--- title: Jessa Duggar’s Father-in-Law Pens Essay of Support in Light of Molestation Scandal description: Josh Duggar has received the support of his sister Jessa's father-in-law after reports resurfaced this week that Duggar molested five underage girls 12 years ago.... canonical: https://time.com/3895845/duggar-josh-molestation-scandal-tlc-19-kids-and-counting-michael-seewald/ author: TIME article:opinion: false article:content_tier: free article:published_time: 2015-05-26T04:58:43.000Z article:modified_time: 2026-02-22T07:36:38.235Z article:section: Entertainment og:title: Jessa Duggar's Father-in-Law Pens Essay in Light of Scandal og:description: Reports resurfaced that Josh Duggar molested five underage girls 12 years ago og:url: https://time.com/3895845/duggar-josh-molestation-scandal-tlc-19-kids-and-counting-michael-seewald/ og:site_name: TIME og:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blte2b946006b3478f6/69885188a988ca965c6b2b5c/duggar.jpg?branch=production&width=3840&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 og:image:width: 1200 og:image:height: 675 og:image:alt: Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson and The Duggars Speak At CPAC og:type: article twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:title: Jessa Duggar's Father-in-Law Pens Essay in Light of Scandal twitter:description: Reports resurfaced that Josh Duggar molested five underage girls 12 years ago twitter:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blte2b946006b3478f6/69885188a988ca965c6b2b5c/duggar.jpg?branch=production&width=3840&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 ---  # Jessa Duggar's Father-in-Law Pens Essay of Support in Light of Molestation Scandal > Sponsored content. 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Josh Duggar speaks during the 42nd annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at the Gaylord National Resort Hotel and Convention Center on Feb. 28, 2015 in National Harbor, Md.Kris Connor— Getty Images by [Jacqueline Andriakos / People](https://time.com/author/people/) ## Jacqueline Andriakos / People Contributor May 26, 2015 4:58 AM UTC [Josh Duggar](http://www.people.com/people/news/category/0,,personsTax:JoshuaDuggar,00.html) has received the support of his sister Jessa’s father-in-law after reports [resurfaced this week](http://www.people.com/article/josh-duggar-molestation-accusations-duggars-respond) that Duggar molested five underage girls 12 years ago. Michael Seewald – the father of [Jessa’s husband Ben Seewald](http://www.people.com/article/jessa-duggar-fiance-ben-seewald-engaged), 20, and six other children – [posted an essay](http://seewalds.com/grace-greater-than-our-sin/#more-341) titled “Grace Greater Than Our Sin” to his family’s blog Sunday, explaining why he is rallying around his family members and forgiving Duggar for his actions. “It pains me to see that they are now having to relive the nightmare that had been laid to rest well over a decade ago with Josh’s repentance and reformation,” Seewald wrote, “but I feel compelled to bring some context and reason to the bloodletting that many are engaging in and to come to the aid of our dear friends and family.” Seewald went on to explain in more than 2,000 words why Duggar should not punish himself forever and that the victims involved should “not be lost in all of this.” “Sadly, this type of thing is all too common. Victims of sexual abuse of any kind often suffer greatly for many years as a result of these sins,” Seewald said. “We should not downplay the seriousness of these offenses particularly, nor gloss over the pain and confusion they often bring, sometimes for a lifetime.” While some fans have criticized Duggar’s parents, [Jim Bob](http://www.people.com/people/news/category/0,,personsTax:JimBobDuggar,00.html) and [Michelle](http://www.people.com/people/news/category/0,,personsTax:MichelleDuggar,00.html), in the aftermath of the molestation scandal for not publicly disclosing the situation sooner, Seewald said that they are also not to blame and acted as “godly parents should.” “How many of you would broadcast the sins of your children to the whole world? Would you be willing to publicize your own darkest moments?” Seewald, a devout Christian, asked in the blog post. “Yes, we should constantly be learning and growing as parents and change when we see a better way, yet no parenting method is without flaw. The heart of the matter is do you have a good relationship with your children? From my perspective, this is where Jim Bob and Michelle excel.” The father of seven also detailed his beliefs that all humans are sinners, and Josh “sinned because like all of us he is a sinner.” He encouraged Duggar to “hang in there.” ” … the shame you feel is legitimate, yet Jesus took your shame as he was punished in your place,” he said. “Rest in his forgiveness and grace. Remember that he gives you his righteousness as a covering for your shame,” he said. “Let this trial in your life build humility and grace. Don’t be angry at the world for their hatred of you. Show them through your love for them that it is Jesus Christ that made all the difference in your life. I’m rooting for you.” Allegations that Duggar molested young girls as a teenager made headlines last week, although rumors of his actions [popped up online](http://www.people.com/article/online-commenter-warned-josh-duggar-molestation) as early as eight years ago. He acknowledged them in an [exclusive statement to PEOPLE](http://www.people.com/article/josh-duggar-molestation-accusations-duggars-respond), stating, “I acted inexcusably for which I am extremely sorry and deeply regret. I hurt others, including my family and close friends.” “We spoke with the authorities where I confessed my wrongdoing, and my parents arranged for me and those affected by my actions to receive counseling. I understood that if I continued down this wrong road that I would end up ruining my life,” he continued. The scandal has begun to affect the _19 Kids and Counting_ personality’s career. He resigned from his position as Executive Director of Family Research Council Action, a Christian lobbying group based in Washington D.C., and [TLC pulled the show from its schedule](http://www.people.com/article/19-kids-counting-pulled-tlc-schedule-josh-duggar) amid the reports. 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