My first thought after hearing Trump was trying to twist Pope Leo's Easter message - which called for laying down of weapons - into support for Iran and nuclear weapons (see Pope Leo's actual message below), what immediately popped in my head was the verse "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall see God" - and then Pope Leo quoted that verse himself, this morning.
Now - having said that, do I think either Trump OR the Pope has been "ordained by God?"
No, I do not - sorry - I think they're human-chosen and both internal and external politics are always involved, for better or worse.
However, though not Catholic I do revere the Pope as a man who at least tries, every day, to live by the words of Christ by his interpretation and as he sees fit as his actual job - whereas Trump does not.
Trump does what Trump does for Trump's own glory - period.
Also, Trump fans the flames of human fear, greed, and selfishness to manipulate his followers into voting for him and doing his bidding - which is something Christ would never condone.
Now, I've been struggling in my faith for some time now, like never before, so I make no claims about what's Christian and what isn't based on church doctrine, I'm not qualified. I also do not have the insight or authority to judge anyone's actual soul.
However, Jesus said we could judge them by the fruits of their labor - and Trump's fruits stink to high heaven.
Also, Jesus said that his true sheep will always recognize the Good Shepherd, their master's true voice, and be led by it.
On that note, let's compare Easter Sunday messages - which one sounds more like the Good Shepherd that is Christ?
Trump on Easter Sunday ...
... asking people to lay down their weapons and choose peace over the desire to dominate.
This should be an easy choice, self-proclaimed Christians!
But if you still can't tell, then perhaps it's time to take off your golden-calf Trump idolatry glasses first, as well as removing your political earplugs - so you can see and hear better?
And Pope Leo is "soft and crime" and "too liberal?"
Yeah?
I hate to break it to you, there, Noisy Trumpet - but so was Jesus š
We're talking about the same Jesus who healed the ear of the man who arrested him after Peter cut it off with his sword, and then uttered "Those who live by the sword will die by it."
Still can't tell?
What about THIS?
Trump then posted this picture of himself as Jesus healing the sick, which he has in no way ever done, has no intention of doing, and will never do?
Hmm, that's concerning about who and what you're actually worshipping then, because that's dang near blasphemous.
Though I've been struggling in my faith, that one literally made me sick at my stomach.
I wonder where J.D. Vance stands on this, as he is devout Catholic?
Or Trump's wife, Melania?
Pope Leo has responded that he does not fear Trump or his administration.
Regardless, though not Catholic, I'm Team Leo on this one ... "Go Pope Leo!" š
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