What does the Bible say about can a pastor divorce and remarry?

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The Bible teaches that divorce is a grievous departure from God’s design for lifelong marriage, and that remarriage is permitted only where Scripture recognizes a valid biblical ground, while pastors must also meet the church’s high standards for godly, faithful leadership. Jesus permits divorce and remarriage in the case of sexual immorality (Matthew 5:32; 19:9), and Paul addresses abandonment by an unbelieving spouse (1 Corinthians 7:15). Otherwise, separated spouses should seek reconciliation or remain unmarried (1 Corinthians 7:10-11; Luke 16:18). Because an elder must be above reproach and the husband of one wife (1 Timothy 3:2; Titus 1:6), each case requires careful pastoral examination, repentance where sin occurred, and the church’s wise judgment.