Faith and Waiting

What does faithfulness require when she won't reciprocate?

Faithfulness doesn't mean being a doormat or enabling [destructive behavior](/answers/becoming-the-man/i-broke-something-punched-a-wall). When your wi...

How long did Hosea wait for Gomer?

The Bible doesn't give us exact timeframes for Hosea's waiting, but the narrative suggests years of patient pursuit, redemption, and restoration. What...

What is the 'stander' movement and is it biblical?

The 'stander' movement teaches that you should wait indefinitely for your spouse to return, often refusing to sign divorce papers and believing God wi...

When does standing become idolatry of the marriage?

Standing becomes idolatry when your marriage becomes more important to you than your relationship with God. The warning signs are clear: you're obsess...

Does God ever release someone from a covenant?

Here's the hard truth: God doesn't casually release people from covenants, but He does understand when covenants have been fundamentally broken by the...

What's the difference between hope and presumption?

Hope is humble and active - it believes God can restore your [marriage](/answers/becoming-the-man/what-is-the-relationship-between-confession-and-defe...

How do I discern between my will and God's will?

The tension between your will and God's will becomes razor-sharp when your marriage is on the line. You're desperate to save it, but wondering if you'...

Is there peace available before resolution?

Yes, peace is absolutely available before resolution - and it's not the fake kind that comes from denial or wishful thinking. I've seen countless men ...