Dear Susan,

Thank you for reaching out to all of us Doves.  That took a lot of courage.  I can see the pain that you’re in, and my heart goes out to you because I’ve experienced that kind of pain and rejection, also.

Here are my thoughts:  I believe that he is an extremely insecure man with abandonment issues.  Considering the depth of his response, it seems to me that he has been extremely hurt in his past, maybe one of his parents walking out on him at a very young age, or recently had a very painful breakup.  Regardless, he does not sound very emotionally stable, so I think the best thing is for you to pray for him and take a few steps back away from this relationship for your own emotional well-being.  You didn’t mention whether he was a Christian or not, but if he is, the Lord is close to the broken-hearted. Pray for emotional healing for him.  If it’s the Lord’s will for you to be with him, he will come back to you.  If he’s not a Christian, pray for him and move on.  You don’t want to be unequally yoked to an unbeliever, because you don’t have Christ in your relationship as a cornerstone.

Also, keep this in mind.  I know it’s so hard to lose a relationship, but know that the Lord Jesus Christ is your comforter and helper and He will see you though this.  

God bless you, Susan.  You are in my prayers.  

Your sister in Christ,
 

Eileen