Each writes for a different paper. Neither would dare call upon the others to pray. I have been able to do for them what Jesus could not. I have succeeded in uniting thern in opposition to me, but they cannot unite in service to Him. It is enough to make angels weep and strong men bow themselves in sorrow.
Every letter contains long lists of questions.
These have been hammered out by years of frantic public debate, when the party spirit ran high, and the lust for party victory made men cruel and insensible to compassion for each other. The tone of the letters, in some cases, is saddening. I am accused of trying to arouse prejudice and party feeling by my plea for unity. I am challenged to debate in person or in writing, and if I will not, to get a man to represent my belief in the matter to debate it. Brethren, I do not propose to debate the matter with you.