Bob and Tracy

I recently had the opportunity to work with Bob and Tracy (fictitious names to preserve privacy) who have been married for over 7 years and have 2 children, ages 6 and 2. The union was severed because of Bob’s ongoing extramarital affairs, which resulted in the pregnancy of his current mistress.

This couple has only been separated for a couple of months and the news of the pregnancy was shocking to Tracy. Emotionally and financially devastated, Tracy was now forced to move into her mother’s home and share a bedroom with her two sons.

Although Bob made decisions that caused catastrophic impacts on Tracy’s life and their 2 sons, I didn’t notice any hint of resentment or anger in Tracy’s interactions with him. Throughout our time together Tracy and Bob were at peace with each other. This surprised me, especially this soon after a betrayal.

I commented on their interactions and asked Tracy where her source of strength derived. She was adamant her strength came from a relationship with Jesus. That it was because of Him she has been able to genuinely forgive Bob and desire the best for his life. When she forgave she was able to release Bob and no longer let his betrayal impact her future.

Tracy found what many of us are still seeking. In the arms of Jesus she found comfort for her broken heart and a hope for her future. God gave Tracy the grace to forgive Bob. As a result, Tracy was finally able to move on with her life.

Everyday she is taking steps forward toward a better future. Her relationship with Jesus has given her peace and helped her overcome the depression she encountered as the life she knew was destroyed. Only Christ can bring wholeness and healing out of a desperate situation. Because Tracy submitted her life to God, He built a supernatural strength in her that is helping her overcome. The road has been hard, but God’s perfect love is seeing her through.