Quote: BUT I KNOW I couldn't do it without coming here and venting that I miss him. Sorry . . . I can't take that deal . . because I already know I'll lose!
Ah, but that's the thing, isn't it? You can't stop yourself from feeling anxious moments when you miss him and hurt. What you can do in those moments is to consciously make the decision to set aside that feeling and rejoice in the blessings that God has given you, and to use that moment to pray for Kevin (and even Cassie).
On the other hand, if you make the decide to feel sorry for yourself and wallow in self-oity, you've taken a step backward and reinforced your status as a victim.
You have the power to claim each and every moment as a victory for Christ in your life.
Quote: If he is in this R with Cassie . . . then what's to say that I will not just be standing in vain.
You are called to be faithful to your God, Emily. That's all you can do ... the outcome is up to Him.
The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth." (Psalm 145:18)