Jesus tells us to forgive our enemies. What then are we to do about a spouse when sexual infidelity is suspected?

In the last post, I asked men which is stronger, sexual temptation or loyalty to one's spouse. Considering the strength of the male sex drive, most of us would have to admit it would take a lot of strength to chase a strange, beautiful woman out of our bed. I believe it can be done, and hope I would do it if I were tempted like the hero of my book is.

Now, women, what would your response be if you learned that a beautiful woman slipped into bed with your husband in your absence? Whether or not the husband actually had sex or not, most men would deny having had sex. Would you believe him? How angry would you be? Would you be able to forgive him for what ever did or did not happen?

Let us further assume that at some time in the future you encounter the young woman in question. She is spectacularly beautiful, but she says your husband rejected her because you are so beautiful. Do you believe her? Is her statement proof that your husband was faithful to you?

Remember, this woman tried to steal your husband's affections from you. Would you be willing to forgive her?

Heavy stuff, eh? In a situation like this, the man faces a real challenge turning away the temptress. What about the wife? Does she face as hard a challenge forgiving her husband and the woman?

The Bible calls us to strive to live moral lives, but it also tells us that Jesus forgives sinners who repent. In like manor, we must forgive each other.

Read Chased Across Australia to see what my hero does in the face of temptation and what the heroine does in response.