Watch the advise we give

My loving wife and I were recently involved in a discussion with another lady and her friend about leaving her husband.

Lady-D is the lady that would like to leave her husband; she goes to church on a regular basis and has been married 20 years.

Lady-E is a lady that does not attend church, has been married about 38 years and is encouraging Lady-D to divorce

Lady-D is not happy in her marriage and most of the unhappiness has to do with the will and money. There is bickering that goes on back and forth in the marriage. This couple is retired and the income from retirement seems like it is enough for the both of them. One problem I see is that everything they have is in separate accounts from money to the pop they drink. The couple argues over everything and is worried about each other’s money.

Lady-E told Lady-D to leave her husband. Lady-D said she would not put up with his actions and would get a lawyer to get her half of the money before he dies and leave the money to his kids. Lady-D says if she divorces him that she would get half of his money now.

Our conclusion from a Christian view. First of all in Matthew, Jesus tells us not to divorce unless marital unfaithfulness happens in the marriage. This does not mean that we should divorce, if the person that had the affair ask for forgiveness than the hurt party should forgive if at all possible. If they don’t forgive than their heart has become hardened. I am not saying that if you have been cheated on that you should stay married, but I would suggest that you try everything you can to save the marriage. Ask God for help and you and your spouse seek help to solve this serious matter. Ask God to soften your heart and help you cope with the pain. Christians watch what kind of advice you give out.

I don’t understand why people divorce over money. Do you really think God will bless you with the money if that is the reason of your divorce? If you cannot get along with each other than seek help. Let’s work on our marriage instead if giving up.

Bible Verse: Please read Matthew 19

Today’s Prayer: Dear Lord, I ask for you to help and comfort hurting marriages. May you give them strength to sit down together, talk to one another and work out their issues. Give them the strength to seek help. Amen