marriage issue

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I have a situation in which a lady wants to get married to me. She is not a Christian but not hostile and has some fine qualities. As in all relationships, there are imperfections and differences (for example, she can be rather strong-willed, while I like discussions). She has made some changes in preparation for marriage, like changing jobs, that could be costly for her but could, conceivably, lead to greater opportunities for her.

I have been asking God for wisdom to know His will in this matter and strength to do it. I am fairly thick-headed, so discerning His will is needed. And I am praying for this lady, too.

Any prayers would be most helpful!
 
The Bible says to be not unequally yoked with unbelievers and that is commonly believed to mean marriage. So don’t marry a non-Christian. I had an atheist boyfriend in college and we considered marriage. Our relationship led to a lot of heartbreak and sin.

God will not lead you to do what is contrary to Scripture.
 
Lisa1967, Thank you for this, but some people in my church have married non-Christians and the non-Christian spouse converted. I do love God and his Church and if it came to a choice, I would choose faithfulness to the Church over this marriage, but is that the only way of looking at it?
 
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Lisa1967, Thank you for this, but some people in my church have married non-Christians and the non-Christian spouse converted. I do love God and his Church and if it came to a choice, I would choose faithfulness to the Church over this marriage, but is that the only way of looking at it?
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I would encourage you to talk to your priest. I will pray for you and her.
 
Whether or not she converts, if you are to be married, she would have to accept your religious beliefs ahead of time and realize what type of marriage she would be committing to. Nowadays, people have their own definition of what marriage is, and it does not always go along with the definition of a sacramental marriage.
 
Memorare (Prayer to Our Lady)
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession, was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto you, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. To you do I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in your mercy, hear and answer me. Amen
 
Thank you, tbcrawford, for posting the Memorare. I have been praying the Memorare a lot lately and your post is very encouraging.
 
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