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Lesson 4: Christians Gave Us Trump

Lesson 4: Christians Gave Us Trump

Like so many others, I have been concerned with the lying in the election campaign, but perhaps even more so with the terrible exaggeration used to justify the lies. Claiming this is the most important election in American history—or even world history—is incredibly self-centered and far from reality. Claiming one administration is good and that […]

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Lesson 3: Christian Political Principles

Lesson 3: Christian Political Principles

A traditional Lutheran response might think my contrast between Jesus’ teachings and the way Donald Trump presents himself at his rallies and on social media is unfair. It would see comparing religious and political programs somewhat like comparing apples and oranges. The Church proclaims the Gospel, and the government provides order. Jesus’ teachings were not […]

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Lesson 2:  Christian Characteristics and the Election

Lesson 2: Christian Characteristics and the Election

I was surprised at the response to last week’s lesson. I don’t think I ever had so many people write or speak to me about what I posted. Quite frankly, I expected dead silence. Obviously, many share my concerns about the presidential election. Let me reiterate what prompted me. Believe it or not, I think […]

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