Right-wing evangelical “Christians” seem to be sticking by Donald Trump no matter how brutal his actions are toward others, and without a thought to his use of vulgar words. Or that he called himself “The Chosen One,” which in any actual Christian’s mind would be considered to be blasphemous. Trump’s policies are cruel, and his base seems to be fine with that.
Case in point: Trump has ripped families apart with his attacks on asylum seekers. And yet, you don’t hear anything from his “pro-life” evangelical base about that.
The social justice branch of the United Methodist Church is located near the Capitol, and they decided to change up a Bible verse in order to address Trump’s cruel policy of ripping migrant children from their parents’ arms at the border. In a reference to Matthew 25:35, the sign reads, “I was a stranger and you ripped my child from me. Wait a second…”
#KeepFamiliesTogether @TheJusticeDept pic.twitter.com/QOXkStPW9B
— Church & Society UMC (@umcjustice) June 15, 2018
Stay up-to-date with the latest news!
Subscribe and start recieving our daily emails.
The real verse says, “For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.”
Now, that sign was put on display last year, but the church has continued its efforts.
The strength of a political system depends upon the full & willing participation of its citizens. The church should continually exert a strong ethical influence upon the state, supporting policies & programs deemed to be just & opposing policies & programs that are unjust.#Vote
— Church & Society UMC (@umcjustice) November 5, 2019
Love your neighbor, welcome asylum seekers, and refugees.#LoveKnowsNoBorders #RefugeesWelcome #AsylumIsLegal #Refugees #LoveNotFear
— Church & Society UMC (@umcjustice) November 5, 2019
#MoreToMigration travelers enjoying a group lunch! pic.twitter.com/lNCLcPBKPp
— Church & Society UMC (@umcjustice) November 5, 2019
Rev. Susan Henry-Crowe spoke out against Attorney General Jeff Sessions after he announced the policy:
The Christ we follow would have no part in ripping children from their mothers’ arms or shunning those fleeing violence. It is unimaginable that faith leaders even have to say that these policies are antithetical to the teachings of Christ.”
What an amazing church. The trouble is, though, that we have to sift through the right-wing churches in order to find the ones who are just, ethical, and moral. But, at least we know they are out there fighting the good fight. Can I get an Amen?
Featured image via Political Tribune gallery
Like what you see here? Join the discussion on Facebook over at Americans For Sanity!
