Ramesh C. Reddy
Publisher
Have any of you been ridiculed for your religious beliefs?
I know that I have been!
Have any of you been persecuted for your religious beliefs?
I know that I have been!
Ridicule and persecution can come in different ways. For some, it
could be losing their job, losing their lives, losing their
reputations, etc. It is not a fun feeling to be at the receiving end
but we should never, ever give in to people or the government who
want to trample your religious rights.
As a follower of Christ, I never let peoples' ridicule,
ostracization, or even publications against me to stop me. On the
contrary, if I held to a belief that was biblical, I would stand on
that belief without giving into anyone. It did not matter to me
whether they were professors, students, journalists, managers, etc.
To be accepted by others, I never sacrificed my love for the Lord
Jesus. My love for Jesus had to be paramount.
Did it make life easy for me?
Not necessarily, but I wanted to share my views from an Evangelical
Biblical perspective where following the Word of God and Jesus
Christ was paramount. With that in mind, I wanted people to know
about Jesus and the Bible, about law and morality, so I took action
in my classes and in my writings.
The experiences I share with you are mostly from when I was a
student.
One day I met a former instructor of
mine who told me something to the effect that these days no one
participated in class like I did. The class had to do with law &
morality. Whether it was concerning abortion, homosexuality, etc, I
always spoke
up against abortion, homosexuality, etc defending morality even if I
was the only student speaking against them because I wanted to take
a stand. My stand was based on Biblical principles. These days we
are so afraid of 'what other people would say or think of us', 'are
we politically correct' etc, even if we are speaking the Truth from Scripture in love. That is
not taking a stand. Let us be BC (Biblically Correct) than PC
(Politically Correct).
In Philosophy class, I was asked to write a paper,
"If you could be invisible and no one could see
what you do, how would you live your life?"
I got a C on the paper because I used the Bible as my source of
morality to state invisible or visible would not change my way of
living because God still watches everything I do and I am
responsible to Him.
"For God is closely watching you, and he weighs carefully everything
you do." (Proverbs 5:21, TLB)
In poetry class, I wrote poems called 'Bible Academy I', 'Bible
Academy II: Armour of God', and 'Bible Academy III: Fruit of
the Spirit'
For the Pitt News, I wrote Evangelical
columns against homosexuality and different issues from a biblical
perspective while exhibiting the love of Christ. My column on
homosexuality was titled, "With love homosexuality can be cured!".
It broke the number of letters to the editor and because of my
Evangelical columns, I was told that I was the most hated person on
campus. Showing the love of Christ through my writings made many
still hate me because I was giving them the Word of God and ways for
Biblical living that they felt were outdated. So, anti-Ramesh
columns were printed in the Pitt News where eventually a moratorium
was put on anti-Ramesh columns. It did not stop me from sharing
Evangelical columns. It all came to an end when a letter to the
editor ostracized the Pitt News for publishing my Evangelical
columns stating, 'If he wants to publish Evangelical columns, let
him write for a Christian newspaper'. The
Pittsburgh Standard came and asked me to join their staff.
Later, I was able to get the rights to the paper to run it online
from a Biblical perspective.
When I went to football games and it was broadcast on ABC, my sign
would be 'All Believe Christ'; if it was broadcast on CBS, my sign
would be 'Christ Brings Salvation'; if it was broadcast on NBC, my
sign would be 'Now Believe Christ'.
For
one game, I even wore a T-shirt with a poem I wrote that stated,
Ramesh is my name
Serving the Lord is my game
Christ did not come for fame
But to save you and me from the flame
So
give Him a start
By giving Him your heart
So Satan's fiery arrows you can dart
And Jesus can do His part.
I was definitely ridiculed and made fun of!
What I have gone through in those days is nothing compared to what
religious people have gone through during the Obama-Biden
administration. There was a terrible assault on their religious
liberties and freedom.
So even though, I despised Trump's attitude, I knew he would be a
tranformational leader that put policies to protect the unborn and
religious liberties. With my nose closed, I voted for Trump in 2016
as the lesser of two evils.
When Trump became the 45th president of the United States he did not
disappoint! 'Religious rights reassured; religious rights restored'
became the hallmark of his administration.
The persecutions Christians faced because of the Obama-Biden
administration throughout the USA and the killings they faced
throughout the world from ISIS, etc changed with the Trump
administration. Trump administration cared more for religious
liberty and freedom than any administration other than the Reagan
administration, I can think of.
Do we want to move forward with religious liberty or backward with
religious liberty?
Electing Trump-Pence will take us
forward with religious liberty and freedom while electing
Biden-Harris will take us backward. I
kid you not! You have to look no further than the Democratic
National Convention where they rarely wanted to even use the word
'God'. They eliminated God from the 'Pledge of the Allegiance' too.
Is it a Biden-Harris ticket you want just because you hate Trump's
personality?
I hope not! The previous two articles will share on personality and
promises in the side bar!
If Biden did not stop the persecution of Christians by ISIS which
included horrible deaths, during the Obama administration, what
makes you think he will stop things now?
If Biden took money from China, what makes you think he will be hard
on China?
The Trump administration has already shown what they have done to
restore religious liberty and freedom throughout the world since
2016.
When I see the accomplishments, my prayer is more and more people
would vote for the Trump-Pence ticket now through Tues, Nov 03,
2020.
The Family Research Council researched
all the Trump administrations accomplishments at FRCAction.org from
which I will focus on religious liberty and religious freedom for
USA and people of the world.
"On April 7, [2017], President Trump's nominee Neil Gorsuch was
confirmed to the Supreme Court. Justice Gorsuch has already
developed a reputation as an originalist who will rule the right way
on religious issues."
"On May 04, [2017], President Trump signed an Executive Order
Promoting Free Speech and Religious Liberty (known as the "Religious
Liberty Executive Order"), broadly setting forth religious liberty
as a policy priority of the administration, and requiring all
federal agencies to take action to protect it. The order also more
specifically addressed conscience protections, forthcoming guidance
from the DOJ, and religious liberty in the context of free speech."
"On September 07, [2017], DOJ filed an amicus brief with the Supreme
Court defending the religious freedom rights of baker Jack Phillips
in Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission. This
filing is representative of other actions defending religious
freedom taking place throughout the Trump administration DOJ."
"On October 06, [2017], DOJ issued guidance and an implementing memo
(as instructed by the Religious Liberty Executive Order) to all
federal agencies explaining religious freedom law and how religious
liberty must be protected. This guidance laid out a broad defense of
religious liberty based on multiple statues and provided each
federal agency with guidelines for protecting religious liberty."
"On October 06, [2017], the Department of Health and Human Services
(HHS) proposed two regulations to deal with the Obamacare "HHS
contraceptive mandate" that for years violated conscience and
religious liberty. These new regulations excempt organizations that
have moral or religious objections to purchasing insurance that
includes coverage of contraceptives and abortion -causing drugs and
devices." (EF19L01.pdf from Family Research Council)
"On January 16, [2018], DOJ filed an amicus brief with the District
Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia on behalf of the
Archdiocese of Washington, D.C. The Archdiocese had wanted to
promote a religious message during the Christmas holiday but, had
been denied advertising space within the District's public transit
system."
"On January 18, [2018], DOJ filed an amicus brief with the Supreme
Court in Espinoza v. Montana Department of Revenue defending the
First Amendment rights of parents and students who attend a
religious school, to participate in a private school scholarship
program."
"On January 18, [2018], HHS announced a new Conscience and Religious
Freedom Division within its Office of Civil Rights (OCR). This new
division was established to enforce federal laws that protect
conscience rights and religious freedom."
"On January 24, [2018], Sam Brownback was confirmed as U.S.
Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom. In choosing
Brownback for this role, President Trump demonstrated the
administration's commitment to religious freedom by choosing someone
with gravitas and experience on the issue."
"On April 26, [2018], Mike Pompeo was confirmed as Secretary of
State. In choosing Pompeo for this position, President Trump chose
someone who cares deeply about religious liberty and will make it a
priority to see the issue advanced through this administration."
"On April 30, [2018], during a press conference with Nigeria's
president, President Trump raised the issue of religious freedom and
the killing of Christians in that country - bringing attention to an
issue that had largely been rejected by other government officials."
"On June 13, [2018], DOJ announced the Place to Worship initiative,
designed to increase enforcement and public awareness of the
Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUPIA). This
federal law protects places of worship and other religious uses of
property. Through this initiative, federal prosecutors will receive
training about legal protections for houses of worship."
"On July 24-26, [2018], the State Department held the first-ever
Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom. Political and civil
society leaders from around the world gathered in Washington, D.C.
for a three-day summit to discuss religious freedom issues and
solutions. The Potamac Declaration, issued at the Ministerial, made
a strong statement about the state of religious freedom around the
globe and provided a plan of action for promoting global religious
freedom. The U.S. also announced the International Religious Freedom
Fund (to provide emergency assistance to victims of religiously
motivated discrimination and abuse around the world) and the
Genocide Recovery and Persecution Response Initiative (which has
provided nearly $373 million to help persecuted ethnic and
religious minorities in northern Iraq restore their communities).
The U.S. was among 25 countries who signed a statement condemning
terrorism and the abuse of religious believers by non-state actors."
"On July 30, [2018], DOJ announced a Religious Liberty Task Force to
fully implement religious liberty guidance and policy across all
components of the DOJ."
"On August 01, [2018], the Trump administration relied on Executive
Order 13818 (which builds on Global Magnitskly Act authority) to
sanction two Turkish officials over the detention of American pastor
Andrew Brunson due to his Christian faith. This Executive Order
ultimately resulted in Pastor Brunson's releases."
"On November 07, [2018], HHS finalized its two regulations to
protect conscience and religious liberty from long-running problems
with the Obamacare "HHS contraceptive mandate." These two final
regulations exempt organizations with either a moral or religious
objection to purchasing insurance with coverage of contraceptives
and abortion-causing drugs and devices."
"On December 26, [2018], DOJ filed an amicus brief with the Supreme
Court defending a publicly-displayed cross-shaped veteran's memorial
that had been challenged as a violation of the Establishment Clause.
This position is representative of the Trump administation's
orginalist approach to the Constitution concerning First Amendment
rights and other issues. Such an approach results in legal analysis
that interprets the law rather than injecting policy preferences
into it."
"On January 18, [2019], HHS notified
California that its law requiring pregnancy resource centers to post
notices about how to obtain an abortion violated the pro-life Weldon
and Coates-Snowe Amendments. This marks the first time that the
Conscience and Religious Freedom Division at HHS found a state in
violation of these laws. This demonstrates the administration's
commitment to enforcing conscience protections and its pro-life
priorities." (EF19L01.pdf from Family Research Council)
"On March 08, [2019], U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International
Religious Freedom Sam Brownback criticized China's poor religious
freedom record in a speech he delivered in Hong Kong."
"On May 02, [2019], HHS announced a final rule to expand the
structure in which federal conscience laws are enforced. In 2011,
President Obama issued a rule that enforced only three federal
conscience provisions. The new regulation under President Trump
covers 25 exisiting statues, which will be enforced by the new
Conscience and Religious Freedom Division, part of the HHS OCR."
"On July 16-18, [2019], the State Department held the second
Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom. Secretary of State Mike
Pompeo announced a new global initiative, the International
Religious Freedom Alliance, meant to provide a way for like-minded
countries to work together to advance religious freedom. FCC
Chairman Ajit Pai gave a compelling speech condemning the use of
technology to track and control the lives of religious minorities.
The United States was among 14 signatory countries on a statement of
concern about technology and religious freedom. The U.S. was also
one of 34 countries that signed a statement of concern on
counterterrorism as a pretext for the repression of religious
freedom; one of 27 countries that signed a statement condemning
blasphemy, apostasy, or other laws taht restrict religious freedom;
and was one of 46 countries that signed a statement that called upon
government officials to condemn attacks on places of worship and to
work with religious communities to protect these places. At this
event, the State Department and USAID also announced new religious
freedom training programs for foreign service officers."
"On July 16, [2019], the State Department placed targeted sanctions
on Burmese military officials for their human rights and religious
freedom violations committed against the Rohingya Muslim
population."
"In August 2019, DOJ filed amicus briefs with the Supreme Court in
two important religious liberty cases. R.G & G.R. Harris Funeral
Homes, Inc. v. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and
Bostock v. Clayton County/Altitude Express, Inc. v. Zarda. Through
these filings, DOJ advanced a biologically binary definition of sex
and those who operate accordingly, whether because of science or
religious belief."
"On August 15, [2019], the Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a new
regulation that would clarify the scope and application of religious
exemptions for federal contractors. Under the Obama administration,
the scope of religious exemption at the DOL was severely narrowed.
The current DOL relied on the history of our nation's preservation
of religious liberty, the First Amendment and Supreme Court
decisions to re-invigorate the exemption to its historical and
constitutional parameters."
"On August 28, [2019], the HHS OCR issued a notice of violation to
the University of Vermont Medical Center for forcing a nurse to
participate in an abortion despite a conscience objection. This
marks the third time that the HHS Religious Freedom Division under
President Trump has investigated a conscience complaint related to
participating in or promoting abortion."
"On September 10, [2019], the State Department placed targeted
sanctions on Russian officials for their religious freedom
violations and torture of Jehovah's Witnesses."
"On September 23, [2019], President Trump hosted a meeting during
the U.N. General Assembly and have a speech solely on the topic of
religious freedom. During the speech, he announced a U.S. policy
initiative to protect places of worship, pledging an additional $25
million in funding to protect religious sites and relics. President
Trump also announced the U.S. would form a coaltion within the
business community to protect religious freedom. This is the first
time a U.S president has hosted a meeting focused solely on
religious freedom at the UN."
"On September 24, [2019], President Trump discussed the need to
protect religious freedom during his UN General Assembly speech, in
which he also discussed China and Iran - two major violaters of
religious freedom."
"On October 07, [2019], the Department of Commerce blacklisted 28
Chinese companies whose surveillance technology products are used to
systematically oppress and control - and violate the religious
freedom - of Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang, China."
"On October 11, [2019], Attorney General Barr delivered a striking
defense of religious liberty at Notre Dame Law School. He noted,
"[t]he imperative of protecting religious freedom was not just a nod
in the direction of piety. It reflects the Framers belief that
religion was indispensable to sustaining our free system of
government." The Attorney General proceeded to remind the audience
that religion gives us the "right rules to live by." Barr
highlighted the recent attacks on religious liberty, and that the
DOJ under his leadership has been fighting back and protecting
religious liberty."
"On November 19, [2019], HHS isssued a rule removing burdensome
requirements that all grantees, including those that are
faith-based, must accept same-sex marriages and profess gender
identity as valid in order to be eligible to participate in grant
programs. This included the adoption and foster care space, where
these requirements had been used to shut down faith-based providers
of foster care and adoption."
"On November 27, [2019], President Trump signed the Hong Kong Human
Rights and Democracy Act into law, which affirms Hong Kong's
semi-autonomous status and protects against Chinese government
encroachment, which is a threat to Hong Kong's religious freedom."
"On December 19, [2019], the Treasury Department sanctioned two
Iranian judges responsible for human rights violations. One of the
judges was known to violate the rights of Iran's Christian and
Baha'i religious minority communities."
"On January 16, [2020], the Departments of Education and Justice
issued guidance on constitutionally protected prayer and religious
expression in public elementary and secondary schools. This guidance
ensures that prayer in schools in properly protected and not
unconstitutionally prohibited or curtailed."
"On January 16, [2020], the White House Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) sent a memo to the heads of executive departments and
agencies providing guidance on Executive Order (EO) 13798 "Promoting
Free Speech and Religious Liberty." In order to protect the ability
of religious organizations to operate in the public square, this
memo required the agencies to review the EO and publish policies on
how they comply."
"On January 17, [2020], nine federal agencies (the Departments of
Agriculture, Education, Homeland Security, Veterans Affairs,
Justice, Labor, Health and Human Services, and Housing and Urban
Development along with the U.S. Agency for International
Development) proposed rules leveling the playing field for
faith-based organizations wishing to participate in grant programs
or become a contractor. The rules eliminated two requirements placed
on faith-based organizations that were not placed on secular
organizations."
"On January 24, [2020], President Trump
became the first sitting president to give remarks in person at the
annual March for Life in Washington, D.C. In his address he stated
the eternal truth that every child is a sacred gift from God and
reiterated his effort to defend the dignity and sanctity of every
human life." (EF19L01.pdf from Family Research Council)
"Also on January 24, HHS Secretary Alex Azar announced live at
Family Research Council's ProLifeCon event that HHS issued a notice
of violation of California for violating the federal Weldon
Amendment by mandating all health insurers provide coverage for
abortion. California's abortion coverage mandate has deprived over
28,000 residents of plans that do not cover abortion. This marks the
second time that HHS has issued a notice of violation to California
for violating federal conscience laws and is the fourth enforcement
action taken by the HHS OCR's Conscience and Religious Freedom
Division."
"In February [2020], the Trump administration filled the role of
Special Adviser to the President on International Religious Freedom
within the National Security Council. This role was authorized by
the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998, but has remained
unfilled for over 20 years since that law's enactment. President
Trump is the first president to dedicate a full-time staffer to this
role and fill it on a permanent basis."
"On February 05, [2020], Secretary of State Mike Pompeo launched the
International Religious Freedom Alliance. The Alliance will unite
government leaders from like-minded nations to strategize ways to
promote religious freedom and protect religious minorities around
the world."
"On April 02, [2020], U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International
Religious Freedom Sam Brownback held a special briefing. He called
upon China, North Korea, Iran, and Russia to release their prisoners
of conscience in light of the contagious coronavirus. Many of these
prisoners were imprisoned for their religious faith."
"On April 03, [2020], the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued
a FAQ document confirming that churches and religious nonprofits are
eligible for assistance like the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
in the coronavirus relief legislation knowns as the CARES Act. These
clarifying protections ensure organizations would not be
discriminated against based on their religious affiliation and would
not have to give up their religious freedom in order to participate
in these programs."
"On April 14, [2020], DOJ filed a statement of interest protecting
the religious liberty of church-goers in Greenville, Mississippi.
During the coronavirus pandemic, the city of Greenville banned all
religious services, even those that were able to abide by social
distancing standards with drive-in-church services."
"On April 17, [2020], the Department of Homeland Security included
"clergy for essential support" in its list of personnel and entities
deemed "essential" for purposes of responding to the coronovirus.
This designation allows clergy and pastors more freedom to continue
to operate and serve those around them in need at this time."
"On April 27, [2020], Attorney General William Barr directed federal
prosecutors to monitor and, if necessary, take action to correct
state and local policies that discriminate against religious
institutions and believers while battling the coronavirus pandemic."
"On May 03, [2020], DOJ filed a statement of interest supporting the
religious freedom of Lighthouse Fellowship Church in Chincoteague
Island, Virginia. After the church held a 16-person worship service
on Palm Sunday (following strict social distancing protocols), a
criminal citation and summons were issued against the pastor
pursuant to Governor Ralph Northam's executive order which banned
in-person religious services but allowed large gatherings for
businesses like liquor stores and dry cleaners."
"As of May 12, [2020], the Trump administration has overseen the
confirmation of 193 federal judges, including two Supreme Court
justices and 51 federal appeals court judges. Counting seven other
judicial confirmations for roles outside the federal court system,
President Trump has confirmed 200 judges so far during his time in
office. An overwhelming number of President Trump's judicial
nominees have been constitutional originalists, who will interpret
the law as written, rather than interpret it according to their
personal policy preferences. As judges, these nominees will rule
correctly on religious liberty and pro-life issues."
"On May 15, [2020], the DOL issued guidance implementing the
administration's Religious Liberty Executive Order and the DOJ
religious liberty guidance. The DOL guidance also cited to the OMB
memo from earlier this year which directed all grant-administering
agencies to detail how they will protect religious liberty in the
context of such grants, and included specific actions steps to
ensure that religious liberty is protected."
"On June 02, [2020], President Trump signed an Executive Order on
Advancing International Religious Freedom, which recognized the
promotion of international religious freedom as a moral and national
security imperative for the United States."
"On June 30, [2020], the White House released a statement praising
the Supreme Court ruling on Espinoza v. Montana Department of
Revenue. This ruling is a victory for religious freedom, ensuring
that religious schools are not discriminated against in state
voucher programs."
"On July 08, [2020], HHS Secretary Alex Azar issued a statement
celebrating the Supreme Court ruling in Little Sisters of the Poor
v. Pennsylvania. The ruling upheld the Trump administration's
expansion of religious freedom protections under the Affordable Care
Act's contraception mandate."
"On July 09, [2020], the Treasury Department sanctioned four current
or former Chinese government officials and one Chinese government
entity for their abuses against Uyghur Muslim minority in China."
"On July 21, [2020], OCR resolved a religious discrimination
complaint against the Prince George's Hospital Center of the
University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS). Because of COVID-19
restrictions, the hospital denied a patient's request to have a
Catholic priest visit the hospital to provide spiritual care. OCR
worked with the hospital system to revise their visitor's policy to
allow religious visitations during pandemic."
"On July 31, [2020], the Treasury Department sanctioned a Chinese
paramilitary organization in connection to their human rights abuses
against Uyghur Muslims in China."
"On September 08, [2020], DOJ filed an amicus brief with the Supreme
Court of Indiana in support of the Catholic Archdiocese of
Indianapolis' right protected by the First Amendment to "decide for
itself who should personify its beliefs, inculcate its teachings,
and instruct students at religious high scholls affiliated with the
Archdiocese."
"On September 09, [2020], the Department of Education published a
final rule on "Improving Free Inquiry, Transparency, and
Accountability at Colleges and Universities." This rule makes clear
that First Amendment rights are to be upheld on campuses. It
provides colleges and universities controlled by religious
organizations with guidance on how to protect religious freedom in
the context of Title IX. The rule also levels the playing field for
religious groups on campuses and upholds their right to assemble and
free speech."
"On September 14, [2020], U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
issued five withold release orders on a number of Chinese companies
in order to prevent products known to be made through forced labor
by Uyghur Muslims from entering the U.S."
"On September 22, [2020], President Trump
addressed the 75th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
In his speech, the president highlighted his administration's
commitment to advancing religious liberty, protecting unborn
children, and combating human trafficking." (EF19L01.pdf from Family Research Council)
"On September 26, [2020], President Trump nominated constitutional
originalist Judge Amy Coney Barrett to fill the late Justice Ruth
Bader Ginsberg's vacant seat on the Supreme Court."
"On September 30, [2020], Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spoke in
Rome, Italy, at a Symposium with the Holy See on advancing and
defending religious freedom through diplomacy."
"On October 02, [2020], DOJ filed a statement of interest in federal
court supporting Capitol Hill Baptist Church's lawsuit against DC
Mayor Muriel Bowser "arguing the Constitution and federal law
require the District of Columbia to accomodate Capitol Hill Baptist
Church's effort to hold worship services outdoors, at least to the
same extent the District of Columbia allows other forms of outdoor
First Amendment activity, such as peaceful protests."
"On October 20, [2020], HHS OCR resolved two religious
discrimination complaints involving hospital policies that
restricted clergy access to patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The first involved a Maryland hospital's policy that denied a new
mother's request to have her son baptized because she had tested
positive for COVID-19. The other case involved a Virginia hospital's
policy that prohibited a Catholic priest from administering last
rites to a COVID-19 positive patient who was in an end of life
situation. Both policies have been updated to ensure that religious
freedom is not diminished at the expense of public health policies."
When I have read everything the Trump administration has done for
religious liberty and freedom, I am just awestruck and reminded of
King Cyrus from the Bible. King Cyrus
did so much for the Jews. President Trump
has done so much for religious freedom. Just as the Lord Jesus used
King Cyrus to help the Jews, I believe the Lord Jesus is using Trump
to help with religious liberty and freedom in the USA and across the
world.
Isn't that exciting?
You can continue the religious liberties and freedoms of Americans
and people all over the world by voting for President Trump this
Tues, Nov 03, 2020. President Trump did what even Obama-Biden
administration could not do, that is weakening and almost erasing
ISIS.
Don't let everything that has been accomplished erased by a
Biden-Harris ticket. You can stop that! Yes, you can! Let your vote
count if you have not voted yet.
Don't waste your
vote and sit out this election as some who resist
Trump want you to do.
Trump and his administration have been
the most advocate for religious liberties and freedom!
In a 4 days, I don't know if the Lord will be pleased to give
Trump another 4 years or will remove
him from power. I pray the Lord will keep him in power only if it is
His will.
"For promotion and power come from nowhere on earth, but only from
God. He promotes one and deposes another." (Psalm 75:6-7, TLB)
What does it mean for Trump this election of 2020?
That is up to the Lord! If the Lord wants him to win, he will win.
If the Lord wants him to lose, he will lose. Whatever the outcome,
He allows it for His purposes. I hope it would please the Lord to
allow him to win because of many of his polices especially regarding
the unborn and religious freedom, but that is up to the Lord.
The Lord uses His people to accomplish His means. He wants us to do our part and leave the the results in the
Lord's hands.
Will you join me in voting for Trump to protect religious liberties
and religious freedom?
It is important to remember that voting for
Trump does not mean you approve of his personality but you
stand with those that are for religious liberty and freedom.
What do I say to those that say that Trump is a con-artist who is
duping the Evangelical community to get their votes as a wolf in
sheep's clothing?
Actions speak louder than words for me. I see what
Trump has done for religious liberty
and freedom and so
have you in this article.
Even if Trump has been doing everything
for his selfish gain including pleasing the Evangelical community
with his policies, I am reminded of the Scripture passage that talks
about the Gospel going out.
"Some, of course, are preaching the Good News because they are
jealous of the way God has used me. They want reputations as
fearless preachers! And some preach to make me jealous,
thinking that their success will add to my sorrows here in jail! But
whatever their motive for doing it, the fact remains that the Good
News about Christ is being preached, and I am glad." (Philippians
1:15, 17-18, TLB)
In the same way, whatever people say Trump's
motives are, the fact of the matter is that
Trump has been the most vocal protector
of religious liberty and religious freedom for Evangelical
Christians, Muslims, etc here in America and all over the world.
In closing, I want to say, "Unless the Lord
builds the house, our toiling is in vain!" (Psalm 127:1, TLB)
Trump will only win if the Lord allows him to win! Let us pray for
Trump, doing our part and vote for him leaving the results in the
Lord's precious hands!
Reddy's Right Rhetoric takes you into the
world of religious liberties and religious freedom where religious
rights reassured became religious rights restored!
Source:
http://www.FRCaction.org