Prayers · 6 min read
How to Pray for Your Husband or Wife
A simple way to pray for your spouse every day, with example prayers for hard seasons, work stress and a stronger marriage.
Praying for your spouse is quiet work that changes two people: them, and you. It is hard to stay cold toward someone you pray for by name every day. Start with a short prayer for their day, their heart and your marriage, and be specific about what they are facing right now.
“If a man prevails against one who is alone, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.”
Five things to pray for
- Their relationship with God.
- Their health, rest and peace of mind.
- Their work: wisdom, favor and good boundaries.
- Your marriage: patience, honesty and tenderness.
- Your own heart: to love them the way God loves you.
A daily prayer for your spouse
“Lord, thank you for [name]. Be with them in everything they face today. Give them strength, clear thinking and moments of joy. Protect our marriage, and help me love them with patience and kindness. Amen.”
When work is stressful
“Father, [name] is carrying a lot at work. Give them wisdom for each decision, favor with the people they work with, and the ability to leave work at work when they come home. Let our home be a place of rest for them. Amen.”
In a hard season
“God, we are not in an easy place right now. Soften both of our hearts. Help us listen before we answer, forgive quickly, and remember why we chose each other. Heal what is hurt between us. Amen.”
“Love is patient and is kind. Love doesn’t envy. Love doesn’t brag, is not proud.”
Ways to keep it going
- 1.Ask once a week: “How can I pray for you?” and write it down.
- 2.Pray a one-line blessing over them before they leave.
- 3.Pray together for one minute before sleep, even if it feels awkward at first.
- 4.Tell them when you have prayed for something they shared.
Lift keeps your spouse’s current needs in one place and gives you a fresh prayer for them every day, so “I’ll pray for you” really happens.
Common questions
How do I pray for my husband or wife?
Pray daily for their relationship with God, health, work and your marriage, and ask them each week what they would like prayer for.
What is a short prayer for my spouse?
“Lord, be with [name] today. Give them strength and peace, protect our marriage, and help me love them well. Amen.”
Should couples pray together?
Many couples find it brings them closer. Start small, with one minute before sleep, and let it grow naturally.
Updated October 22, 2026. Scripture quotations are from the World English Bible (public domain).