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Ota2015

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Hello. I am new here. I needed a place to vent and I seek some Christian advice on how to deal with things. I have been married for 21years. My husband was not a Christian when we married. He accepted Christ a year or so after we married. I was saved at 6yrs old and grew up in church. Our marriage had been a struggle. I'm the past 20 years, I have dealt with his drinking, lying, selfishness, lack of interest in me,excessive spending, and most recently porn! Things are good for a while , then something else comes up. We have 2 children (girls11&7). He is not physically abusive to me or the kids but he doesn't seem to have an interest in being a family. He does his own thing...goes to work, comes home and disappears I the basement. He shows his face a little to say goodnight to the girls...But that's all. Even if he takes a day off, he will go off on his own instead of having family time. I have been hurt and disappointed so many times that it is almost easier when he is away. If we didn't have kids we probably wouldn't be married..we both agree on that. He will not go to counseling. How do I deal with this? How much loneliness can one woman take? What would you do?
 

tourist

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Sounds like the world is getting him down so after work he needs a lot of space to decompress. Tell him that you're very lonely and need to have him as your best friend. Regardless of what happens you really could use a friend to alleviate your loneliness. Hopefully, you will find support and understanding on this site. Glad to have you as a member of our family. Welcome to CC.
 

ALIICIIA

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Talk to God about it. Give Him your worries and problems and He will help you and give you wisdom about it. Only God can help you. Dont lean on people's opinions. Just spend more time with God's word and pray in tounges and you do will receive the best answer ever. Bless you!
 
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Starsdance

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Hello,sister. Have you ever watched the Christian movie, War Room? I think it's helpful for you. It also tells the marriage problems.
 

CS1

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Hello. I am new here. I needed a place to vent and I seek some Christian advice on how to deal with things. I have been married for 21years. My husband was not a Christian when we married. He accepted Christ a year or so after we married. I was saved at 6yrs old and grew up in church. Our marriage had been a struggle. I'm the past 20 years, I have dealt with his drinking, lying, selfishness, lack of interest in me,excessive spending, and most recently porn! Things are good for a while , then something else comes up. We have 2 children (girls11&7). He is not physically abusive to me or the kids but he doesn't seem to have an interest in being a family. He does his own thing...goes to work, comes home and disappears I the basement. He shows his face a little to say goodnight to the girls...But that's all. Even if he takes a day off, he will go off on his own instead of having family time. I have been hurt and disappointed so many times that it is almost easier when he is away. If we didn't have kids we probably wouldn't be married..we both agree on that. He will not go to counseling. How do I deal with this? How much loneliness can one woman take? What would you do?
I am very sorry to hear of your situation. I would ask if you both attend church regularly? and if so do you know of any men your Husband respects? and do you know that person(s) wife? sometimes men in church need to have someone to connect with other men. Pron is a addiction and needs to be dealt with you need help your pastor , and good elderly friends who can rally around you and your husband to lift you both up in prayer. Do not tell them everything pray and just say to them " Husband needs help". You need to start fighting for your marriage I know you have but don'r give up or in. The Victory is yours I too am married for coming on 25 years your story is very familiar and the answer is the same . God is for your marriage!!! The Devil is a liar ! victory is yours go get it. I will be praying for you and your family .


God Bless
 
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Hello. I am new here. I needed a place to vent and I seek some Christian advice on how to deal with things. I have been married for 21years. My husband was not a Christian when we married. He accepted Christ a year or so after we married. I was saved at 6yrs old and grew up in church. Our marriage had been a struggle. I'm the past 20 years, I have dealt with his drinking, lying, selfishness, lack of interest in me,excessive spending, and most recently porn! Things are good for a while , then something else comes up. We have 2 children (girls11&7). He is not physically abusive to me or the kids but he doesn't seem to have an interest in being a family. He does his own thing...goes to work, comes home and disappears I the basement. He shows his face a little to say goodnight to the girls...But that's all. Even if he takes a day off, he will go off on his own instead of having family time. I have been hurt and disappointed so many times that it is almost easier when he is away. If we didn't have kids we probably wouldn't be married..we both agree on that. He will not go to counseling. How do I deal with this? How much loneliness can one woman take? What would you do?
​What is downstairs that he doesn't get from you?
 

santuzza

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Even if he won't go to counseling, you should go on your own. A counselor will be able to give you fuller insight into your marriage difficulties -- much better than us who only read a paragraph on a forum.

Other than that, pray, pray, and pray.
 
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AmmaBev

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I'm sorry you have a broken marriage and are dealing with several unhealthy issues your husband has. Here is an article on porn addiction that may help: Addicted to Pornography
Since he doesn't want to go to counseling, that means he doesnt want to change. I would suggest a guided seperation as the children are exposed to an unhealthy home life. The counselors at Focus on Family may help you and can be reached at 855 382 5433. Meanwhile, I assume you have expressed your feelings and how his behavior is impacting you and the girls. I will be praying for wisdom from our God in your situation. God is a present help in time of need. Ammabev
 
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NicoleWilliams

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I am so sorry to hear about the difficulties in yourmarriage, sister. I know you must be hurting right now. The best thing I can dofor you is to pray for you, asking the Lord to asking our Heavenly Father tocomfort you daily with evidences of His great love and compassion (Lamentations3:22-23). Also, I encourage you to read the book, Love and Respect: The LoveShe Most Desires, the Respect He Desperately Needs by Emerson Eggerichs. Ireally hope you will find a solution to your situation soon. Hugs!
 

Dino246

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... Also, I encourage you to read the book, Love and Respect: The Love She Most Desires, the Respect He Desperately Needs by Emerson Eggerichs.
I second that book recommendation. :)