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Repentance

December 8, 2020 8 Comments

By Hetal Shah

The epitome of virtue, judiciousness, and tact in our congregation’s eyes, our pastor solemnly preaches to the packed pews. Today he’s addressing infertility, loyalty, and marriage. Women nod in agreement; men listen mindfully.

I’m flustered by his poise and conscientiousness, yet smitten with his handsome stature. How can he warn against unfaithfulness so zealously?

I glance at his wife. Her eyes gleam with trust—she’ll never have to haul the burden of adultery. After all, she’s the pastor’s wife.

Instantly, a surge of remorse sickens me; my eyes start to gush. Tonight, I have to end my affair with the pastor.

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  1. Anonymous says

    December 8, 2020 at 7:11 am

    Ah, I see. I think committing adultery is one thing. To preach against it as well is another.

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  2. mitesh parekh says

    December 8, 2020 at 10:17 am

    To be an adult is like doing schooling out side school in the real world with numerous challenges

    Every day is a new challenge be fit to face it in a positive way

    Reply
  3. David Daniel says

    December 8, 2020 at 11:29 am

    Skillfully done.

    Reply
  4. Prajakta Gandhi says

    December 8, 2020 at 7:45 pm

    In a few words you have beautifully shown the contrast in a person! It’s so true…most often people don’t practice what they preach!

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  5. Pratik Shah says

    December 8, 2020 at 10:17 pm

    Excellent choice of vocabulary.. very well written..

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  6. Krishna Shah says

    December 8, 2020 at 10:18 pm

    Amazing ?. Beautifully written.

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  7. Neha Nathwani says

    December 11, 2020 at 11:20 am

    Beautifully written …..perfect choice of words…..keep up the good work

    Reply
  8. Binal says

    December 15, 2020 at 4:37 am

    Very nicely written and shows a different perspective to person
    Keep up the great work !

    Reply

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