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Permalink Reply by Carla on
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Carissa,
This is such a heartbreaking place to be in. I was there several years ago, and God did restore my marriage. My husband had one foot out the door for several years.
Has he actually left, or is he just talking about it a lot?
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Permalink Reply by Carissa on
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He has already left, he's been gone for almost 2 months. He is acting and telling women he is "not with me anymore". I know I'm suppose to pray, but I also don't feel I should have to suffer while he is acting single.
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He knows God, but doesn't completely have a relationship with him like I do.
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1 Corinthians chapter 7 instructs us in marriage.
I suggest you read and pray through this entire chapter.
However, for now I'll highlight verse 15 for you:
15 Yet if the unbelieving one leaves, let him leave; the brother or the sister is not under bondage in such cases, but God has called [i]us [j]to peace.
Be at peace. Blessings, Carla
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Thanku. I will read through. So if he files for divorce, let him? Even though I cant?
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well.. You can't force him to stay if he wants to leave. Continue to pray through it all.
This article may help you also:
Question: "What are biblical grounds for divorce?"
Answer: When discussing what the Bible says about divorce, it is important to keep in mind the words of Malachi 2:16, “I hate divorce, says the Lord God.” Whatever grounds the Bible possibly gives for divorce, that does not mean God desires a divorce to occur in those instances. Rather than asking “is ______ a grounds for divorce,” often the question should be “is _______ grounds for forgiveness, restoration, and/or counseling?”
The Bible gives two clear grounds for divorce: (1) sexual immorality (Matthew 5:32; 19:9) and (2) abandonment by an unbeliever (1 Corinthians 7:15). Even in these two instances, though, divorce is not required or even encouraged. The most that can be said is that sexual immorality and abandonment are grounds (an allowance) for divorce. Confession, forgiveness, reconciliation, and restoration are always the first steps. Divorce should only be viewed as a last resort.
Are there any grounds for divorce beyond what the Bible explicitly says? Perhaps, but we do not presume upon the Word of God. It is very dangerous to go beyond what the Bible says (1 Corinthians 4:6). The most frequent additional grounds for divorce that people inquire about are spousal abuse (emotional or physical), child abuse (emotional, physical, or sexual), addiction to pornography, drug / alcohol use, crime / imprisonment, and mismanagement of finances (such as through a gambling addiction). None of these can be claimed to be explicit biblical grounds for a divorce.
That does not necessarily mean, though, that none of them are grounds for divorce which God would approve of. For example, we cannot imagine that it would be God’s desire for a wife to remain with a husband who physically abuses her and/or their children. In such an instance, the wife should definitely separate herself and the children from the abusive husband. However, even in such a situation, a time of separation with the goal of repentance and restoration should be the ideal, not necessarily immediately beginning divorce proceedings. Please understand, by saying that the above are not biblical grounds for divorce, we are definitely not saying that a man/woman whose spouse is engaging in such activities should remain in the situation. If there is any risk to self or children, separation is a good and appropriate step.
Another way to look at this issue is to differentiate between biblical grounds for divorce and biblical grounds for divorce and remarriage. Some interpret the two biblical grounds for divorce mentioned above as the only grounds for remarriage after a divorce, but allow for divorce with no remarriage in other instances. While this is a plausible interpretation, it seems to come too close to presuming upon the Word of God. For more information, please read the following two articles:
http://www.gotquestions.org/divorce-remarriage.html
http://www.gotquestions.org/divorced-remarry.html
In summary, what are the biblical grounds for divorce? The answer is sexual immorality and abandonment. Are there additional grounds for divorce beyond these two? Possibly. Is divorce ever to be treated lightly or employed as the first recourse? Absolutely not. God is capable of changing and reforming any person. God is capable of healing and renewing any marriage. Divorce should only occur in instances of repeated and unrepentant heinous sin.
Recommended Resources: Divorce and Remarriage: 4 Views edited By H. Wayne House and Logos Bible Software.
Read more: http://www.gotquestions.org/grounds-for-divorce.html#ixzz2lE0hOZ2C
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That's real good. Thanku! I will read again later and pray through. Much appreciated.
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You're welcome. I'm here to talk anytime you want as are many others. You're not alone, and you're not rejected... You must be heartbroken. Please know that we are here for you.
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