A Response to Leftist Criticism

Some Christians have been scrutinized for their support of President Trump. Given his sometimes-salty dialogue and demeanor, this criticism may seem appropriate, at times. However, why do many Christians, including myself, continue to usher in support of this president? Many Trump supporters have heard it: “How could you possibly be a Christian and support someone such as Donald Trump? He’s a foul-mouthed, womanizing, billionaire.”

The truth of the matter is that they are, in large part, correct. Donald Trump has a history of being those very things. Trump often makes very rude remarks about his opponents. Has been divorced more than once. He had an affair with a woman other than his wife. Sometimes, it seems as if his criticism is deserved. For a non-Christian, it would definitely seem ironic to support such a character. These people, however, forget one thing.

He Qualified the Called

God can often use the most unlikely person to complete remarkable tasks. Some of the most influential people of biblical proportions had a more-than-rough history. King David is described as “a man after God’s own heart.” In 2 Samuel 11: 2-4, he watches a woman named Bathsheba bathing from his roof. He proceeds to have relations with her, outside of wedlock.

She later informs David that she is pregnant with his child. David sends her husband, Uriah, to the front lines on a battlefield, where he dies an almost-certain death. David was guilty of lust and even murder, but God forgave him. He later wrote a large portion of the Book of Psalms.

King Solomon tried to find happiness in everything but God. He had many wives and concubines, and his love of money made him greedy. In the end, Solomon discovered his error in his love for earthly material. God forgave him, and he became one of the wisest people to ever have lived. He also authored Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. Alongside this, he constructed the first temple in Israel.

Paul, formerly Saul, persecuted and killed Christians. On the way to Damascus, he was blinded by the light of Jesus. After following the instructions given to him, he regained his sight. He then changed his name and became one of Christ’s greatest apostles. All three of these men committed horrible sins, yet they did some of God’s greatest works.

We Don’t Worship Government, We Worship God

Thus far, Donald Trump has restored a great sense of American patriotism. On top of this, he has promoted optional reading of the Bible in schools, and he is known for his statement, “In America, we don’t worship government, we worship God.” Christianity seemed to be in a decline during the Obama administration, but under Trump, it has experienced a comeback. Trump actively welcomes prayer and he received a very large evangelical vote in 2016.

Donald Trump is no Billy Graham, but he has sought a return to America’s Christian spirit. All are guilty of sin, and Trump is no different. Trump has, however, overcome much of his troubled past. Together, with God’s help, we can unite with President Trump to restore America’s moral backbone.