“My addictive patterns and sin were cyclical and hidden, not constant,” he said. “That leaves room to fortify excuses and at times make somebody question the reality they see, when they see it. What she did do was challenge me constantly, hold on to her faith and even in the aftermath of so much disaster her strength has not wavered.”
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Even though the couple has lost friends “over these years,” even when they most needed them, Lentz said his wife has persisted in loving others, forging new friendships. “I’ve watched her fight for her trademark smile and kindness,” he continued. “I’ve watched her start multiple businesses. I’ve watched her still choose to believe the best in people.” In November 2021, Laura shared publicly that she has dealt with anxiety and PTSD as a result of her husband’s decisions.
Some people—including Lentz—have asked Laura why she did not leave him. He did not elaborate on his wife’s reasons for staying, but said that when she shares her story, “all of it is gonna help a lot [of] people.”
“She told me one dark day that she loves me and has empathy for the true roots of my [dysfunction],” the former pastor revealed. “She gave me a kind and firm ultimatum and told me she believes I can change and heal. That kept me going when I couldn’t see the light ever coming through the clouds.”
“Those clouds have broken, we are on our feet and I don’t take for granted that I get to celebrate this birthday as her husband,” Lentz concluded. “Thank you Laura for holding our family together when I could not. I’m grateful for how you have trusted God and I love you. Happy birthday!!”
 resilience and expressed gratitude that she did not leave him when his infidelity came to light. Lentz said Laura has faced the suffering of the past several years with grace.){kind=link}