John and Elizabeth Edwards, each with strong Biblical names, seemed like the perfect couple. John is handsome, charming, compassionate, accomplished and rich. Seemingly flawless. Elizabeth is beautiful, smart, passionate, courageous. And they seem to be model parents. And both John and Elizabeth come across as caring deeply for the disadvantaged. This is one of the main reasons which they said motivated him to seek the highest office in the world -- presidency of the U. S.
But John sinned. (We all have, haven't we.) He was unfaithful. But John's sin was exposed, very publicly. And it seems especially grievous because he is viewed as a person of high moral standards. Also Elizabeth has incurable cancer. And she helped to cover up John's sin.
There are a lot of things being said. Most of it is unkind and judgemental.
I have something to say, too. 4 things. 1. S(he) who is sinless or faultless, step up and throw the next stone. 2. Hate the sin, but love the sinner. 3. Pray for this family. It is the loving thing to do, even while feeling let down by the Edwards. We all need prayer and forgiveness. 4. Finally, praise God for his boundless, love, grace and forgiveness he richly gives.
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