Q&A: I had an affair a while ago, do I still need to tell my husband?

Thank you Juli for taking this stand. I took a similar step a few years ago. Yes, the going has been rough, still is at times. And, I have no regret in finally coming into the light and stopping my hiding. I am hopeful of more and more restoration as we both continue our work of healing. Also, thank you for speaking the truth about this difficult question. I have heard many well meaning and authoritative people, including pastors, say not to tell. They are wrong. Not telling keeps some peace and blocks intimacy from ever occurring . There is no guarantee that authentic intimacy will occur but it is guaranteed that it won’t occur without moving out of hiding.