Relationship prayers for couples

A strong and loving relationship is one of the greatest gifts we can experience in life. For couples, nurturing their bond requires patience, understanding, and a deep connection with each other and with God. Prayer is a powerful way to strengthen that connection, inviting God to be at the center of your relationship. Whether you are newly married or have been together for years, the following relationship prayers for couples can help you grow closer to each other and God, building a relationship that reflects His love and grace.

Prayer for relationships strengthening

1. Prayer for Unity

Lord, strengthen our bond and help us stay united in love.

Bible Verse: “Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” — Matthew 19:6

2. Prayer for Mutual Respect

God, teach us to honor and respect each other in all we do.

Bible Verse: “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” — Romans 12:10

3. Prayer for Communication

Lord, grant us clear and loving communication in our relationship.

Bible Verse: “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” — Colossians 4:6

4. Prayer for Patience

Give us patience with each other’s weaknesses and faults, O Lord.

Bible Verse: “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” — Ephesians 4:2

5. Prayer for Forgiveness

Lord, help us to forgive each other quickly and fully.

Bible Verse: “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

6. Prayer for Trust

God, help us build trust and faithfulness in our relationship.

Bible Verse: “The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain.” — Proverbs 31:11

7. Prayer for Love

Lord, deepen our love for one another daily.

Bible Verse: “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” — 1 Peter 4:8

8. Prayer for Joy

Fill our relationship with joy and laughter, O God.

Bible Verse: “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” — Nehemiah 8:10

9. Prayer for Peace

Lord, bring peace into our relationship and remove any discord.

Bible Verse: “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace.” — Colossians 3:15

10. Prayer for Guidance

Guide us, Lord, in every decision we make as a couple.

Bible Verse: “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

11. Prayer for Gratitude

God, help us always to be thankful for each other.

Bible Verse: “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18

12. Prayer for Strength

Lord, give us strength to face challenges together.

Bible Verse: “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” — Philippians 4:13

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13. Prayer for Compassion

Teach us, Lord, to be compassionate and kind to one another.

Bible Verse: “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” — Ephesians 4:32

14. Prayer for Commitment

Help us, God, to stay committed to each other through thick and thin.

Bible Verse: “But Ruth replied, ‘Don’t urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God.'” — Ruth 1:16

15. Prayer for Faithfulness

Lord, keep us faithful to each other and to you.

Bible Verse: “Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.” — Proverbs 3:3

16. Prayer for Understanding

Grant us understanding and empathy in our relationship.

Bible Verse: “A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.” — Proverbs 19:11

17. Prayer for Growth

Lord, help us grow together in love and faith.

Bible Verse: “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” — 2 Peter 3:18

18. Prayer for Intimacy

Draw us closer to each other emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

Bible Verse: “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.” — Ecclesiastes 4:9

19. Prayer for Healing

Heal any past wounds in our relationship, Lord.

Bible Verse: “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3

20. Prayer for Wisdom

Give us wisdom, Lord, in handling our relationship challenges.

Bible Verse: “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

21. Prayer for Protection

Lord, protect our relationship from harm and negativity.

Bible Verse: “But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” — 2 Thessalonians 3:3

22. Prayer for Humility

Teach us humility, Lord, so we can serve each other selflessly.

Bible Verse: “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” — Philippians 2:3

23. Prayer for Honesty

Lord, help us to always be honest and transparent with each other.

Bible Verse: “The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy.” — Proverbs 12:22

24. Prayer for Financial Stewardship

Guide us in managing our finances wisely and without conflict.

Bible Verse: “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.” — Proverbs 21:5

25. Prayer for Shared Goals

Unite us in our goals and aspirations, Lord.

Bible Verse: “How can two walk together unless they are agreed?” — Amos 3:3

26. Prayer for Contentment

Help us find contentment in each other and in what we have.

Bible Verse: “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” — 1 Timothy 6:6

27. Prayer for Resilience

Lord, give us the resilience to withstand trials together.

Bible Verse: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” — James 1:2-3

28. Prayer for Openness

Help us be open with our feelings and thoughts, Lord.

Bible Verse: “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” — James 5:16

29. Prayer for Encouragement

Lord, make us each other’s biggest encouragers.

Bible Verse: “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:11

30. Prayer for Faith

Strengthen our shared faith, O God, and help us grow spiritually together.

Bible Verse: “But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” — Joshua 24:15

31. Prayer for Courage

Lord, give us the courage to face challenges together with confidence.

Bible Verse: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9

32. Prayer for Consistency

Help us to be consistent in our love and care for each other.

Bible Verse: “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

Also read: Bible verses about consistency

33. Prayer for Romance

Revive the romance in our relationship, Lord.

Bible Verse: “I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine; he browses among the lilies.” — Song of Solomon 6:3

34. Prayer for Generosity

Teach us to be generous with our time, love, and resources.

Bible Verse: “Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” — Luke 6:38

35. Prayer for Peaceful Conflict Resolution

Lord, guide us in resolving conflicts peacefully and with love.

Bible Verse: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” — Matthew 5:9

36. Prayer for Listening

Help us to be good listeners to each other’s needs and desires.

Bible Verse: “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

37. Prayer for Selflessness

Teach us to put each other’s needs above our own.

Bible Verse: “Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.” — Philippians 2:4

38. Prayer for Adventure

Fill our lives with exciting adventures and shared experiences, Lord.

Bible Verse: “He has made everything beautiful in its time.” — Ecclesiastes 3:11

39. Prayer for Restoration

Restore any brokenness in our relationship, Lord.

Bible Verse: “Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” — Psalm 51:12

40. Prayer for Shared Ministry

Lord, use us as a couple to serve others and glorify your name.

Bible Verse: “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” — Joshua 24:15

41. Prayer for Patience in Waiting

Help us to be patient as we wait on your timing, Lord.

Bible Verse: “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.” — Psalm 27:14

42. Prayer for Positive Influence

Lord, may our relationship be a positive influence on others.

Bible Verse: “In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16

43. Prayer for Humble Hearts

Give us humble hearts, Lord, that we may serve each other in love.

Bible Verse: “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” — James 4:10

44. Prayer for Spiritual Growth

Lord, help us grow spiritually, both individually and together.

Bible Verse: “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” — Matthew 6:33

45. Prayer for Friendship

Deepen the friendship in our relationship, Lord, making us best friends as well as partners.

Bible Verse: “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” — Proverbs 17:17

46. Prayer for Protection from Temptation

Lord, protect our relationship from any form of temptation that could harm it.

Bible Verse: “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.” — 1 Corinthians 10:13

47. Prayer for Mutual Support

Help us to support each other in all aspects of life, Lord.

Bible Verse: “Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.” — Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

48. Prayer for Healthy Boundaries

Lord, guide us in establishing and respecting healthy boundaries within our relationship.

Bible Verse: “Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.” — Proverbs 25:28

49. Prayer for Laughter

Fill our relationship with laughter and joy, O God.

Bible Verse: “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” — Proverbs 17:22

50. Prayer for Enduring Love

Lord, may our love for each other endure all things, as your love endures forever.

Bible Verse: “Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.” — 1 Corinthians 13:8

Prayers for couples before bed

1. Lord, as we end this day, we ask for your peace to rest upon us. Calm our hearts and minds so we may sleep soundly, trusting in your care. Amen.

2. Thank you, Lord, for the blessings of today. We are grateful for your love, for each other, and for your constant provision in our lives. Amen.

3. Heavenly Father, if we have hurt or wronged each other today, we ask for forgiveness. Help us to forgive one another and let go of any anger or frustration before we sleep. Amen.

4. Lord, watch over us as we sleep. Protect our home, our hearts, and our relationship. Keep us safe in your arms tonight. Amen.

5. Lord, deepen our love for each other each day. Help us to grow in kindness, patience, and understanding as we continue to share our lives. Amen.

6. Heavenly Father, we ask for rest for our bodies and our minds. Let this night’s sleep renew our strength so we can face tomorrow with energy and joy. Amen.

7. Lord show us how to walk in love and make decisions that honor you and each other. Amen.

8. Father, grant us patience with one another. Help us to be slow to anger and quick to listen. May we always speak with love and respect. Amen.

9. Lord, we ask for your strength as we face the challenges of life together. Help us support each other and remain strong in our faith and love. Amen.

10. Heavenly Father, we ask for your blessings on our relationship, our family, and our future. May we continue to walk in your favor and be a blessing to each other. Amen.