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In reply to the discussion: Is empathy a sin? Some conservative Christians argue it can be [View all]summer_in_TX
(3,791 posts)They do not model themselves after Jesus, they create a false portrait of Jesus's teachings, defaming him and blaspheming, and they misuse the name for the purpose of power, money, and control. They fit the prophesy of Jesus who said: Not everyone who says to me, Lord, Lord, will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out demons and in your name perform many miracles? Then I will tell them plainly, I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers! (Matthew 7:21-23)
They may claim Christianity all they want, but by there fruits you will know them.
Are they spreading joy, peace, love, goodness, kindness, patience, gentleness, faithfulness, self-control?
Or do they (like Trump) spread joylessness / dissatisfaction, strife / discord, animosity / hatred, wickedness / corruption, intolerance / maliciousness, intractability /frustration, harshness / brutality, disloyalty / treachery, and instability / rashness?
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