First Things First

Good to hear. Which class did you take?

Amen, and from personal experience as a child of divorce, I agree that the impact is big, even if the parties all think they are "doing what's best for the kids." THanks for your wisdom, I have read Wallerstein's book, and it spoke to me, at a heart level, and at a head level.

This is the truth.........no wonder God hates divorce.<><

I do not buy into the thought process that it is best for the kids, they just say that as a way to ease their conscious as they desire to leave their commitments and do what they want to do rather it be both parents or one. The effect on children is for life, and rocks their foundations.

Very wise words! Thank you!!!!!!!!!

Unfortunately I feel the this show is advancing the thought process of marriage is not a covenant promise, it is all about as long as the husband/wife continue to make the other one happy. In this case, Jon no longer is happy with Kate, so he is out to seek a new life and form of happiness. In this selfish mindset, Jon is convincing himself it is better for the kids, because it is the only way to clear his conscious.

My father thought of everyone before himself. He would give you the shirt off his back and he did many times!! He would bring home diseased animals he found on the roadside to give them medical attention. He was up early, worked hard all day and wouldn't stop until bedtime. My dad never met a stranger ~ he loved people and animals! He was the best!

Yep.

Is an affair defined by the act of physical intimacy? Or, is it defined by the act of mental desire?

I think I know how (based upon Jesus' teachings) my Christian friends likely see it, but I'm less certain how others do(???).

Interested in their responses.

if you have to ask, it is an affair. Anything that takes your mind off your obligations and robs your emotions and devotions to the Lord and your spouse is cheating. Some people may start out having this in a "game" sense but they become engrossed and cross the line before they know it. It is like any sin--better to not start than to not be able to stop