Instead of praying “Lord, bring my spouse back to me,” try praying, “Lord, bring my spouse back to You.”
Stay involved in a local, Bible‐believing church for spiritual growth and accountability despite the temptation to avoid facing people during this difficult time.
Meet with your pastor for guidance or seek out a Christian counselor. This can be helpful and encouraging as you gain another’s perspective on your situation. FamilyLife provides lists of counseling organizations and counselors (link coming soon).
Pray daily for God to be working in your own heart and in the heart of your spouse.
Ask their spouse to attend a Weekend To Remember marriage getaway weekend. You really have nothing to lose and it may prove to be very beneficial.
If you are a husband, consider connecting with other men in a Men’s Fraternity group.
If you are a wife and mom, connect with other moms at MomLife Today.
Examine yourself in view of God’s Word to see if there is anything you can do to reach out to your spouse one more time.
If your spouse is totally unrepentant with no interest in returning to your marriage, acknowledge the extreme level of pain you feel, but also remember that it is temporary. In God you can find the strength you need to face your pain and life without your spouse.
Examine your heart to be sure you are speaking truth. Sometimes love must risk peace for the sake of truth.
Talk openly and often with your kids about how they are processing what is happening to mom and dad. Whenever appropriate, seek biblical counseling for the kids as well.
Contact Crown Ministries for advice on financial planning for the future.
