In today's lesson, I read a story about a woman who found out that her husband was involved in viewing pornography, She was devestated and deeply hurt. She felt as though she was inadequate as a lover and felt betrayed by the man who was suppose to love only her.
I have a friend who dealt with this same type of issue. She found out that her boyfriend was looking at pornography. She felt betrayed. He said he was okay with not having sex until marriage, but when she found the pornography, it screamed "liar" to her. She felt as though she was not good enough fo him and it damaged their relationship. They broke up soon after.
What woulIif do if I found my husband was looking at pornography? What would I do if I found out my husband was cheating on me? I know I would be extremely angry, hurt and ashamed. I believe I would internalize the betrayal as my fault. I wasn't good enough. I would also be angry that he broke his vow to me.
In the story that I read, the young woman turned to God for comfort and direction. She praised God for His unconditional love and that He promises to deliver us from trouble. Even though she was hurt, she was able to see that "man" (humans) will always disappoint us,but God will ALWAYS be there, always love, and always protect.
I believe this woman also grasped the truth that she is beautifully and wonderfully made by God and that her husband's sin was not because of her, but because of his sinful nature. She chose to rely on the power of God to find love for her husband, despite his sin.
Praise the Lord for this woman and her faithfulness! Praising God during the hard times is so very difficult, and He rewards us for our faith. I'm sure there's not a woman out there that hasn't thought it was possible that her husband was having an affair and played the scenario in her mind of what she would do. I know I have and it scares me to death. I don't believe that I'm strong enough to deal with such struggles. I thank God that so far, I haven't been tested to that capacity. Losing my husband or child is my number one fear. What would I do? Would I turn to God or would I lash out in anger towards God?
From past experiences of great trials (not as great as the loss of a child or adultery) I have been able to turn to the Lord for comfort and direction. Once in awhile I have a pity party and complain to God for the losses in my life. However, even in the miscarriages, infertility issues and the loss of my job, I can see the blessings God has bestowed upon me and my family. When I get down and "gripe" to God, I'm always reminded of the blessings. God has His timing and I need to trust in Him that He has my best interest at heart and He will use everything for His glory!
Dear Lord,
Thank you for being my comfort in times of sorrow and trouble. Thank you for your unconditional love and that I'm perfectly made in Your eyes. Help me to remember this when I become bitter over the past and help me to give this up to you. My hope is in you Lord, not in this world. The world is just like me, full of sinners and we are selfish by nature. That selfishness harms relationships and can destroy families. But with your grace and mercy I can over times of trials! My hope is in your Lord. Thank Praise God!
I have a friend who dealt with this same type of issue. She found out that her boyfriend was looking at pornography. She felt betrayed. He said he was okay with not having sex until marriage, but when she found the pornography, it screamed "liar" to her. She felt as though she was not good enough fo him and it damaged their relationship. They broke up soon after.
What woulIif do if I found my husband was looking at pornography? What would I do if I found out my husband was cheating on me? I know I would be extremely angry, hurt and ashamed. I believe I would internalize the betrayal as my fault. I wasn't good enough. I would also be angry that he broke his vow to me.
In the story that I read, the young woman turned to God for comfort and direction. She praised God for His unconditional love and that He promises to deliver us from trouble. Even though she was hurt, she was able to see that "man" (humans) will always disappoint us,but God will ALWAYS be there, always love, and always protect.
I believe this woman also grasped the truth that she is beautifully and wonderfully made by God and that her husband's sin was not because of her, but because of his sinful nature. She chose to rely on the power of God to find love for her husband, despite his sin.
Praise the Lord for this woman and her faithfulness! Praising God during the hard times is so very difficult, and He rewards us for our faith. I'm sure there's not a woman out there that hasn't thought it was possible that her husband was having an affair and played the scenario in her mind of what she would do. I know I have and it scares me to death. I don't believe that I'm strong enough to deal with such struggles. I thank God that so far, I haven't been tested to that capacity. Losing my husband or child is my number one fear. What would I do? Would I turn to God or would I lash out in anger towards God?
From past experiences of great trials (not as great as the loss of a child or adultery) I have been able to turn to the Lord for comfort and direction. Once in awhile I have a pity party and complain to God for the losses in my life. However, even in the miscarriages, infertility issues and the loss of my job, I can see the blessings God has bestowed upon me and my family. When I get down and "gripe" to God, I'm always reminded of the blessings. God has His timing and I need to trust in Him that He has my best interest at heart and He will use everything for His glory!
Dear Lord,
Thank you for being my comfort in times of sorrow and trouble. Thank you for your unconditional love and that I'm perfectly made in Your eyes. Help me to remember this when I become bitter over the past and help me to give this up to you. My hope is in you Lord, not in this world. The world is just like me, full of sinners and we are selfish by nature. That selfishness harms relationships and can destroy families. But with your grace and mercy I can over times of trials! My hope is in your Lord. Thank Praise God!
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