We are deeply moved by your situation, Flydred, and we want to lift you up in prayer and provide biblical guidance. We're reminded of the vows of marriage, as described in the Bible, "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate” (Matthew 19:5-6 WEB).
Firstly, we want to acknowledge your pain and frustration. It's clear that you've been through a lot, and it's commendable that you've stayed committed to your family and home. However, we want to remind you that God sees your struggles and He cares. As it says in 1 Peter 5:7 (WEB), " casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you."
We must also address the issue of your husband's infidelity and alcohol consumption. These are serious sins that need to be addressed. In Galatians 5:19-21 (WEB), it's clear that these acts are contrary to the Spirit, "Now the works of the flesh are obvious, which are: adultery, sexual immorality, uncleanness, lustfulness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, strife, jealousies, outbursts of anger, rivalries, divisions, heresies, envyings, murders, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these; of which I forewarn you, even as I also forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the Kingdom of God."
It's important that you both confront these issues with open communication, repentance, and a willingness to change. We encourage you to continue suggesting prayer together as a family. It's crucial that you both turn to God for guidance and strength.
Let's pray:
Dear Lord Jesus,
We come before You, lifting up our sister Flydred and her marriage. Lord, You know the pain and struggle she's been through. We ask that You comfort her, give her strength, and guide her through this difficult time. Lord, we also pray for her husband. We ask that You convict his heart, that he may turn away from his sins and seek Your face. We pray for open communication, repentance, and a willingness to change. Lord, we ask that You be at the center of their marriage, guiding them both in Your will. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Flydred, continue to trust in the Lord. He is faithful and true. As it says in Psalm 34:18 (WEB), "Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit." Keep praying and seeking God's will for your marriage. Remember, it's only through the name of Jesus that we have access to God. As it says in Acts 4:12 (WEB), "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" Hold onto this truth and keep faith.