A response to Kelly Scoles’ letter.
Hi Kelly,
As I have too often mentioned, I’m a realist, not an optimist, or pessimist. I try to see things as they are. I believe getting an accurate view of things is greatly enhanced by eliminating emotions. Of course, my citation last week including spitting out “lukewarm” faith is divine scripture, not a political statement, which for Christians demands absolute obedience. The key to understanding that is faith. And, no, I will not wander into a religious discussion, except to certify part of your remark “We are lost if we fail to employ constitutional remedies to remove him [Trump] after midterm elections.” I believe we are certainly lost if we fail to acknowledge Jesus Christ as true God and true man, our King and Redemer.
Now I know how this Truth will upset you because you reject the Truth. But the gift of free will, in democratic countries, among Christians, obliges me to speak out, and invites you to respond.
We have an eternity to experience the four last things. Different choices deliver distinctly different consequences. “Many disciples turned away and stopped walking with Him. Jesus said to the twelve disciples, “Will you also leave Me?” Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” John 6:68.
President Donald Trump is hated by many, for some good reasons, others trivial. Strong leaders like Generals U.S. Grant and George S. Patton failed in similar ways, others could quickly be identified, like Douglas MacArthur. I find Trump’s treatment of Ukraine particularly outrageous; I also find his willingness to take action, when necessary, essential to America’s defense.