Extramarital Affairs

DETESTING EXTRA-MARITAL AFFAIRS


Amazingly, I woke up one fateful morning and found myself smiling for no reason. A mood that ushered me into a moment of thorough meditation. Initially I was enjoying the scene; but lately, I discovered I was almost losing my sanity. Frankly speaking, till now I find it very difficult to fathom what precisely constituted that period of amusement at that early hour of the day. Needless to say, deep inside my system lies a fathomless fear in respect to the aforementioned mysterious scenario. Nevertheless, we shall continue to thank God and as well present Him with eulogies due to the life and strength He has given to us considering the fact that millions of people out there are lying helplessly and hopelessly.

If a close look is not given to the above paragraph, it stands to be meaningless to most of us. But I seize this opportunity to inform you that, that very paragraph represents the most important phase of this critique/edition. In essence, the paragraph is trying to tell us that some of the actions we indulge in on a daily basis is mysterious. In other words, such actions are being instituted or initiated by nature without our individual consent. You may not really comprehend where I’m actually driving at unless you join the school of thought known as “Realism”.

You will bear me witness that I’ve written on marriage. In my previous work on marriage, I categorically made it clear that it remains the oldest institution on earth. I also said that it’s an institute being instituted by God Himself, therefore ought to be seen by all and sundry as a sacred organization. Then if truly that such union is sacred, therefore it should be regarded as sacrosanct.

It’s quite appalling that the above union/institution has been abused greatly by those involved. Pathetically most people have turned it into a place for mere jamboree as if it’s an arena meant for social clubbing. Each time I see or set my eyes on such set of people, I smile with my jaws widely open. Yes instead of weeping, I’ve chosen to go by smiling. Well, my duty and paramount interest for today’s edition is to redirect most of us who has been abusing or intend to abuse this holy union called marriage.

I want to use this avenue to put up a fact that may be peculiar to us. It’s only by the special grace of the Almighty that one finds his/her marriage/life partner. In the same vein; it’s by the grace of God that both of you remain faithful to each other regardless of how beautiful or loveable any of you might be. Believe me, it’s not just a fact; rather, a fancy fact. In essence, I’m actually saying that if you fail to abide by the rule of God, you will definitely find your relationship in shambles.

Let me make this issue clearer. Some of the actions such as cheating or bickering we find ourselves in our respective marital relationships may not be as we planned or wished; it could be mysterious. And this aspect known as mystery remains the major reason we should endeavour to always be closer to God whenever we find ourselves in any marital relationship. Take for instance; if one gets married, he/she might wish to adore his/her partner for the rest of his/her life. But at a certain point in our marital life, we find ourselves acting silly contrary to our earlier decision; and you may never find out what actually prompted such unwanted act. This is why we must acknowledge the fact that there’re certain forces surrounding any marriage or marital vow. Let’s ride on!

An extramarital affair is an activity in which a married person cheats his/her marriage partner for the purpose of actualizing his/her selfish desire. Without mincing words, this aspect of marriage has been existing since the beginning of the world. Thus, it’s as old as the union itself.

First and foremost, the only way one can be free from this mess is to be contented with what he/she has. Secondly, you should also understand that the union was not by your making; thus, you’re bound to be faithful or grateful not only to your partner but to the progenitor of such sacred union.

The perfect key towards a home that’s free from any sort of extramarital affair is nothing but contentment coupled with prayers. You must continue to inform yourself that you’re satisfied with whatever you’re blessed with; be it your partner or material possession. Then such worthwhile attribute or idiosyncrasy is meant to be accompanied with regular prayers in order to withstand any possible temptation that may come on your way. Surely, temptation must set in; there’s no two ways about it, and you can never escape from it. In other words, it’s natural.

I want to let you know that mankind has a natural tendency to taste what he has never tasted before. This is why Economics recognizes that human wants are uncertain due to our natural quest to have what we’ve never had before. Thus, we must safeguard what we have jealously as if it’s the best among others. Such quality is simply known as contentment. I also wish to inform you that, contentment cannot work if we fail to dedicate our marriages to God.

For crying out loud, marriage has a finite rule/policy, and we must stick to it if we really want ours to be successful and fruitful. This is why maturity remains the most fundamental tool requires in a marriage. Yes, both parties are expected to be mature; maturity is one of the basic recipes when it calls for marriage. Mind you, that one is forty (40) does not imply that he/she is mature; thus, age is not directly proportional to maturity as it’s generally and popularly noted.

Brethren, we must endeavour to do this right so we won’t be smiling when we’re meant to pray because there’s time for everything. You shouldn’t personally invite moment of doom into a union founded by God Himself.

It’s high time we detested and destroyed these cankerworms that are setting our respective homes ablaze. Cheating is definitely evil and we must absorb that fact into our thick skulls. Think about it!

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FDN NWAOZOR

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