However, in the midst of our search for answers, we tend to overlook the simplest and yet most powerful tool available to us: prayer.

Prayer has the ability to strengthen the bond between two spouses and nurture a deeper sense of connection and intimacy. It is the cornerstone of spiritual unity, allowing couples to invite God’s presence and guidance into their marriage.

Let’s explore ways to encourage praying together as a couple.

The K.I.S.S. ~ Pray together!

But in reality, it’s a challenge just getting to spend time together.

1. Create Sacred Moments

Just as physical intimacy requires a space where both partners can connect intimately, so does spiritual intimacy necessitate a dedicated time and place to come together in prayer. Establishing a sacred moment each day, whether it’s in the morning, evening, or before bedtime, sets the stage for a prayerful connection. Mark this time on your shared calendar and treat it with the same importance you would give to any other commitment.

Biblical Reference: “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them” (Matthew 18:20).

By intentionally setting aside time for prayer, couples invite the presence of God into their marriage, strengthening their connection and fostering a deeper understanding of one another.

2. Create a Prayer Routine

Building a prayer routine helps couples establish a habit of consistent prayer, ensuring that the act becomes an essential part of their daily lives. Begin this journey by discussing your individual prayer needs and concerns with each other. Understand what personal needs, challenges, or dreams you both have and how you can support one another through prayer. Then, create a list of prayer points together and set aside time to bring these concerns before God as a united front.

Biblical Reference: “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer” (Romans 12:12).

Embracing a regular prayer routine encourages couples to find joy in the journey, remain steadfast in times of trouble, and demonstrate their faithfulness to one another and to God.

3. Pray for One Another

While sharing prayer concerns as a couple is valuable, it is equally important to pray specifically for each other. Take turns praying for your spouse’s individual hopes, dreams, and challenges. Ask God to guide and protect your partner, interceding on their behalf for strength, wisdom, and grace. By lifting one another up in prayer, you demonstrate your love and commitment, and allow God to work in and through your marriage.

Biblical Reference: “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing” (1 Thessalonians 5:11).

Praying for one another not only strengthens the bond between spouses but also serves as an encouragement and reminder of the love and support you have for each other in your shared journey.

Please note…prayer should never be underestimated or overlooked. Prayer has the power to transform marriages, providing a foundation of spiritual intimacy and unity that cannot be achieved through any other means. Through creating sacred moments, establishing a prayer routine, and praying for one another, you can cultivate a vibrant and enduring relationship built on faith.

Let’s pause and ask yourself: “Do you believe in the power of prayer for your marriage?” Let the answer guide you toward an even more meaningful and connected journey together as you embrace the transformative power of prayer within your marital bond.

“Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!“