriage
Heavenly Father, we pray for patience in our marriage. Help us to be patient with each other, especially during difficult times. Give us the ability to slow down, listen, and understand each other’s perspectives.
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.” – 1 Corinthians 13:4
Prayer for Humility in Marriage
Lord, we pray for humility in our marriage. Help us to put aside our desires and to consider each other’s needs and preferences. Teach us to serve each other with humility, just as Jesus did.
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” – Philippians 2:3
Prayer for Faith in Marriage
Father, we pray for faith in our marriage. Help us trust in your goodness and plans, even when we don’t understand. Strengthen our faith in each other and our commitment to our marriage.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
Prayer for Joy in Marriage
Lord, we pray for joy in our marriage. Help us enjoy each other’s company and find joy in life’s little moments. Remind us of the joy of serving you and loving each other.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13
Prayer for Grace in Marriage
Heavenly Father, we pray for grace in our marriage. Help us to extend grace to each other, just as you have extended grace to us. Give us the ability to forgive and to show mercy, even when it’s hard.
“Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” – Colossians 4:6
Prayer for Contentment in Marriage
Father, we pray for contentment in our marriage. Help us to find satisfaction in our relationship and to be content with what we have. Help us to resist the temptation to compare our marriage to others or to seek fulfillment outside of our relationship.
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'” – Hebrews 13:5
Prayer for Trust in Marriage
Lord, we pray for trust in our marriage. Help us to trust each other, to trust in your plan for our lives, and to trust in your faithfulness. Give us the courage to be vulnerable and to share our hearts.
“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” – Psalm 28:7
Prayer for Perseverance in Marriage
Heavenly Father, we pray for perseverance in our marriage. Help us to persevere through challenges and difficulties and to trust in your strength and provision. Help us to remain committed to each other and our marriage, even when it’s hard.
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
Prayer for Compassion in Marriage
Lord, we pray for compassion in our marriage. Help us to show empathy and understanding towards each other and to bear each other’s burdens with love and kindness. Give us hearts that are quick to forgive and slow to anger.
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” – Colossians 3:12
Prayer for Unity in Marriage
Father, we pray for unity in our marriage. Help us be of one mind and spirit, working together towards common goals and purposes. Help us communicate effectively and seek each other’s input and opinions.
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” – Psalm 133:1
Prayer for Respect in Marriage
Heavenly Father, we pray for respect in our marriage. Help us honor and value each other and speak to each other respectfully and kindly. Teach us to be considerate of each other’s feelings and to show appreciation for each other’s efforts.
“However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.” – Ephesians 5:33
Prayer for Wisdom in Marriage
Lord, we pray for wisdom in our marriage. Help us to make wise decisions that honor you and benefit our relationship. Give us discernment to know when to speak and when to listen, when to act and when to wait.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” – James 1:5
Prayer for Intimacy in Marriage
Father, we pray for intimacy in our marriage. Help us to grow closer together emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Help us to make time for each other and to prioritize our relationship.
“For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.” – Ephesians 5:31
Prayer for Gratitude of Marriage
Heavenly Father, we pray for gratitude in our marriage. Help us be thankful for each other and the blessings you have given us. Help us to express our gratitude to each other and you.
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Prayer for Protection in Marriage
Lord, we pray for protection over our marriage. Guard us against the enemy’s attacks and the world’s temptations. Help us to keep our eyes fixed on you and to trust in your protection and provision.
“The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” – Psalm 18:2
Prayer for Healing in Marriage
Father, we pray for healing in our marriage. Heal any wounds or hurts we may have caused each other, and restore any brokenness in our relationship. Help us to seek forgiveness and to offer it freely.
“Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.” – Jeremiah 17:14
Prayer for Renewal in Marriage
Heavenly Father, we pray for renewal in our marriage. Help us to renew our commitment to each other and our relationship. Give us fresh insight and new perspectives. Help us to see each other with new eyes and to love each other more deeply.
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” – Psalm 51:10
