How to Pray for a Cheating Husband

A cheating husband doesn’t only cause pain to his wife but may also lead to the family’s destruction. The Bible is clearly against adultery (Heb. 13:4), and those who committed these acts were punished under the Law. However, through the Blood of Jesus, even a cheating husband hopes to be transformed and redeemed. If your husband is cheating on you, here is a prayer you can offer for him:

Abba Father, You know the challenges my husband and I are experiencing in our marriage. I ask for Your mercy. Mend what was broken and restore what has been stolen. I renounce the unfaithfulness in my husband’s life, in Jesus’ Name! Set him free from the chains of adultery. Amen.

 

What do you say to a cheating husband who lies?

The Lord detests lies and unfaithfulness. Whenever the Israelites worshiped idols, they suffered from wars, captivity, and famines (Jer. 25:1-12). Although the Lord is good, we should remember that He is also fair. If your husband continues lying and cheating on you, here are a few reminders for him:

God detests a lying tongue (Prov. 6:17)

A lying tongue is one of the things that the Lord truly hates. If your husband continues lying to you, remind him that God is against his actions. When not aligned with God’s will, we should not expect His favor to be upon us. Unless your husband tells the truth and repents, he must do everything through his effort alone.

A person who lies will be found out (Prov. 10:9)

The Word of God assures us that those who walk on crooked paths will soon be found out. Although your husband may deny what he is doing, remind him that his deceit will be discovered. It would be better if he confessed to what he was doing rather than to be caught and consequently lose his reputation, honor, and dignity.

Those who lie belong to the father of lies (John 8:44)

If your husband remains unrepentant, remind him that those who lie belong to the devil. If your husband is of God, he must live in the truth. A life without truth is a life without freedom. Your husband’s lies will enslave him, keeping him from fully living God’s will. If we are not living under God’s will, we will not experience His beautiful plans.

The truth will set him free (John 8:32)

Only by genuinely accepting Jesus Christ can your husband be freed from the lies he is living in. Jesus Christ is the only One who can deliver him from falsehood and unfaithfulness. Even though you are hurting, share with your husband the saving grace of Jesus. Tell him what Jesus did on the Cross. As you speak to him about the Lord Jesus, you will remind him about love and hope. Only Jesus can save him and your marriage.

What should a wife do when her husband cheats?

Instead of arguing with your husband, you can pray for him (James 5:16). Condemnation will only create distance between the two of you, worsening the situation. But by praying, you are inviting the Lord to restore what has been lost and fix what has been destroyed. Here are some prayers you can offer for a husband who cheats:

Prayer for Restoration

The enemy wants to destroy your marriage and leave you in misery. However, we must remember that Jesus came so that we can have life and have it abundantly (John 10:10). You can trust God to restore your marriage and bring back the love you and your husband once had. Invite the Lord to fix your marriage with this prayer:

Abba Father, thank You for caring for me, even during my painful moments. You have never forgotten about me. I believe that You want my marriage to be restored more than anyone else. Bring back the love, faithfulness, and trust in my marriage, Father. I declare restoration, in Jesus’ Name! For this, I pray. Amen.

Prayer for Forgiveness

If you want your marriage to be restored, ask God to help you forgive your husband and yourself. It is not easy to grant forgiveness to someone who keeps on cheating, but it is not impossible with God. Lay down your pain at the feet of the Father. Remember how we have already been forgiven through the finished work of Jesus (Eph. 1:7). By remembering the grace you receive from God, you will also be gracious to others. Below is a prayer that can help you:

Heavenly Father, help me forgive my husband, despite his unthinking actions. Remind me of the forgiveness and love I received from You so that I can do the same for my husband. Teach me not to look at myself but to fix my eyes on You alone. Help me forgive myself for my shortcomings and mistakes. I renounce condemnation, guilt, anger, and unforgiveness in my heart, in the Name of Jesus! Amen.

Prayer against Unfaithfulness

Your husband’s unfaithfulness cannot be resolved by repeatedly arguing with him. Throwing hurtful words at each other will only deepen the anger and bitterness that has arisen. Instead of fighting physically, surrender the battle to the Lord through prayer (Exod. 14:14). If you let God fight your battles, expect supernatural things to come your way. The Lord can change your husband’s heart in ways you cannot imagine. Renounce your husband’s unfaithfulness with this prayer:

Dear Lord, I believe that You can change my husband’s heart and transform him. I renounce the unfaithfulness in his heart, in Jesus’ Name! Let his heart remain in You and our family, Father. Break the ties that are unholy in Your sight. I declare faithfulness upon him. Let Your power work upon his life, Lord. All the praises belong to You. Amen.

Prayer against Dishonesty

In Luke 6:45, Jesus said that the mouth speaks from the abundance of the heart. If your husband lies to you all the time, it is because his heart is full of lies. Arguing with your husband cannot change that. You must ask the Lord to change your husband’s heart, making it pure and true. If you don’t know how to start, here is a prayer that can help:

Almighty God, I believe that You can change my husband’s heart. Deliver him from all the lies that have enslaved him. Transform his heart, making it pure and true. I renounce the lies in his heart right now, in Jesus’ Name! I declare honesty, purity, and truth to reside in him. Help him to know You, Lord, so he can live a life founded in truth and faithfulness. Thank You, Lord. Amen.

Conclusion

One of the most painful things you can experience as a wife is being cheated on by your husband. However, instead of living in anger, unforgiveness, and bitterness, lay down your pain at the Father’s feet. He understands and cares for you. Don’t argue with your husband, but let God fight your battles instead. Ask the Lord to restore your marriage by praying to Him with all your heart.