Previously, I wrote under 'in the grip of the evil one.' I felt I needed not to give 'him'anymore publicity. I vowed to become more positive. God's word is true and does 'not return void.'<P>I feel there may be some progress, although my H and I are meeting with a mutual friend, an atty, in two weeks to discuss divorce.<BR>I am doing this only to show my willingness to let H be the leader in family. He is well aware of my hatred of the whole thing. <P>A brief capsule--H left 10 weeks ago to his own apt. "fell in love' with another of my choir members. Although devasted, the past few years flashed by, and I realized that I had not really been nurturing our marriage. He wasn't either, but I cannot totally blame him. Hoping to salvage some friendship, and try to abide by Ephesions 6, I told him I would sign as he insists.<P>However, via channels, it seems OW is not hot to get married, and is even pursuing her 'ex.' <P>I am praying the prayer that 'Aloholic's Wife' responded to my other topic with.<BR>Also, praying, and reading Bible; keeping journal, etc.<P>We musn't give up. That is what the 'other one would have us do.<P>Committed

Commmitted, you and your husband have been in my prayers. May the Lord bring You peace, and fill your heart with His joy. <P>Dear Lord, You are merciful and we thank You for the grace and mercy You bestow upon us. Lord, I pray that You will guide Committed, molding and shaping her into the Christian wife You want her to be. Let her husband see her in a new light, through Your eyes. I pray the Holy Spirit is with him today and every day, reminding him that You see all, and have seen his way, but will heal him. Our most gracious Lord, I pray for Committed, that You will fill her total being with Your joy. Let her be a beacon of Your light, Your love shining through her eyes. I pray that there will be no divorce Father, and stand on Your word in Malachi which tells us you hate divorce. Block all attempts by her husband to obtain a divorce Lord. Turn his heart towards his wife. Bring him home Lord, according to Your will. I pray also that the OW in this situation is reconciled to her rightful husband. Let their marriage be restored. Thank You Lord, we praise You in the highest. IJN AMEN

Alcoholic's Wife,<P>What precious prayers you have to share. I'm sure you are struggling also, and I do pray for you, and all on the board. <P>Today I am really having a hard time, so I was so glad to read your prayer and response. OW had told her 'friend/former companion' that she will not marry again. She also has said she really misses him. Today her 'friend' told me my husband has some of her things in his apt. (She told 'friend' when he asked where some items she had recently purchased had gone.) I am really disappointed that H did not get to see show today. It was probably his last chance, I know OW has kept H quite busy. All of this has really upsent me emotionally. I know I'll get better-it's my human side kicking in. I am struggling at this point with giving up. <P>My two children, grown and in 20's, are not getting along either, and I guess I feel alone. One is here, and one out of state. <P> I know I'm not, and have some very good friends here. However, they do not share my belief that our marriage should be restored. <P>I am fully aware that this continues to be a spiritual battle. Some people at church asked about H today. I simply told them that he was attending elsewhere for the time being. I am trying very hard to follow the suggestions in Erin Thiele's book. <P>Thank you again for your wonderful prayers. Isn't it marvelous that we have such an omniscient God and Father!<P>God bless you,<BR>Prayers,<BR>Committed<BR>

Praise the Lord!! Last post was Sunday eve. <BR>After I was in bed, H called and just wanted to 'chat'. Remarked that he would try to go to show next Sunday, but couldn't promise. I thanked him for remembering and told him I was sure he would enjoy it. We talked about his show and I wished him well. We also talked about work. Nothing was mentioned about D. I shared with him that people at church are still asking about him and I simply answered he was attending somewhere else for now.<P>Then we said good-night. He stated that we hadn't talked for a few days, so he decided to call. I hope that means he misses me. I am really spending a lot of time in prayer. I know the devil does not even want H back with me and serving the Lord. All of H's weak points are presently being attacked. I am really working on myself and how I handle things in the home. I also let him know that I was trying hard to build up my business so that I would be able to find another church. I simply am uncomfortable now that the general assembly has voted to recognize 'holy union' between same sexes. H had wanted to leave last year, and I held out for the reason I thought we needed the money.<P>I am praying that all marriages will be restored and that God's name will be glorified over and over again.<P>Thanks for sharing my small bit of good news.<BR>Committed

Hello! I am pretty new to this site--my husband actually pointed it out to me. It is amazing when I read everyones stories. At first the stories are sad and have no hope but then you see the people begin to pray and things seem to get better and better everyday. I have been separated for 5 months now and I have been through all the emotions and the battle in my heart between God and Satan. I am glad to say God has won. He is also beginning to work on my husbands heart. Just reading what you have written reminds me alot of myself. Committed is what we ahve to be. We have to stand up agaanst Satan and not let him win by destroying our marraiges. Everyday though is a new day and Satan tries everyday with my husband and I. We have to always pray and look to God and it really helps to know others understand and will pray for you also. I is so encouraging. I want you to know you really are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your husband.<BR>

Praying Wife,<P>Thank you for your reply. It is really encouraging to know someone out there is praying with us. Rest assured you and your husband are in my prayers as well.<P>Today, my H called the house. He left no message. I called him back later, and he was asking about my son's army plans. My son's <BR>fear' of life was a real problem, since he is 22, and not working at this time or for the last eight months. My H was quite pleased that things are moving along, and even made some practical suggestions about it. Could it be that he is thinking about how things are at home? (He is in his own apartment about 4 blocks down the street.)<P>I am clinging to God's promises. "GReater is He that is in us than he tnat is in the world." "To God, nothing is impossible."<P>I subscribe to the Rejoice Ministries email daily devotional, and am devouring Erin Thiele's book, HOW GOD CAN AND WILL RESTORE YOUR MARRIAGE. Another book that has been helpful is Harley's, SURVIVING AN AFFAIR.<P>Stand firm. Read Exodus 14:13-14. I read it last evening and slept well.<P>Prayers,<BR>Committed