Few prayers weigh more heavily on the heart than the Prayer for Unsaved Loved Ones. Watching someone you care about drift far from God can bring deep concern and sorrow. Yet even in that ache, there is hope. Scripture reminds us that God desires all to come to repentance and know His truth. When we intercede for those we love, we participate in His redeeming work, planting seeds of faith that the Holy Spirit can water in His perfect time.
Prayer becomes our most powerful act of love—standing in the gap and trusting that no heart is too hardened, no distance too far for God’s grace to reach. Through patient prayer, faith, and compassion, we invite heaven’s light to break through the darkness. Every whispered plea for salvation is heard by the God who never stops pursuing His children.
23 Prayer For Unsaved Loved Ones
1. 2 Peter 3:9 (KJV)
“The Lord is not slack concerning his promise… but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.”
This verse reminds us that God’s heart is patient and merciful. His desire is for every soul to experience His forgiveness and eternal life.
Lord, thank You for Your patience and mercy. I lift up my loved one before You and ask that Your grace draw them toward repentance. Let Your love soften their heart and lead them home to You.
2. Romans 10:13 (ESV)
“For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
Salvation is a promise available to everyone. God’s grace has no limits, and His invitation extends to every heart.
Lord, I pray that my loved one will call on Your name and be saved. Stir within them a hunger for truth and a longing for Your presence. Let them experience the joy of redemption and new life in You.
3. Ezekiel 36:26 (KJV)
“A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you.”
Only God can transform the heart. His Spirit replaces coldness with compassion and unbelief with faith.
Lord, give my loved one a new heart and a renewed spirit. Remove every barrier that keeps them from knowing You. Let Your Spirit awaken faith and peace within them.
4. John 6:44 (ESV)
“No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him.”
Salvation begins with God’s invitation. His Spirit gently draws hearts toward His Son.
Lord, I ask that You draw my loved one closer to Jesus. Surround them with Your presence in ways they cannot ignore. Let Your love lead them from doubt into belief.
5. Acts 16:31 (KJV)
“Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.”
This verse reminds us of God’s promise of household salvation. Faith can spread through families like holy fire.
Lord, I claim Your promise for my family. Let salvation visit my home and touch every heart. May my loved one come to know You as Savior and Lord.
6. 1 Timothy 2:3-4 (ESV)
“This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.”
God’s will is that all should be saved. His compassion reaches every person, no matter how far they have wandered.
Lord, Your desire is for all to know Your truth. Please open the eyes of my loved one to see Your goodness. Lead them into the freedom of Your salvation and the peace of Your truth.
7. Luke 19:10 (KJV)
“For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.”
Jesus came specifically for the lost, the broken, and the far away. His mission was and remains redemption.
Lord Jesus, You came to seek and save the lost. Please find my loved one in their wandering. Call their name and bring them safely back to You.
8. Isaiah 55:11 (ESV)
“So shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty.”
God’s Word always bears fruit. Every scripture, prayer, and act of faith sown in love will accomplish its purpose.
Lord, let every word of truth my loved one has heard take root in their heart. Let it grow into faith, conviction, and salvation. May Your promises come to life in them.
9. Romans 1:16 (KJV)
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation.”
The gospel carries transforming power. No sin, doubt, or past mistake can withstand it.
Lord, let the power of Your gospel reach my loved one. Break every stronghold that blinds them to Your truth. May Your salvation powerfully change their life.
10. Ephesians 2:8 (ESV)
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.”
Salvation is a gift, freely given and lovingly offered. It cannot be earned—only received through faith.
Lord, I pray that my loved one will receive the gift of Your grace. Help them see that they are loved, forgiven, and chosen by You. Let faith rise in their heart today.
11. Titus 2:11 (KJV)
“For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men.”
God’s grace has been revealed to the entire world. It stands as a light calling everyone to freedom and renewal.
Lord, reveal Your grace to my loved one in a way they cannot deny. Let them see the beauty of Your forgiveness and respond with an open heart. Draw them into Your light and truth.
12. Jeremiah 24:7 (ESV)
“I will give them a heart to know that I am the Lord.”
True faith begins when God gives understanding. Salvation opens eyes and hearts to the reality of His lordship.
Lord, give my loved one a heart that knows You. Help them see You not as distant but as a loving Father. Fill them with the peace that comes from knowing You personally.
13. Psalm 34:18 (KJV)
“The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart.”
God is close to the hurting and the humble. Often, brokenness becomes the doorway to redemption.
Lord, meet my loved one in their place of pain or emptiness. Turn their brokenness into openness, and let Your love fill the spaces that hurt. Draw them gently back to Your heart.
14. 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV)
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.”
Salvation transforms everything. The old life fades away as God’s Spirit brings newness and joy.
Lord, make my loved one a new creation in You. Wash away their past and clothe them with Your righteousness. Let them experience the joy of starting over with You.
15. John 3:16 (KJV)
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son.”
The cross is the clearest expression of God’s love. Salvation flows from His sacrifice for the world.
Lord, let my loved one know the depth of Your love. Open their eyes to see that Jesus died for them. Let this truth ignite faith and transformation within their heart.
16. Romans 5:8 (ESV)
“But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
God’s love pursues us even in our rebellion. He offers mercy before we ever deserve it.
Lord, show my loved one that Your love never gave up on them. Help them see that Your arms are open, ready to receive and forgive. Draw them to Your grace and peace.
17. James 5:16 (KJV)
“The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”
Prayer carries great power when offered with faith and persistence. God hears and moves in response to intercession.
Lord, I will not stop praying for my loved one. Strengthen my faith as I stand in the gap for their salvation. Move mightily and bring them into Your saving grace.
18. Philippians 1:6 (ESV)
“He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion.”
God finishes what He starts. Even when progress seems slow, His work of salvation is unfolding behind the scenes.
Lord, I trust that You are working in my loved one’s life, even when I cannot see it. Bring to completion the good work You have begun. Let Your will be fulfilled in their heart.
19. Acts 4:12 (KJV)
“Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.”
There is only one source of salvation—Jesus Christ. He alone has the power to redeem and restore.
Lord Jesus, reveal Yourself to my loved one as Savior and Lord. Let them know there is no hope apart from You. Fill their heart with conviction and the peace of knowing Your name.
20. Isaiah 59:1 (ESV)
“Behold, the Lord’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save.”
No situation is beyond God’s reach. His hand can rescue anyone, anywhere, at any time.
Lord, stretch forth Your hand of mercy toward my loved one. Break every chain of sin and unbelief. Let Your saving power reach them and restore their soul.
21. John 12:46 (KJV)
“I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness.”
Christ came to lead us from darkness into His marvelous light. Belief opens the door to eternal life.
Lord, lead my loved one out of darkness and into Your glorious light. Let Your truth illuminate their heart and chase away all confusion and fear.
22. Hebrews 7:25 (ESV)
“He is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him.”
Jesus saves completely and eternally. His mercy covers every sin and His grace redeems every soul.
Lord, save my loved one completely and eternally. Draw them close to You through the power of the cross. Let them know the security of Your unending love.
23. Psalm 80:3 (KJV)
“Turn us again, O God, and cause thy face to shine; and we shall be saved.”
Salvation begins with turning toward God. His light brings restoration and peace to repentant hearts.
Lord, turn my loved one’s heart toward You once more. Shine Your face upon them and bring salvation to their soul. Let Your grace transform their life forever.
Conclusion
Praying for unsaved loved ones is an act of faith and love that moves the heart of God. Though we may not see instant results, every prayer draws heaven closer to their hearts. God’s timing is perfect, and His mercy endures forever.
Continue to trust, believe, and intercede. The same God who saved you is reaching out to them. In His time, the light of salvation will shine upon them, and their hearts will come alive in His grace.
