No he had to get right with his wife and family. If a child resulted from this affair (Jesse Jackson), he had to get right with that woman and child as well.
The video said he had confessed to his wife. No mention of a love child. So I don’t know where you are coming from.
Amen!
We are responsible for the earthly consequences we create. God is longsuffering, merciful and kind. He will forgive us our tresspasses if we confess our sins. The earthly consequences of those sins live with us as you mentioned. A strained marriage or relationship with children or friends; a child from out of wedlock or adultery...take your pick.
Very wise words Mr. Verga.