I’ve committed many sins in my life, but I have one that I haven’t been able to stop committing. I separated from the Father of my daughter because he was unfaithful, but he always comes back whenever he wants to have sex. In the past I loved him so much, and because of my past feelings I’ve allowed him to come. I wish everything was different. I have two daughters, and my ex helps me financially. I stopped going to church, but for my girls’ sake I’m now active again. Even so, I feel bad because I still have relations with my ex. I wonder if I should stop going to church or keep going for my daughters’ sake. I’m confused. Please help me with advice.
One Response to “I’ve committed many sins in my life, but I have one that I h…”
Leonardo Miranda
2010-09-05 08:01:04
A missionary hugging a bishop in Aracaju, Sergipe, Brazil.
Hi friend. I'm very happy that you've come back to the Church! The Church will be a great blessing for you and your children; it is certainly a good idea to raise your children in the gospel. Aside from helping them grow closer to Jesus Christ, the Church can also provide them with male role models and can help them live healthy and happy lives. Your children deserve the blessings that come from full church participation.
As you know, it is a serious sin to have sexual relations outside of marriage. If you are still legally married to the father of your children, you are not sinning. If you are not legally married to him, you should stop immediately and confess your sins to your bishop. God cannot bless you the way He would like to bless you if you are unwilling to keep His commandments.
Even if you are legally married to the father of your children, you should consider changing your behavior. You may not be sinning, but you are humiliating yourself. This man is clearly using you. He is not faithful and only comes around to satisfy his sexual urges. You are a daughter of God and deserve to be treated with respect. You have every right to demand that respect.
I hope this answer helps. God loves you, and he wants you to overcome the guilt and sorrow you're feeling. Open your heart and dedicate your life to Him, and you'll find a great measure of spiritual peace. God bless you with wisdom, sister.
As you know, it is a serious sin to have sexual relations outside of marriage. If you are still legally married to the father of your children, you are not sinning. If you are not legally married to him, you should stop immediately and confess your sins to your bishop. God cannot bless you the way He would like to bless you if you are unwilling to keep His commandments.
Even if you are legally married to the father of your children, you should consider changing your behavior. You may not be sinning, but you are humiliating yourself. This man is clearly using you. He is not faithful and only comes around to satisfy his sexual urges. You are a daughter of God and deserve to be treated with respect. You have every right to demand that respect.
I hope this answer helps. God loves you, and he wants you to overcome the guilt and sorrow you're feeling. Open your heart and dedicate your life to Him, and you'll find a great measure of spiritual peace. God bless you with wisdom, sister.