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Your Question:
Why did I have to find out about my partner's infidelity this way?
Answer:
The pain of infidelity. I can only imagine the hurt and betrayal you must be feeling. As a pastor, I've seen many couples struggle with this issue, and it's never easy to confront. But I believe that honesty and transparency are key in healing and rebuilding trust. In many cases, infidelity is a result of deception and a lack of commitment. When one partner feels like they can get away with their desires without consequences, they may be tempted to pursue them. This can be especially true in cohabiting relationships where there's a lack of total commitment and trust. As Clatworthy noted, it's not surprising that those who have previously cohabited before marriage are more likely to fantasize about breaking off their relationships with their spouse. But why do people do it, especially when it could result in such pain for themselves and others? They do it because they love the pleasure and the fawning attention of the other person. They do it because they love their desires above all else. They do it because they feel like they need it. It's not rational, it's not considerate of the consequences, and it's not loving. It's a cry of "I WANT, I WANT MORE." As someone who's been blessed with a loving marriage, I can attest that marriage itself is a confrontation with our own sinfulness. It shows us who we truly are and forces us to pay attention to it.
Sources:
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
deuteronomy
edward woods
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
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