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I was out of town yesterday and did not get to respond. I appreciate all the comments and realize that I have a part. I used the scriptures because he is the one who wants to attend church every Sunday!! I have told him yet it seems to go in one ear and out the other. I have an update to share that is awesome!!
posted by
Dr_JPT
on May 1, 2006 at 6:02 AM
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WOW
This blog echoes my life.
A hug for you and one for me too.
posted by
ALWAYSALOVER
on April 30, 2006 at 4:01 PM
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I understand your feelings.
I have a friend who finds herself in the same situation as you. She would have left her childish but nasty husband if not for her son. God bless!
posted by
una01
on April 29, 2006 at 11:53 PM
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Sophistie
Perhaps he resents you using The Bible to point out his foolish behavior. Sometimes it is good for a wife to be patient and simply set a good example.
A nagging spouse is like the drip, drip, drip of a leaky faucet; You can't turn it off, and you can't get away from it. --Proverbs 27:15
posted by
TAPS.
on April 29, 2006 at 10:32 PM
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Of course...
I don't find the child-like mind a problem...I expect to have an extremely long-term relationship with my son. I also expect him to mature over time. As for marriage...yes, if it's supposed to be God-centered, scripture-based, etc. Then it needs both people to be focused there.
I think a lot of men see the "woman obey the husband" scriptures, but don't notice the "husbands treat the wives as Christ treats the Church" set. You might consider some counselling if your church offers it. It can be less threatening when the preacher is showing you BOTH how you should be, without saying how well either of you is doing. He may be willing to hear things in that setting that he would not at home.
posted by
DarrkeThoughts
on April 29, 2006 at 7:48 PM
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I've known quite a few like this...
is it a stupid question to ask if you've told him how you feel? Not the childlike mind, but that he avoids the issue by apologizing?
posted by
-blackcat
on April 29, 2006 at 7:25 PM
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Maybe it is better than no mind?
posted by
Whacky
on April 29, 2006 at 6:57 PM
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childlike mind
Is it that bad?
posted by
Lanetay
on April 29, 2006 at 4:56 PM
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That's a tough situation...but if you remember to put him first and set
the example, maybe just maybe it will be returned? Still, sometimes you just have to find fulfillment in a higher love until the lower one comes through...
posted by
Ariala
on April 29, 2006 at 4:39 PM
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