The Session: Trust & Relationships

The Session-Trust & Honesty in a Relationship From Bellevue Christian Counseling (John 8:31-32)  “To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”  Today there is so much to be said about relationships being trust worthy. Often times if a relationship fails, it is often the inability to trust again that ends a relationship. That is the case because of how fragile trust is in a relationship. It gives others a reasonable basis on which they can safely share their hearts and make commitments with me. Relationships hinge on truth and trust. Being vulnerable makes a person more likely to be hurt. Once hurt sets in trusting that it won’t happen again is very sketchy. Lost is the heart felt communication that can grow a relationship.  Trust And MarriageIn marriage it is vital to be trusted. If a wife is untrustworthy because of things she said that weren’t true, trust will be difficult. It is also true that if a wife is doing things that breaks a promise or fails to do things that were promised trust will be broken.It is also true if husbands say or does things that are untrustworthy it will be difficult to develop trust. An Affair’s Impact On TrustIt devastates trustIt causes great pain and betrayal leading to feelings of anger, hurt, and disillusionment. Rebuilding trust is a long and challenging process that requires open communication, forgiveness, and often professional counseling to navigate the emotional complexities involved. Spiritual Struggle Christian’s struggle with feelings of guilt and shame that causes a person to question their own faith in GodDifficulty forgiving. Even though it is a core Christian value, it is difficult forgiving a spouse.Intimacy takes a direct hit. Rebuilding TrustOpen and honest communication.  The victim should be able to ask any questions concerning details they want!Taking Responsibility. The straying party should take responsibility, as difficult it could be.Trust builders this includes text and pictures that prove your spouse is where they say they are.Examples? To reach Tom Russell, please call 419-709-8447, email Tom at [email protected], or visit his website at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com