Marriage stuff

I've been feeling guilty lately about what's going on with me and Dad but I keep coming across articles that apply to our situation that make me feel better. One was about trying to hang on no matter what happens. This prompted me to text Dad the message, "Don't leave." He sent back a question mark and I told him that God wanted me to tell him that. (I certainly didn't want to, but I felt prompted to). Dad answered back, "Too late." It took a lot of pressure off of me though because at least I said something, so whatever. I don't think it's right of Dad to ask God to bless his job so he can afford to leave his wife and kids. Just sayin'. It doesn't match up. For better or for worse. Sorry it's worse, but that's what everyone agreed to.

I came across another article which was mostly an ad for a book about marriage (I have to look up the author). Here are some quotes from it:

"If a man uses the Bible simply as a tool to control his wife, he is altogether unbiblical, and his spirit is contrary to the Spirit of Christ."

"Most of the time, if I make a decision that my wife is not for, it ends up being a bad decision. The same Holy Spirit that leads me can lead her."

"If it all possible, it is best for husbands to cover their wives so as to protect them from emotional storms that they should not have to handle. If a husband fails in this area, he will often end up with a wife that hardens her heart to the point where she finds it difficult to show softness. The end result is rarely pleasant, and it often takes years for husbands to reverse that process.

Few ways:   As much as possible, be financially stable
         
                    Work at being a blessing to the family

Author's name: Dr. Raymond Force
Title of article:  How Can A Husband Honor His Wife
Bible verse:  1 Peter 3:7:  Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered.

P.S. I know Dad talked to you a lot about our marriage problems. I'm sorry about that-he shouldn't have burdened you with our problems. You tried to help though-Love you so much!