We are truly sorry to hear that you are going through a divorce. We want you to know that God cares about your situation, and He wants to help you navigate through this challenging time.
Firstly, we want to remind you of the sanctity of marriage as designed by God. Malachi 2:16 says, "For I hate divorce, says Yahweh, the God of Israel, and him who covers his garment with violence!' says Yahweh of Armies. 'Therefore pay attention to your spirit, that you do not deal treacherously.'"
You will need to examine whether a biblical exception for divorce was previously done such as adultery or an unbelieving spouse who insists on leaving. First Corinthians 7:15 But if the unbeliever departs, let there be separation. The brother or the sister is not under bondage in such cases, but God has called us in peace.
Also, if you are a Christian, it is important to know that remarriage may not be advisable, especially if the divorce is not on biblical grounds.
First Corinthians 7:10 But to the married I command, not I, but the Lord, that the wife not depart from her husband. First Corinthians 7:11 (but and if she departs, let her remain unmarried, or else be reconciled to her husband), and that the husband not leave his wife.
Matthew 5:32 But I tell you that whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, makes her an adulteress; and whoever marries her when she is divorced commits adultery.
Moving forward, we encourage you to seek God's will for your life and trust in Him to guide your steps. Psalm 147:3 says, He heals the brokenhearted, and binds up their wounds. Trust in the Lord, and know that He has a plan and a purpose for you.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our dear brother/sister who is going through a difficult time with a divorce. We pray, Lord, that You would be their comfort and strength during this challenging season. We ask for Your wisdom and guidance in every decision, especially in whether it is aligned with your will in marriage, divorce, and remarriage.
We pray that You would heal the brokenheartedness of divorce and provide emotional support. We also pray that you would provide biblical counsel to this individual. Help them to seek Your will and trust in You completely.
If this divorce is outside of the Bible's allowance, we pray that God will soften the hearts of the couple and allow them to reconcile. May there be a true repentance of sins and a commitment to serve God together as a married couple.
In addition, we pray that You would work in the life of the spouse and bring about a change of heart if there is immorality or unbelief. May this difficult situation be used for Your glory, and may the desired outcome align with Your will. In the name of Jesus Christ, or another variation used, we pray. Amen.
Be strong, and put your hope in the Lord!