My husband cheated I forgive him only to find that he cheated again (Advice please)

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ONLYGODCAN247

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hey I have been going through a lot with my husband lately , we both graduated from college not to long ago, we actually met in college ,he was perfect I never thought he could do something like this to me , we have a baby together she is a toddler, we had her actually before we got married, he asked me to marry him because he loves me and he wanted to be a real family, I wanted that as well so I was so happy and I said yes, so we ended up getting married , then he got a job offer so we moved to another state away from my family and friends, I did it because I love him and wanted to be with him, so about not even two months into the marriage when we moved out of state, I found out he was on dating apps, he was up there talking very sexual to different females , he said sorry and said he don't know why he did it and it wouldn't happened again, so I forgave him, then not too long after that I found him up there again , then he told me he just was talking nasty to these women but nothing more he was just bored , not a good excuse, so he deleted his dating app account right in front of me , so I felt he was genuine, so everything started to feel good like we were back to normal , but then I started to notice random numbers would text his phone , so I decided to investigate, so I would text the numbers and ask them did they know who he was, then I would tell them I was his wife and just wanted to know the truth, they were shocked and couldn't believe he was married with a baby they quickly apologized to me and would tell me everything, but at this time they told me they were not intimate with him physically , but he did try to see them on his lunch break at work, I always would confront my husband about the girls I found out about and he would just deny it ,he would promise me that he has changed and isn't interested in that life style no more, so I tried to work things out with him, only to find out it only got worse, so not to long ago we went to the state were we are from to visit family, while we where there I saw a text he sent to a girl from his phone , he had his phone in his hand I took it out of his hand and went outside he followed me and I called the number , a women answer the phone and I told her I was his wife she said I am so sorry I didn't know about you but I met him online and I haven't met him in person yet if that makes it any better, I didn't tell him what she said on the phone but he told me something totally different (he is a compulsive liar) This is when I felt like there is no hope my husband has a problem, on the way back to the new state that we are in we both had a really good conversation we both opened up and vented to each other about the situation he seemed so genuine that he hates putting me through this and he loves me and so much more, so I told myself maybe I could give him another chance because no one has told me he slept with them so I can kind of work with that, so hours later we pulled up to our house and he got a random text to his phone , I asked him who was of course he said he didn't know , he deleted the number out of his phone but I had already saved the number in my phone , so we called the women from his phone and he gave me the phone , I asked the lady who was she , then she said ask him who I am, and I said I am asking you because he said he doesn't know who you are, then she said well if that's what he said then ok , so after the phone call I kept thinking about that girl and I felt like I just wanted to know the truth, so the next day when my husband was at work I called the girl and apologized to her because I was a little rude because I was so frustrated she said its ok , then I said women to women I just want to know the truth no drama its not u its my husband, so she went ahead and told me that she had protected sex with him twice and she knew nothing about me or our baby, I was devastated ,hurt I felt betrayed ,I confronted him about it and he continued to deny it, we even called the girl back together and she stuck with her story, and he still would say she's lying I knew she wasn't, but I told him the only way I would stay is if he took a lie detective test and he agreed to, the next night we were outside talking and he broke down and told me that that girl was telling the truth and he told me he also slept with another girl before her, now we are newly weds to make it even worse, and we moved out of state like 2 weeks after we got married and this guy already cheated twice and he still be on dating sites, the other day another number text him I got in contact with the girl and she told me she was his girlfriend well at least he made her feel that way she said they haven't met yet but they were keeping in contact everyday during his work hours, as much as I want this marriage to work as much as I honor marriage I just am starting to lose hope I know for a fact he loves me but I don't think he's fully ready to give that temptation up, I've prayed I've waited I've tried and I just don't know what else to do , I want the best for us and our child but its just causing me to be stressed and depression
 
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BarlyGurl

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Your husband has an addiction...it is sinful and he is sick. Please try to "frame" the situation in this manner as it will be easier for you to seek the Lord and be strengthened in HIM. Your husband doesn't love you, he doesn't love himself and he has a distorted view of EVERYTHING.... BUT your marriage CAN be restored thru Christ. Your hope is in HIM.

I am going to find you some good resources and get back... in the meantime... you pm me any questions if you like.


Be strengthened in the LORD... He is your shepherd who will lead and guide you thru the valley of your circumstances ... please seek him.
 
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erikanutella

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It just sad to read your story ...
Let's Pray for that .. and much better if you seek legal advice or family counselling ..
I am not an expert to tell you what's the problem between your married but all I can say is

Put God as center in your relationship . kneel down in Prayer .. deep prayer and follow what i advise i gve u in the beginning


God Bless
 
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shotgunner

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If you were my daughter, I would tell you to drop him like the -------- that he is. That said it's your decision and God can heal the marriage if you both want God's help. Your husband has some real lust issues and needs to get saved. What you have to ask yourself is if you can ever trust him again after all this. The answer to that question will tell you what to do. You are young and you don't want to spend your life with a man you can't ever trust.
 
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BarlyGurl

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If you were my daughter, I would tell you to drop him like the -------- that he is. That said it's your decision and God can heal the marriage if you both want God's help. Your husband has some real lust issues and needs to get saved. What you have to ask yourself is if you can ever trust him again after all this. The answer to that question will tell you what to do. You are young and you don't want to spend your life with a man you can't ever trust.
I appreciate your honesty Shotgun... and your father's protective heart... I hope the OP understands that is how God feels about the issue too.
Regarding trust... the husband is not saved... once saved... in Christ he can become a trustworthy man... the kind you would be overjoyed to have married to your daughter. Please encourage hope and speak life into these tragic circumstances.
 
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ONLYGODCAN247

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thank you so much
 
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ONLYGODCAN247

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absolutely thank you
 
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ONLYGODCAN247

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yea your right we both have to be willing , and trust is a big issue right now that's Something we will have to allow god to fix only if hes willing
 

blue_ladybug

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OnlyGodCan, i could not even read your OP because it is a wall of text and it made my eyes cross.. lol.. Could you please use paragraphs next time to break up your posts? :)
 
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ONLYGODCAN247

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absolutely
 
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shotgunner

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yea your right we both have to be willing , and trust is a big issue right now that's Something we will have to allow god to fix only if hes willing
My first post was meant to drive home the severity of the problem and the magnitude of the obstacle. You are under no obligation from the Lord to stay married. The questions are do you want to stay married? Does he want to be faithful? Does he want to stay married if he has to be faithful to do it? Can you ever forgive him and continue as if this never happened? In other words will you ever trust him again?

Do you both have a pastor? This is not a situation that can be solved by internet advice.

My first post was a simple and harsh truth. There is always hope in Christ, which I think I also have said, but this is a life changing serious issue.
 
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shotgunner

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Another thing you must consider is that this isn't a man who was lead into temptation and stumbled and fell. This is a man who has pursued lust aggressively, lied repeatedly, and sought fornication whole heartedly. God can and will forgive him and change his life, but he needs Godly counseling and time in the word and time with others suffering from life controlling issues to get free from this. This is bigger than just an "I promise to never do it again honey", no matter how much he cry's and begs while doing it.
 
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ONLYGODCAN247

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I understand what your saying ,we had a pastor then we moved out of state so we have been looking for a church home , I am more pressed on trying to find a new pastor than he is, and your right I know I don't have to stay married , its not a sin to get a divorce when someone is constantly cheating, and we had talks several times where I asked him can he be honest with his self and admit that he's not willing to change and we should get a divorce but he always beg me to stay and sware that he is done with that life sometime he even cries, and as far as him wanting to be faithful that's a great question I mean he could want to but just keep being tempted or he maybe just dont care I cant really answer that but that's defiantly a question ill be asking him soon
 
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ONLYGODCAN247

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so basically what your saying is he cant change by himself, and I agree I tell him that all the time, I said you have to allow god to fight your battles, its god who helped me come to a Christian chat room verses trying to get back at him or just doing wrong because he did wrong to me but the god in me tells the devil he wont win , I know that me stepping down to his level will only make it worst I am not doing this by myself I am letting god allow me continue to respect myself and the marriage even tough we are having problems ,
 
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kaylagrl

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so basically what your saying is he cant change by himself, and I agree I tell him that all the time, I said you have to allow god to fight your battles, its god who helped me come to a Christian chat room verses trying to get back at him or just doing wrong because he did wrong to me but the god in me tells the devil he wont win , I know that me stepping down to his level will only make it worst I am not doing this by myself I am letting god allow me continue to respect myself and the marriage even tough we are having problems ,

I think you should pack your bags and go stay with family or a friend,or in a motel if need be.Your husband needs to feel the pain of his choices.I would not have relations with him,period.Even if you move to another room in your house.You need to let him know you are dead serious.Then find a christian councilor in your area asap.Tell your husband that as far as you are concerned you are separated.Tell him it he is serious he will go for help.Talk is cheap.I would not believe him saying he had protected sex,nor would I believe the number of people he has claimed to have sex with.Take care of your health,stay abstinent. Also it will let him know you are serious and you will not accept this behavior anymore.It is not fair to allow your child to stay in that environment.If you have to call your pastor from the state you were in,do so.Get as much support as you can from family and dont hide this anymore.He needs to see that you have support and options and you will no longer listen to his lies.Hope all goes well for you.
 
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shotgunner

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so basically what your saying is he cant change by himself, and I agree I tell him that all the time, I said you have to allow god to fight your battles, its god who helped me come to a Christian chat room verses trying to get back at him or just doing wrong because he did wrong to me but the god in me tells the devil he wont win , I know that me stepping down to his level will only make it worst I am not doing this by myself I am letting god allow me continue to respect myself and the marriage even tough we are having problems ,
I'm glad to hear that you have that attitude.

If there's any hope for your marriage your husband must be born again. He may have repeated some words in the past but if he shows no fruit of repentance for sins in his life, until he gets caught, then he's not saved. Born again means to surrender your desires and plans for your life and seek God's desires and plans.

Many people confuse the issue and seem to think you have to walk without sin or salvation doesn't count. That's not true at all. A Christian will sin but they certainly won't wallow in it or seek it out without the Holy Spirit bringing them under great conviction. Being Born again gives you a new heart that wants to please God, sure you will fall short all the time but you still want to please God. Acting good comes from being saved. you don't have to act good first before God will save you.

If you have any doubts about even your own salvation, Just surrender and ask Jesus to save you. It's not hard and you don't have to say any special prayer. You just have to have the desire to lay down your own desires and let Jesus change your life. He will do it and he will restore all a person is willing to have restored.

Jesus can't make your husband act right but he can empower him to, if he is willing to surrender his desires. I mean he needs to jump in whole heartedly. There's no other way. Church every time the door is open. Bible reading and prayer. Doing anything he finds the Jesus says to do. He's not earning his salvation, but true salvation will want to do all that Jesus says. That's the kind of decision salvation is. It's the kind that goes all the way, wide open without ever looking back.
 
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BarlyGurl

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I think you should pack your bags and go stay with family or a friend,or in a motel if need be.Your husband needs to feel the pain of his choices.I would not have relations with him,period.Even if you move to another room in your house.You need to let him know you are dead serious.Then find a christian councilor in your area asap.Tell your husband that as far as you are concerned you are separated.Tell him it he is serious he will go for help.Talk is cheap.I would not believe him saying he had protected sex,nor would I believe the number of people he has claimed to have sex with.Take care of your health,stay abstinent. Also it will let him know you are serious and you will not accept this behavior anymore.It is not fair to allow your child to stay in that environment.If you have to call your pastor from the state you were in,do so.Get as much support as you can from family and dont hide this anymore.He needs to see that you have support and options and you will no longer listen to his lies.Hope all goes well for you.
an add on.... there is a difference between bringing the problem out into the open (so it can be dealt with and God can heal) vs. airing all the dirty laundry (all over the place). I think the OP probably understands that distinction... but this is public forum and some one else might benefit from that lil' morsel regarding thoughtful discrimination. :)
 
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kaylagrl

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an add on.... there is a difference between bringing the problem out into the open (so it can be dealt with and God can heal) vs. airing all the dirty laundry (all over the place). I think the OP probably understands that distinction... but this is public forum and some one else might benefit from that lil' morsel regarding thoughtful discrimination. :)
Yes,I agree with that.Dont post it on Facebook but dont hide it either.
 
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VioletReigns

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I advise you to seek professional Christian counseling immediately. And if need be, get a lawyer. You may be in jeopardy of not only sexual diseases but losing your home and finances. Your husband is living recklessly without regard for you or your daughter. You need to focus on you and your baby's safety and welfare.

There is no reason for your husband to change. He's happy doing his thing and lying to you that he's real sorry. You can forgive your husband by surrendering him to God. Your husband has made the choice to live like he's not married. Let him be free to do so. You be free to follow Jesus and take care of your precious baby girl.

Father God, please help our sister and guide her to the right people who can offer her wisdom. Protect her from lies and heal her heart and give her confidence in You. I pray Lord that she not be conned by her husband any longer and has the strength to make the right choices. We give her husband to You for only You know how to change a man. I pray peace and grace over my sister in Your name, Jesus. Let her know Your perfect will in this matter by the rest You offer her. Thank You Jesus for hearing and answering her prayers.
 

BruceWayne

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Having had someone close to me behave the very same way , my suggestion would be to leave. They will likely tell you what you want to hear so you stay and give you false hope. Having said that, definitely seeking God can help fix your marriage. Just remember that it takes two though, you alone can't do it, so if he shows no commitment to making things right, sometimes its best to save yourself from more heart break in the future. I will definitely say a prayer for you and your family. God bless :)