10 Spiritual Warfare Prayers for Marriage to Keep Your Relationship Strong

If you’re reading this, you likely care about your marriage. Maybe you feel a quiet distance growing. Maybe arguments have become too common. Maybe temptation, stress, finances, or outside voices are pressing in. Or maybe nothing is “exploding,” but your heart knows something is off.

It helps to say one important truth early: your spouse is not your enemy.

The Bible teaches that there is a real spiritual battle, but our fight is not against each other. Scripture says, “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers…” (Ephesians 6:12, KJV). That doesn’t mean we blame everything on the devil or ignore our choices. It means we stop treating our spouse like the target and start treating the conflict like the problem.

These are spiritual warfare prayers for marriage, but they are calm, biblical prayers. They focus on protection, unity, truth, repentance, love, purity, peace, and wisdom. They are not prayers that “curse” people. They are prayers that invite Christ into the center and help you stand together.

As you pray, remember this: God can heal what feels stuck. God can soften what feels hard. God can rebuild what feels fragile. And God can guide you into practical steps that protect your home.

What spiritual warfare in marriage really looks like

When people hear “spiritual warfare,” they sometimes imagine dramatic scenes. But in marriage, spiritual battles often look ordinary.

They show up as:

misunderstanding that never gets cleared up
harsh words that leave bruises in the heart
pride that refuses to apologize
secrecy that breaks trust
temptation that grows in silence
unforgiveness that turns love cold
outside interference that weakens boundaries
financial pressure that fuels fear
exhaustion that drains patience and kindness

The enemy loves confusion, accusation, and division. God builds truth, humility, repentance, patience, and unity.

The goal of spiritual warfare prayers is not to “win” against your spouse. The goal is to stand together under God, resist the works of darkness, and protect what God joined.

What the Bible teaches about protecting a marriage

Before we pray, it helps to anchor our hearts in Scripture. When your marriage feels shaky, God’s Word becomes a steady place to stand.

God’s design is unity and covenant

The Bible describes marriage as a covenant bond, not a casual arrangement. “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.” (Genesis 2:24, KJV)

Jesus also said, “What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.” (Mark 10:9, KJV)

That doesn’t mean every marriage situation is simple. But it does mean marriage matters to God. It is worth praying for. It is worth protecting.

Love and forgiveness are part of strength

Some people think strength in marriage is loud control. But biblical strength looks like love that stays steady and forgiveness that stays willing.

Scripture says, “And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.” (1 Peter 4:8, KJV)

And it also teaches, “Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another… even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.” (Colossians 3:13, KJV)

Forgiveness does not mean pretending nothing happened. It means refusing to let bitterness rule your home. It means choosing freedom over revenge.

God gives armor for real battles

The armor of God is not only for church language. It’s for real life. “Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” (Ephesians 6:11, KJV)

Truth. Righteousness. Peace. Faith. Salvation. God’s Word. Prayer. These protect a marriage like strong walls protect a home.

How to use these prayers

You can use these prayers in a few simple ways:

Pray one prayer each day for 10 days
Pray one prayer each week for 10 weeks
Pray together as a couple (even if it’s only once or twice a week)
Pray alone for your marriage if your spouse isn’t ready yet

A small note: if there is abuse (emotional, physical, or sexual), prayer is still important, but safety matters too. If you are in danger, seek help and protection. God does not call you to stay silent in harm. Seek wise support through trusted leaders and appropriate professionals.

Now let’s pray.

10 Spiritual Warfare Prayers for Marriage

Marriage can feel like a battleground sometimes, but Scripture reminds us that our fight is not against each other. Below are marriage prayers to protect love, unity, and holiness.

Spiritual Warfare Prayers for Marriage

1. Prayer for God’s protection over our covenant

Scripture (KJV):

“The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.” (Psalm 121:7)

Gracious Father,
thank You for joining us in covenant.
Place Your protection over our marriage.
Preserve our love from evil and confusion.
Keep our home covered by Your peace.
Guard us from division, temptation, and hidden harm.
Teach us to honor what You have joined.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

2. Prayer to put on the armor of God as a couple

Scripture (KJV):

“Put on the whole armour of God…” (Ephesians 6:11)
“Above all, taking the shield of faith…” (Ephesians 6:16)

Lord Jesus,
help us put on the whole armour of God.
Gird our marriage with truth.
Cover us with righteousness.
Plant our feet in the gospel of peace.
Lift our faith like a shield against fear and lies.
Guard our minds with salvation.
Teach us to use Your Word with wisdom.
Make us faithful in prayer, together and alone.
Amen.

3. Prayer for unity when we feel divided

Scripture (KJV):

“Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” (Ephesians 4:3)

loving Lord,
bring unity where we have felt divided.
Heal misunderstandings and soften harsh places in us.
Help us speak with patience and listen with care.
Let peace rule our home.
Teach us to choose love over pride.
Bind us together again with charity and humility.
Amen.

4. Prayer to break pride and soften our hearts

Scripture (KJV):

“God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.” (James 4:6)

Gracious Father,
show me where pride has lived in my heart.
Break stubbornness in me.
Teach me to apologize without excuses.
Teach me to repent quickly and love sincerely.
Search me and cleanse me.
Give me humility that heals, not pride that wounds.
Amen.

5. Prayer for forgiveness and a clean reset

Scripture (KJV):

“Forgiving one another… even as Christ forgave you.” (Colossians 3:13)
“And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.” (Matthew 6:12)

Merciful Savior,
we bring You the pain we’ve carried.
Help us forgive as You forgave us.
Remove bitterness and silent anger.
Give us a clean reset, not a fake peace.
Teach us to speak truth with gentleness.
Heal what has been damaged by words and actions.
Restore trust as we walk in honesty.
Amen.

6. Prayer for love that stays patient and kind under pressure

Scripture (KJV):

“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another…” (John 13:34)

Gracious Father,
teach us charity that suffers long and stays kind.
When stress rises, help us not to turn on each other.
Teach us to speak gently, even when we disagree.
Help us serve each other in small ways.
Grow love that is real, steady, and humble.
Let our marriage reflect the love of Christ.
Amen.

7. Prayer for faithfulness and purity (against temptation)

Scripture (KJV):

“This is the will of God, even your sanctification…” (1 Thessalonians 4:3)
“Create in me a clean heart, O God…” (Psalm 51:10)

Lord Jesus,
guard our marriage from temptation.
Protect our eyes, our hearts, and our private choices.
Expose secrecy before it grows.
Create clean hearts in us.
Strengthen us to flee what is wrong and choose what is pure.
Help us honor each other with faithfulness and respect.
Amen.

8. Prayer for healing from past wounds and harsh words

Scripture (KJV):

“He healeth the broken in heart…” (Psalm 147:3)

Gracious Father,
You know what has hurt us.
You know the words we cannot forget.
Heal broken places in our hearts.
Teach us to answer softly and speak wisely.
Help us rebuild trust with patience.
Give us grace to change patterns that keep hurting us.
Make our home a place of comfort again.
Amen.

9. Prayer for wise boundaries and protection from outside interference

Scripture (KJV):

“Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” (Proverbs 4:23)

Mighty God,
teach us to protect our marriage with healthy boundaries.
Help us not to let outside voices control our home.
Give us wisdom with family, friends, and private matters.
Guard our hearts from emotional drift and unhealthy closeness elsewhere.
Help us cleave to each other in love and respect.
Keep our covenant safe.
Amen.

10. Prayer for peace in our home and the presence of God

Scripture (KJV):

“And the peace of God… shall keep your hearts and minds…” (Philippians 4:7)

Gracious King,
let Your peace rest on our home.
Quiet anxiety, anger, and fear.
Teach us to pray instead of panic.
Fill our rooms with Your presence.
Help us to be quick to love, quick to forgive, and slow to speak harshly.
Keep our hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Amen.

Practical spiritual warfare steps that support the prayers

Prayer is powerful, but spiritual battles in marriage often require steady, simple obedience too. These steps are not a formula. They are practical ways to “stand” while you pray.

biblical perspective on marriage

Choose one habit that lowers conflict

Here are a few small habits that protect peace:

Pause before responding when emotions rise (James 1:19, KJV: “Let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.”)
Avoid “always” and “never” words that inflame the moment
Don’t argue when either of you is exhausted if you can delay calmly
If you must talk, talk with respect and a soft tone

Even one habit can change the temperature in the home.

Choose one habit that builds connection

Spiritual warfare is not only resisting evil. It is also building what is good.

Try one of these:

a 10-minute daily check-in: “How is your heart today?”
a weekly walk and talk without phones
one short Scripture reading together once a week
praying one of the prayers above together twice a week

Small connection protects against drift.

Choose one boundary that protects trust

Trust is protected by clarity.

Examples:

Agree on wise boundaries with friendships and private messages
Avoid private emotional bonds with someone outside the marriage
Don’t bring outsiders into private conflicts as a habit
Decide how you will handle conflict: private first, counsel if needed, never humiliation

A protected marriage feels safer to live inside.

When prayers don’t feel answered quickly

Sometimes you pray and still feel tension the next day. That can be discouraging, but it does not mean God is absent.

Don’t turn on each other

In spiritual warfare, division is a common strategy. When you feel angry, ask yourself gently: “Is this pulling us together or pushing us apart?”

Even if your spouse is not responding well, you can choose a different spirit. You can choose humility. You can choose gentleness. You can choose to seek peace.

Keep standing and keep praying

Ephesians 6 repeats the word stand. The battle is not always won in a moment. Sometimes it is won by faithful standing.

Stand in truth.
Stand in prayer.
Stand in repentance.
Stand in love.

And keep believing that God can do what you cannot do.

Closing Thoughts

If your marriage is under pressure, you are not alone. Many couples face seasons they did not expect. But God is still God in the middle of it. He can soften hearts. He can restore affection. He can heal trust. He can teach you both new ways to speak and listen. He can protect your covenant.

Don’t wait for the “perfect moment” to start praying. Start now. Start small. Pray one prayer today. Then pray again tomorrow.

God honors humble hearts.

FAQs

What are the best prayers for marriage during spiritual warfare?

The best prayers for marriage are prayers that call on God for protection, truth, unity, forgiveness, purity, and peace. Prayers that ask God to change your own heart are especially powerful, because pride is often where battles begin (James 4:6, KJV).

Is it biblical to pray spiritual warfare prayers for marriage?

Yes. The Bible clearly teaches spiritual warfare and calls believers to stand in God’s armor (Ephesians 6:10–18, KJV). In marriage, that looks like resisting division, rejecting lies, walking in truth, and choosing love and forgiveness as an act of obedience.

How do I pray for my spouse when we are fighting?

Pray simply and honestly. Ask God to:

calm your heart first (Philippians 4:6–7, KJV)
help you speak gently (Proverbs 15:1, KJV)
soften both hearts
give wisdom for the next conversation
protect the marriage from further harm

You can also pray one of the 10 prayers above, word for word.

What Bible verses should I pray over my marriage (KJV)?

Here are a few strong ones to start with:

Genesis 2:24
Mark 10:9
Ephesians 4:2–3
Ephesians 6:10–18
1 Corinthians 13:4–7
Colossians 3:13–14
Philippians 4:6–7
Proverbs 15:1

You can pray these verses by turning them into short requests to God.

Can prayer restore a marriage that feels broken?

Prayer can do more than we often expect, because God can change hearts. But restoration is usually a process. Prayer often works alongside humility, truth-telling, forgiveness, consistent changed behavior, and wise help when needed.

If you both desire healing, take one step: