Should I tell my Dad?

[AJB4]

I'm wondering if I should tell my Dad. I know it would be extremely difficult for both of us (it would be hard for me to tell him; extremely hard, and it would be a bombshell for him), but if I told him in complete privacy and made him swear not to tell anyone.

Or should I just wait until I've completed the settingcaptivesfree course I'm doing, and then once I finally do find freedom, share with him my victory?

What have some other people done?

Just to let you know, I probably won't tell anyone. I just wouldn't have the courage.

 

[UnitynLove]

If you feel comfortable tell him then do it.

 

[worshipleader2b]

The first person I told about my struggles with homosexuality was a guy I didn't know very well who I met at a Christian conference - but he was a youth leader so he was used to dealing with guys' problems. It was great telling him, and even though I'm now free from homosexuality I still haven't told my dad, and I'm not sure if I'm going to.

If your dad's not a Christian then I wouldn't tell him - and then another thing is that you've got to be careful because not all Christians believe that you can be set free from homosexuality.

The best person to tell is your youth leader IMO, he won't judge you, he won't think you're weird, but he'll offer support, guidance and prayer for you

 

[Jeremiah4Christ]

I feel in the same boat. I know I will have a great testimony in the long run, but I just don't think telling someone right now would benefit me. As for you, if you don't have the courage to or just don't want to, don't. There's no point in doing something you're completely uncomfortable with.

 

[CeeBee]

It totally depends upon ur situation. Personally, I felt so free when I told my friends and parents! Even tho my parents reacted horribly. But I'm not trying to convince u. It's ur decision. U must be ready for when u do it. And if u don't want to do it then there's no reason for u to.

 

[AJB4]

I've made up my mind, and I'm going to tell him very soon. I'm going to ask him to be an accountability partner of sorts, and I hope all goes well. Pray for me.

 

[revolutiongames2004]

pray lots before talking to him, it will help, ill try to help too, but make sure you have prayed yourself too

praying

 

[aeiouandsumtimesy]

the sooner u tell him the better youll feel and he can suport u thru it

 

[AJB4]

I told him this afternoon in an email. I haven't talked to him again yet. I'm kinda scared by what he's gonna say. But, I told him. It's out in the open now, so I guess all I can do is wait.

 

[Danielof the Island]

Congratulations for e-mailing your father about your sin. The worst thing you can do is keep it secret. Your parents and siblings are among the best people to help you with your skins.

Whut exactly is the sin?

 

[worshipleader2b]

I'm pleased that you have told someone, and if God was pushing you to tell your dad, then that's really great

Praying for you man.

 

[Lost_and_astray]

Hey Aaron I'm from New Zealand too Hope your dad reacts well

 

[AJB4]

He did react well (I saw him at church today), and it's like nothing's changed (for the worse anyway), so it's all panned out pretty well.

 

[marshgreencohen]

why tell him if u can actually get rid of it,would it matter to him if u say this?

 

[marshgreencohen]

i hope u'll be free now though...

 

[worshipleader2b]

He did react well (I saw him at church today), and it's like nothing's changed (for the worse anyway), so it's all panned out pretty well.

Great to hear!

 

[fitmom]

May God Bless you ALL as you strive to find God's truth for you and in you. May you be a blessing to many an example and an encouragment.
J

 

[chloeobrien]

He did react well (I saw him at church today), and it's like nothing's changed (for the worse anyway), so it's all panned out pretty well.

have you talked to your dad in person about it at all? you may want to... I know with my mom as hard as it is for me to physically talk to her, if I do it makes the situation a lot bettter, for both of us. Even if its just a short conversation it can help.

 

[dv81]

The fact is your dad will find out. I know that sounds scary, but take comfort in it, acknowledge it.

He's your dad and he loves you, he might turn another shade of red but it WILL pass, love IS stronger than pride.

PM me, I'd love to know more about what your going through because I have 2 close guy friends who are going through a similar thing and I want to know more about it.

 

[MixtNick]

Hi,
I am curious on how it went with your dad? I myself didn't tell my dad, that was left to my ex... long story and u wud have to read my blog, details on my profile. Have a read. Hope it helps. I struggle but I know it helps to talk.
Take care and God Bless

Nick