I'd take him at his word, unless you have some reason to believe he's lying to you.
Early recovery is a rollercoaster. Your emotions are all screwed up, you're basically trying to rearrange your entire life, inside and out. He probably thinks this will be easier on both of you for right now, and he could be right. He probably DOESN'T know what he wants.
Sounds to me like he's made it pretty clear that he wants to let go of the relationship, at least for now, though.
I think it's just one of those things you are going to have to accept.
Have you been to Al-Anon? It might help you work through your feelings.
Hugs, sorry you're hurting,