Psalm 147:3 The Bible says the Lord is close to the brokenhearted and heals the brokenhearted. So, not only will God provide comfort as you move on from a past relationship, but He'll actually help you do it.
If the relationship has become a catalyst for constant stress in your life, God is telling you to end the relationship. It is impossible for two people to be in a healthy happy relationship if there is consistent disagreement between them.
If your boyfriend crosses your boundaries every time and it makes you feel uncomfortable, then that is how you know when God is telling you to let go of someone. A relationship in which you repeatedly feel disrespected, bad about yourself, or can't be authentic is not a healthy relationship.
Family ties and friendships are important. but, above all relationships, our commitment to Jesus must come first. When it does, we have the courage to walk away from any toxic relationship, no matter how close we are to the person. Jesus was clear that sometimes faith and family will conflict.
In fact, the Scriptures are full of teachings instructing us to leave relationships with wicked or evil people, to be separate from them, to shun, outcast, and purge them from our midst. (1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 13:20, Psalm 1:1, Proverbs 6:27, 1 Corinthians 5:11, 1 Corinthians 10:13 – these are just a few).
Jesus Christ is the great physician who not only heals souls — he heals relationships, too. His saving work on the cross repaired the relationship between God and people, allowing for communion and intimacy once more.
But there is no better time to draw close to God than when you need to heal from something as traumatic as a breakup. Psalm 34:18 tells us that God is close to those who are brokenhearted and crushed in spirit. This is a promise from God because he doesn't want you to feel alone in your suffering.
The LORD watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Whether to fight for a relationship or walk away is a personal choice. Consider factors such as communication, trust, compatibility, and overall happiness. Reflect on your needs and values, seek necessary advice, and trust your intuition to make your best decision.
It's a time for reflection
Another reason why walking away is powerful is because it gives you the opportunity for self-reflection. As the saying goes, “it takes two to tango,” and getting out of a messy relationship gives you the chance to meditate on how you may have been at fault.
Go to God in prayer and seek His guidance and help. Admit to Him that you are struggling to let go of someone you love. Ask Him to strengthen you to release them into His hands. Ask Him for courage to trust in His plan for your life.
"Let My People Go" is a phrase that originates in the Book of Exodus 5:1: And afterward Moses and Aaron went in, and told Pharaoh, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Let my people go, that they may hold a feast unto me in the wilderness.
Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
In an unhealthy relationship, you might feel like you always have to walk on eggshells around the other person. Or you might feel like you always have to hide what you really think or feel. You might even feel like you have to give up the things that you really want in order to keep the other person happy.
So yes, God can restore relationships, and restoration is part of His plan. But we need to remember this. There are 3 parts to God's restoration. God desires to restore relationships through His way, in His timing, and for His purposes.
Biblical restorative separation is a process of removing oneself from sin and dysfunction (James 1:27, Matthew 5:13-16) and choosing not to participate or enable this sin and dysfunction for a period of time with the goal of restoring the marriage to God's intent in marriage.
If a temporary separation is done in the right way and for the right reasons, and there are clear agreements, it can help couples gain perspective on their relationship and actually strengthen it.
Absolutely! Reconciliation after separation is possible. Many married couples have managed to get back together and strengthen their bonds. Many couples have successfully reunited and rebuilt their relationships stronger than ever before.
God has never stopped loving you, and He has never stopped hoping that you will turn back to Him. The Bible says, "But in your great mercy you did not put an end to them or abandon them, for you are a gracious and merciful God" (Nehemiah 9:31).
No matter how bad the situation that caused our broken heart, we can honestly take it to God knowing He can handle it with love, grace and gentleness. The second way God heals a broken heart is with forgiveness. God grants us the power to forgive those who caused our brokenness.