Grief Bites: Finding Treasure In HardshipsSample

Have you experienced the bitter sting of betrayal...a betrayal so deep it cuts and shreds every ounce of your heart? It is a terrible experience to go through the deep heartache of a spouse's adultery or a spouse who no longer wants to be married. After such an experience, the sting wraps itself around you and threatens to forever break or harden your heart. As the tears fall and your heart is breaking, it feels as though the betrayal stings your soul a thousand times each day. It's easy during times like these to not just harden your heart but to become hardened towards God...and place misplaced blame onto Him. Don't think for one second that God did not do everything in His power to convict your spouse's heart and warn them to choose another path. God did. God gives each of us free will...and sometimes, people misuse their free will to betray loved ones. Sadly, some spouses choose to harden their hearts to God's convictions and not listen. The moment you found out about your spouse's deep betrayal...the moment your heart shattered into a million pieces...God's heart did too. He hurts for you and deeply grieves that your covenant mate chose the path they chose to walk. God is concerned for you. Every tear you've cried, He has placed in a bottle. Each heartache you have experienced, He has written in His book. He has kept track of every toss and turn on your sleepless nights. If you are crying out for help, He IS listening. He knows the heart-wrenching agony you have experienced...and are still going through...and He strongly desires to help you catch your breath. God's huge heart breaks for anyone whose life has been affected by betrayal. His heart sincerely breaks for the children and families affected too. Today, I encourage you to pour your heart out to God. Share with Him your deepest heartaches, thoughts, and feelings. He DOES care....and if you ask, He WILL help you through this painful time in your life. Ask Him to guide and direct you. He will NEVER leave you or forsake you! There is hope and God does heal. Draw close to His heart and He will draw close to you. He is the only way to truly get through the devastating heartache of betrayal.