'Fundamental problem': What Trump’s 'fanatical worshippers' get wrong about Christianity
Despite the fact that he is facing four criminal indictments, Donald Trump continues to be incredibly popular among far-right white fundamentalist evangelicals.
In an opinion column published by the Daily Beast on October 3, Never Trump conservative Matt Lewis lays out some reasons why "fanatical idol worship" of Trump is very un-Christian.
"After two impeachments, a Capitol riot, and four indictments," Lewis observes, "Trump retains a dominant hold over Republicans who have put their faith in 'that man.' Literally…. Trump's hold over evangelicals, who constitute a large percentage of Iowa GOP primary voters, is particularly strong."
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Lewis goes on to argue that idolatry is unbiblical, especially with someone as flawed as Trump.
"Ultimately," Lewis emphasizes, "this is the fundamental problem with Christian nationalists: They are more focused on political power than they are on eternal things — a big one to get wrong, if you ask me…. 'Watch out for false prophets,' the good book warns. 'They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly, they are ferocious wolves.' Some wear suits and red neckties, too."
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Matt Lewis' full Daily Beast column is available at this link (subscription required).
