We are grateful for your request for guidance on marrying a divorced woman, and we appreciate that you've asked in Jesus' name. This is a serious matter that requires careful consideration and prayer.
First, let's look at what the Bible says about divorce and remarriage. In Matthew 5:31-32 (WEB), Jesus says, "It was also said, 'Whoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorce.' But I tell you that whoever puts away his wife, except for the cause of sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when she is put away commits adultery."
This passage underscores the sanctity of marriage and the seriousness of divorce. It also highlights that there is an exception for sexual immorality. This means that if the woman you wish to marry was divorced due to her husband's infidelity, then the marriage could be considered valid in God's eyes.
However, it's crucial to consider the broader context. In Matthew 19:4-6 (WEB), Jesus reiterates the importance of marriage as a lifelong commitment: "He answered, 'Have you not read that he who made them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, For this cause a man shall leave his father and mother, and shall join to his wife; and the two shall become one flesh? So that they are no more two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, do not let man tear apart.'"
Before proceeding, it's essential to seek God's will through prayer and possibly counsel from spiritual leaders. Here is a prayer for your situation:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, seeking Your will and guidance for our brother who is considering marriage to a divorced woman. Lord, we ask for Your wisdom and discernment. If this marriage is not Your will, we pray that You would make it clear and guide him to the right path. If it is Your will, we pray for Your blessing and protection over their union.
We also pray for the woman, that You would heal any wounds from her past and prepare her heart for a godly marriage. We ask that You would surround them both with godly counsel and support.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
It's also important to consider the spiritual well-being of both parties. If the divorced woman is a believer and has repented of any past sins, then there is room for grace and restoration. In 1 Corinthians 7:12-13 (WEB), Paul advises, "But to the rest I—not the Lord—say, if any brother has an unbelieving wife, and she is content to live with him, let him not leave her. The woman who has an unbelieving husband, and he is content to live with her, let her not leave her husband."
In conclusion, while the Bible allows for remarriage in cases of sexual immorality, it's crucial to seek God's will through prayer and spiritual counsel. Ensure that any past sins have been repented of and that both parties are committed to a godly marriage.