NOTE: This letter was written to a dear sister who was facing
the prospect of a divorce.
To Mrs. <...>
Dear Sister <...>,
I am very distressed to have to have written this letter and the entire
body of writing which is enclosed herewith.
All of the papers I have written are written out of my deep love for you
and <..> and out of long-held and deeply sincere belief based on my
understanding of God's word. Though I may argue vehemently against
divorce, I have no desire or intent to defame, denounce, or hurt anyone.
I fear, however, that with my "gloves off" my plain speech could be
perceived as offensive or one-sided. As far as I know to be able, I
speak plainly based on my sincere understanding of Scripture with no
hidden agenda. The reason this may seem to weigh most heavily on you at
this time is because "the ball is in your court", so to speak. Forgive
me where I may seem harsh.
II Cor 10:3 "For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to
the flesh, for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but
divinely powerful for the destruction of fortresses. We are destroying
speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of
God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of
Christ."
And so I ask your patience with my presentation; your forgiveness where
I may in my zeal have overstated a case. It is my great immediate
concern for you and <...>, for your marriage and family, and for the
ongoing institution of marriage, the very mystery-image of Christ and
his bride, that motivates me.
I welcome questions, interactions, and responses of whatever type.
Please rest assured that I have been and continue to pray that God's
wisdom may illuminate your every decision, strengthening you as you deal
with this matter of such sober impact.
Very sincerely, your brother in Christ,
Dann McCreary