Posted by Doug Showalter on August 11, 1998 at 23:46:17:
In Reply to: The pain of Adultry again posted by Robin on August 04, 1998 at 23:39:08:
Dear Robin,
From what you write, it appears that you are in a terribly abusive relationship which is unhealthy for you and for your children.
I urge you to get help from a professional counselor, who can help you sort through your feelings and your options.
You mention that you tried to get your husand to repent. The fact is, no one is really able to control another person. I would encourage you now to focus not on him, but on the safety and well-being of yourself and your children. For one thing, as you describe it, you are in the midst of violence and the potential for violence which could spiral out of control--tragically.
Please get help. Don't try to deal with this situation by yourself alone. Reach out to others in your community who are qualified to help you. I fully believe that God often helps us through other people. But very often, we need to reach out to them and be willing to receive their help.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Doug Showalter