Love Language of Marriage 0013

13. My husband is in a position of authority within the church. I feel uncomfortable sharing my struggles with anyone at church and feel so alone.

Then go for help outside the church. Christian counseling centers are available in most cities. Even if you have to drive an hour or so, it is time well invested. A counselor can help you assess your situation and decide what steps can be taken. It may eventually involve your husband and perhaps the church leadership, depending on what is involved, but you need not start there. It is often easier to begin with a counselor outside your church. Don’t allow your fear of embarrassing your husband to keep you from getting the help you need.

If your problem is not a serious problem involving your husband, then perhaps you can develop a friendship with some wife in another church. She can serve as a lay counselor and help you assess your situation. Many churches have lay counseling programs and could link you up with such a perso

Thank you,

Monique Velasquez