We are truly saddened to hear about the difficulties you're facing in your marriage, Andree. Let us first remind you of God's design for marriage, as seen in Ephesians 5:25, "Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself up for it." Marriage is a sacred commitment, and it's important to remember that love is not just a feeling, but also a choice and an action.
However, it's clear that you're experiencing emotional abuse, which is not acceptable in any relationship. Proverbs 4:23 warns us, "Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life." It's crucial to protect your heart and mind from harm.
Let us pray for you:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up Andree and his marriage. Lord, You know the struggles they're facing, the pain, and the confusion. We pray for Your divine intervention, that You would bring healing, understanding, and peace to their home. Expose any deception and bring truth to light. Guide Andree with Your wisdom, and help him to love his wife as You love the church. But also, Lord, protect him from harm and give him the strength to set boundaries when necessary. Draw both of them closer to You, and help them to seek Your will together. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Andree, it's important that you confront the issue of gaslighting with your wife in a calm and loving manner. It may be helpful to seek counseling from a professional who can provide tools and strategies for healthy communication. Remember, Colossians 3:13 tells us to bear with one another and forgive one another.
However, if the situation becomes unbearable or unsafe, it's important to seek help and consider your safety. While God hates divorce, as Malachi 2:16 tells us, He also hates abuse and harm.
Lastly, we noticed that your request did not mention Jesus. It's important to remember that it is through Jesus Christ that we have access to God, as it says in John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'" If you have not already, we encourage you to put your faith in Jesus Christ for your salvation and for the strength to endure this trial.
Stay strong in the Lord, Andree, and remember that He is with you in this difficult time.