Wife's been having an affair.

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lovingJesus

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I've finally come to terms with the fact of who my wife has been for years. She's been having an affair
with both men and women for many years. Not only that but it turns out she's caught up in making porn now and I think has been on and off for the last four years. None of these things have I accused her of or has she even confessed. When she become so filled with hate and so out of control for so long I had to dig a bit to find the answers why and so now here I am.
The last few months she's been telling me how much she hates me and how she wants a separation and then she changes her mind. Two weeks ago when she said it I said fine, As we progress with this just don't make it about me because you know how hard I've been trying and how much I love you and she said ok. The next day she told me she made a counseling appointment. So we both went together once and we both went separate once. This week where supposed to both go together again. I feel done.

I've tried showing her the love of Jesus my whole marriage and she has never really known how to receive it or give love in return. She even reads her bible a couple times a week. My gosh, she is such a mess and is thoroughly confused. She doesn't know if she should cling to her lesbian principles' or to try Jesus.

It's really strange how God gives you the ability to love someone very unlovable and abusive for such a long time.
I'm not really seeing much hope anymore. God does give me glimmers of how she's going to experience rebirth and how where going to help God reach the LGBT community with the love of Jesus together. I know God will take all sinful circumstances and use it to bring Him glory but I think that one is a ways off and I'm so filled with pain and am exhausted.

Ever since I became a follower of Jesus my heart has been in such a good place and I don't want it to harden from this anymore than it already has. The last few days I feel I've lost my strength from the Lord. I know I haven't but really it's been really tuff lately. I've just got to find more community I can lean on. People who actually love to love.

We have three children together who are still in elementary school. I'm worried about what my kids will go through if I'm not with them all the time. I'm worried about finances and don't know what I'm going to do. I'm so war torn out.
 
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cmarieh

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First off I am so sorry that you are going through this. I am not married or have children so I can't give you advice on this matter, but what I can do is pray for you and your family that God will you peace on this.
 

roxxyroller

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I also just recently asked Christ into my heart and begged Him for forgiveness about 2 weeks ago. I wrote about it in another thread. I too had an affair that lasted 4 years that my husband caught me in 2 yrs ago. He was crushed and I felt really bad, yet I went right back to the guy I was having the affair with until it just ended 2 weeks ago. Hubby does not know that I have since went back either. I was not ever into the lesbien or gay lifestyle .. and I was with the same guy for 4 years. I also told my husband many times that I hated him and didn't want to be married anymore yet he would always talk me into staying. I carried a ton of guilt these last 4 years, and the lies that I told to both guys were absolutely unreal. Right sickning now that I think about it. Very shameful would be the correct words. At this point in time, I am struggling as to whether I really love my husband, or am I just comfortable here. I asked hubby a few times to just let me go and for him to go find a woman who would love and respect him the way he should be; but he said he doesn't want anyone else. My advice to you is to really ask yourself if you love her or not, and ask yourself if u can ever get over the fact that she indeed cheated on you. I will pray, but I know that I'm currently in a huge mess and know that God will work on your life in due time. Whatever is meant to be will be. I too have a tough road ahead of me. God will help me and let me know what to do as well. God Bless You!
 
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roxxyroller

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PS: I repented of my sins and have been forgiven by God and it makes me so ecstatic to know that I've been forgiven! I go to see my new Pastor at my new church tomorrow and I cannot wait for him to pray with me. Something enlightening this week should help me. Also going to attend service on Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Praise God!!
 

SoulWeaver

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Praying that God will shine clarity on everything and help you in tough decisions at this moment. He is above this problem. Our problems are huge to us but to Him like a drop in the sea of problems He sees. God please refresh and lift up his spirit and restore him to be able to continue on with his journey. Lead him in the way. amen
 

jogoldie

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I've typed this three times finding the right words to say......this pain you are experiencing is so real...
it consumes your every breath.......I remember.......the words that keeps coming to mind is......we must be careful of anything that gets in our way to God......and this does.........you can't think straight....
you must find peace.....before you do anything else.....when we are at peace.......we make wiser
decisions....I always hear God clearly when I'm at peace......now the most important thing is your children.....they need one parent who is stable and calm........so the first thing I would do is claim my home.........spiritually......out loud you must claim that in this house..... only God is in control....we will live the living Word of the Lord ............give this to God.....do you trust that God will protect your children.......do you have faith ......that nothing is impossible with God.......if you do........let go.....
take care of your walk......take care of your children.......and let God fix this.......you can't make people
change......you have to let them make there choices and pay the cost......you must hold your head up knowing God will protect you and your children.......believing in His promises to you......this is the perfect opportunity for you to prove to God you trust Him......you will build faith and show your children the wonders of the Almighty Lord we serve......I will pray for you .....peace....jo
 

MarcR

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I've finally come to terms with the fact of who my wife has been for years. She's been having an affair
with both men and women for many years. Not only that but it turns out she's caught up in making porn now and I think has been on and off for the last four years. None of these things have I accused her of or has she even confessed. When she become so filled with hate and so out of control for so long I had to dig a bit to find the answers why and so now here I am.
The last few months she's been telling me how much she hates me and how she wants a separation and then she changes her mind. Two weeks ago when she said it I said fine, As we progress with this just don't make it about me because you know how hard I've been trying and how much I love you and she said ok. The next day she told me she made a counseling appointment. So we both went together once and we both went separate once. This week where supposed to both go together again. I feel done.

I've tried showing her the love of Jesus my whole marriage and she has never really known how to receive it or give love in return. She even reads her bible a couple times a week. My gosh, she is such a mess and is thoroughly confused. She doesn't know if she should cling to her lesbian principles' or to try Jesus.

It's really strange how God gives you the ability to love someone very unlovable and abusive for such a long time.
I'm not really seeing much hope anymore. God does give me glimmers of how she's going to experience rebirth and how where going to help God reach the LGBT community with the love of Jesus together. I know God will take all sinful circumstances and use it to bring Him glory but I think that one is a ways off and I'm so filled with pain and am exhausted.

Ever since I became a follower of Jesus my heart has been in such a good place and I don't want it to harden from this anymore than it already has. The last few days I feel I've lost my strength from the Lord. I know I haven't but really it's been really tuff lately. I've just got to find more community I can lean on. People who actually love to love.

We have three children together who are still in elementary school. I'm worried about what my kids will go through if I'm not with them all the time. I'm worried about finances and don't know what I'm going to do. I'm so war torn out.
If you can document the fact that she is having multiple affairs and is involved in porn; you should not have much trouble getting full custody. You and the kids are far better off without her.
 
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AgeofKnowledge

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lovingJesus, you need to get to a good codependency recovery group pronto. I've rarely seen anyone as codependent as you if what you are describing is accurate. See if Celebrate Recovery has one in your area. If not, get to a secular one. Get to one. Get to one. Get to one.
 
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VioletReigns

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My biggest concern would be the children. If your wife is having multiple affairs and is making porn movies, I'd be afraid of diseases and criminal activity around my kids. PLEASE make a safe place for your kids. They need you to protect them.
 

Dan58

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Imo, counseling is over-rated in situations like this. You don't have a loyal wife, she has forsaken you and her children to indulge in perverted sex. Her own gratification is obviously more important than her family and that's a sad scenario. I think you know what you need to do, for your kids sake and your own health. Let her get counseling if she wants, but love is a two-way street and your traveling that street alone.. Just my opinion
 
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dabodab

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lovingJesus, if you truly love your wife and want your marriage to be healed, it is imperative that you get help for your own personal issues. While this may sound contradictory to your dilemma, ie., your wife appears to be the one who needs help, your allowing her to carry on this lifestyle while living in your home with three young children is not normal. Do you get that? Some action has to be taken. Your tone suggests that since you love her and have remained faithful to her, she should return the gestures. Life isn't that simple. She will respect you more when you begin to put your foot down and take action by properly taking care of yourself. You must become the leader of your house. Joi gave good counsel, claim God as head of your household then pray for him to guide you. I will pray for you, my brother.
 
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lovingJesus

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Dabodab, what specificly do you suggest I do
 
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lovingJesus

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I dont know what to do! She's started telling our kids to lie to me.
 
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lovingJesus

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Dabodab, what specificly do you suggest I do
 
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lovingJesus

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Oh I left out the fact I think it's pretty evident she's been part of an escort service in the worst way. Gosh....outside of physical abuse which theres not, I cant imagine it being much worse.
 
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lovingJesus

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Once you've been betrayed so badly, nothing seems to be a suprise.
Gosh....outside of physical abuse which theres not, I cant imagine it being much worse.
Praying for strength, redemtion and justice. I believe heavily in the power of Jesus! Had to leave on a possitive!
 
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lovingJesus

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I'm so glad you have repented. That is so awesome! Praying you experience great healing!
 
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VioletReigns

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I'm pretty sure the laws are the same all over and that what your wife is involved in is illegal. I would imagine if she was arrested, your home would be investigated. There's the possibility your children would be taken away and placed in foster care. PLEASE DON'T LET THAT HAPPEN! For the sake of your dear children, your wife needs to make a choice (which it seems you're saying she already has decided to continue in criminal behavior). Your wife needs help and she needs to get it NOW! And you need to seek your pastor's counsel and confidential professional counseling ASAP and get guidance in reclaiming your home and making it a safe place for your children.

I pray in Jesus' name that you be a protective father and shelter your children from this horrid situation.
 
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seekingg

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[FONT=Helvetica Neue, Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]read the book of Hosea. Although you have the right to divorce, that don't mean that god wants you to divorce her. I read Hosea over and over and finally realize that i was a Gomer not my wife. I was also forgiven as we should forgive our wives. [/FONT]

[FONT=Helvetica Neue, Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]For me and my wifex, i could not save the marriage. Some people can not be helped. I often wonder if i could have changed her by whipping her butt. Dont do that...

peace



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soccermom19

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LovingJesus,

Pack her bags, set them outside, change the locks, arrange for the kids to stay with someone overnight, and kick her out of your home! She is harming your children! Do you want to teach them that what she is doing is okay? That's what they will think if you allow it to continue. She needs tough love. It is up to you to give it to her.
I know it is hard! Asking my hubby to leave was one of the hardest things I have ever done. But, I had to do it. And so, my friend, do you. Be strong! Pray to God for strength and he will answer! Seek some Christian counsel.
God Bless you.