1 Samuel 8 has been a touchpoint of mine since Trump's ascension and his embrace by so many evangelical Christians. His supporters speak of God's will being done as if his victory, not to mention his survival of an assassination attempt, were signs of God's favor. Lest we forget the history of assassination as a violent means of political expression, many good leaders were struck down while some of the most atrocious in world history survived attempts on their lives. I will not state the most obvious, since it is a matter of history that anyone can research. Christians should know that God frequently "gave us over" to our desires (Psalms 81:11-12; Romans 1:24-28) meaning he yielded and lifted his hand of protection so we might experience the consequences of our actions. That, too, is an act of God's will.
1 Samuel 8:22 - The Lord answered, “Listen to them and give them a king.”
Is it not possible that we who hold to the traditional interpretation of Scripture regarding abortion, homosexuality, transgenderism, and other issues just felt that Ms. Harris would be so far afield that we could not bring ourselves to vote for her? I disdain Mr. Trump, but given the choice between him and her, I'll settle for him. You seem to only believe that repudiating Mr. Trump, no matter what the other side stood for, is worth whatever sacrifice we must make. By the way, I am a mixed race (Indigenous American and Caucasian), terminal degree holding (EdD in Higher Education Administration) and rural pastor who refused to promote a candidate either publicly or privately. I could not vote for a candidate/party that is willing to sacrifice our children on the multiple altars of the modern Baal; and I couldn't not vote, so I voted for the lesser of evils who at least have made it possible to further prevent the evils aforementioned. Though I'm sure I have not changed your mind, I thank you for the opportunity to speak my opinion.
Always glad to have a comment, even if it’s one I might not agree with. The intent of the piece was to consider what the preamble of the constitution requires of us in this moment. The conceit is that we are concerned about all citizens in the more perfect Union. I need to remain concerned about your right to hold your beliefs as I am concerned about friends (known or unknown) who are gay, trans, or who have had abortions. So given the choice between privileging traditional Christian beliefs (which many people who love Jesus are rethinking) and supporting the common good, I choose the latter.
1 Samuel 8 has been a touchpoint of mine since Trump's ascension and his embrace by so many evangelical Christians. His supporters speak of God's will being done as if his victory, not to mention his survival of an assassination attempt, were signs of God's favor. Lest we forget the history of assassination as a violent means of political expression, many good leaders were struck down while some of the most atrocious in world history survived attempts on their lives. I will not state the most obvious, since it is a matter of history that anyone can research. Christians should know that God frequently "gave us over" to our desires (Psalms 81:11-12; Romans 1:24-28) meaning he yielded and lifted his hand of protection so we might experience the consequences of our actions. That, too, is an act of God's will.
1 Samuel 8:22 - The Lord answered, “Listen to them and give them a king.”
Your biblical reference is on point! It looks like the backlash of Trumps actions will show the level of hypocrisy and misjudgment of the masses.
I appreciate your insight as I try to understand where I am as a Christian and where we are as a nation.
Thanks, Marc! Hope you’re well.
Is it not possible that we who hold to the traditional interpretation of Scripture regarding abortion, homosexuality, transgenderism, and other issues just felt that Ms. Harris would be so far afield that we could not bring ourselves to vote for her? I disdain Mr. Trump, but given the choice between him and her, I'll settle for him. You seem to only believe that repudiating Mr. Trump, no matter what the other side stood for, is worth whatever sacrifice we must make. By the way, I am a mixed race (Indigenous American and Caucasian), terminal degree holding (EdD in Higher Education Administration) and rural pastor who refused to promote a candidate either publicly or privately. I could not vote for a candidate/party that is willing to sacrifice our children on the multiple altars of the modern Baal; and I couldn't not vote, so I voted for the lesser of evils who at least have made it possible to further prevent the evils aforementioned. Though I'm sure I have not changed your mind, I thank you for the opportunity to speak my opinion.
Always glad to have a comment, even if it’s one I might not agree with. The intent of the piece was to consider what the preamble of the constitution requires of us in this moment. The conceit is that we are concerned about all citizens in the more perfect Union. I need to remain concerned about your right to hold your beliefs as I am concerned about friends (known or unknown) who are gay, trans, or who have had abortions. So given the choice between privileging traditional Christian beliefs (which many people who love Jesus are rethinking) and supporting the common good, I choose the latter.
Racism and misogyny are the defining issues in this country. The economy and immigration are just the frosting.