My husband and I are in partnership with a guy who won all our trust by professing to be this great believer. However, he is the biggest con artist I have ever come across. I am so upset - I know all his lies and deceit, and I want to expose him to the authorities. Yet, I have this belief that vengeance is not mine. I must leave him in the hands of the Lord. What do I do? Am I a doormat? Must I allow him to walk over us? He has been doing this for the past three years, and I say, enough is enough. How much is enough? He is holding us ransom to all his activities, but we are simply not involved. Should I spill the beans we would probably also be implicated merely by association. It would probably also cost us our life savings to prove our innocence. What is the correct thing to do? There is absolutely nothing wrong with the way we handled things (and still do) but we are being drained - financially, spirtually and mentally. Where do I go from here? Please advise me asap.
2007-06-27 12:18:45 · 17 answers · asked by ? 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Thanks to each and all for your prompt answers. I need them at this moment. Much appreciated.
2007-06-27 12:27:40 · update #1
Religious options? Eh...whatever. Get a lawyer, and quick!
2007-06-27 12:21:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes I believe that you need to pray hard about the whole thing and if criminal activity is involved then ask the Police to investigate...making it clear what part each of you has played in the whole thing. I would suggest that the sooner you do this the better so that things do not get worse than they are now. If no criminal activity is involved then I suggest you see a solicitor (first half hour free) to ascertain your position. Once you prove your innocence to someone who is taking your part..the easier it will become for you.
If you want extra prayer..please e-mail me
Best wishes, Mike.
2007-06-28 05:50:57 · answer #2 · answered by georgiansilver 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this man is engaging in illegal activities then you should contact the authorities. It's not only you and your husband being affected, but you need to consider all the other people who are being affected. If you don't want to be implicated then you should at least withdraw from whatever this is. It sounds like the least you need to do is get out of the situation, then decide on the legal course.
2007-06-27 19:23:50 · answer #3 · answered by keri gee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First God is on the side of the just. 2nd you need an attorney with all the paper work and proof to back up what has taken place. Do not discuss or say anything to him. After discussing your options you can make a decision. Being religious does not mean you are to be taken advantage of. Prayer will keep you in God's will
2007-06-27 19:32:10 · answer #4 · answered by lakelover 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Quote from one of the previous answers: "First and foremost, I'd suggest praying to the LORD for guidance and strength, then try going to a spiritual advisor, Priest, Pastor, etc. "
Are you kidding? What will this do exactly?
Get the police involved right now before more damage is done, to yourselves or others.
And good luck, I hope all goes well.
2007-06-28 02:33:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you look at it from the point of view "vengeance is not mine" not only do you leave yourself open to futher manipulation, you also then allow this man to continue in doing the same to other people - I think for the greater good you must do something - if not to help yourself then others xx
If you are worried about yourself being implicated in an illegal activities then speak to a solicitor on a confidential basis first
2007-06-27 19:28:41 · answer #6 · answered by busybee26 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure exactly what you mean by conning you but if he is taking yours and others money or livelihoods then you should definately turn him in to make sure he can't do this to anyone else.
Before you do though just gather up the evidence you need to prove your own innocence, always better to be safe than sorry
2007-06-27 19:26:31 · answer #7 · answered by Stephen M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First and foremost, I'd suggest praying to the LORD for guidance and strength, then try going to a spiritual advisor, Priest, Pastor, etc. Then you should get this guy busted by the legal authorities, because what he is doing is wrong. God bless you and your family.
2007-06-27 19:24:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would turn him in to the authorities. It's not vengeance, it's justice. If you told the authorities the truth, you might get off. However I am not a lawyer.
2007-06-27 19:24:48 · answer #9 · answered by Scandguard 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it were me, I'd make the sacrifice and confess to the authorities. If you just brush him off he will simply be on to the next con.
When God said "Vengence is mine" he never meant for us to ignore criminals. What that means is for us not to be petty. Not to see revenge.
A thief is a thief. Reporting a crime is not revenge. It's a necessity.
2007-06-27 19:23:55 · answer #10 · answered by Max Marie, OFS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Am very sorry about all this but dont just leave it. Go to police, go to mcintyre or what ever other investigating reporter you have near you. Print fliers and post them everywhere. And wait. Every dog gets its day.
2007-06-27 19:25:42 · answer #11 · answered by Buzzer4 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋