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Is Donald Trump our modern day, Gideon?
The Bible ^ | 8/20/2015 | Nikos 1121

Posted on 08/20/2015 1:37:45 AM PDT by nikos1121

There are many stories out there about Gideon. The similarity to Trump is intriguing. Like Trump, he was not born into politics, but chosen. I'm sure Trump agonized over the decision to run for president. I'm sure too, that he felt called to do this. There are too many things going on, that make me think that he is the one, to lead us from the nightmare of the past six years, and what threatens to follow.

We are on the verge of giving Iran nuclear weapons. We have a president who tosses aside our security now and for ever.

I suggest googling "Gideon" and read the story. I excerpt just one here.

Gideon was the fifth judge over Israel in the book of Judges. He is introduced in chapter 6 of the book while he was collecting wheat and hiding it from the enemy. An angel came to him and asked him to take on the task of overthrowing the Midianites.

(Excerpt) Read more at whatchristianswanttoknow.com ...


TOPICS: Chit/Chat; History; Local News; Religion
KEYWORDS: cultofpersonality; gideon; shouldbinrelgion4m; trump
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To: CatherineofAragon

At least his past is an open book. We don’t know what skeletons are in the closets of others.


61 posted on 08/20/2015 6:47:37 AM PDT by Catsrus (The Great Wall of Trump - coming to a southern border near you.)
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To: Catsrus

Trump admitted he’s never asked God for forgiveness, therefore he can’t be a Christian. This is not rocket science...


62 posted on 08/20/2015 6:52:31 AM PDT by Boogieman
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To: CatherineofAragon

He was also on the WWE and close-lined Vince. So what? Makes him a real person in my eyes not another McConnell or Boehner. Honestly how are those 2 working out for “US”?


63 posted on 08/20/2015 6:52:36 AM PDT by Harpotoo
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To: nickcarraway
Trump is the farthest left of all 17 candidates, but he has started a cult. We saw this happen in 2008 with Obama. and now we have Obama II with Trump. The similarities are eerie. And just like in 2008, Obama supporters were furious if anyone told the truth about Obama and demanded that he be elected totally unvetted. That's exactly what the Trump supporters say now. The are so angry if anyone tells the truth. So, you can get mad at the conservatives on this site but maybe you should be mad at yourself for being a sheep.

Trump says the things we want to hear...On every issue Trump says 'American people and America First'...But Trump may be lying through his teeth...

The rest of the candidates outright support the things we don't want...They are the status quo...They are anti-American sovereignty, pro globalist one worlders...Every one of them is bought by the vastly wealthy who have no interest beyond the money they can make if they get the right candidate in office... Yet we shoud pick one of those to support since they are more conservative???

I have to wonder, what does conservative mean to you???

64 posted on 08/20/2015 6:55:43 AM PDT by Iscool
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To: Boogieman

I never said he was a Christian. However, I, nor you, have any way of knowing whether he has asked God’s forgiveness for anything. To admit that on national tv - the next question is: For what? See how that works?


65 posted on 08/20/2015 6:57:34 AM PDT by Catsrus (The Great Wall of Trump - coming to a southern border near you.)
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To: Boogieman

“Pff, it’s not unchristian to note that someone who admits never asking God for forgiveness cannot possibly be a christian. It’s just common sense.”

Every party has its pooper that’s why we invited you.....


66 posted on 08/20/2015 6:58:48 AM PDT by flaglady47 (TRUMP ROCKS!)
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To: nikos1121

Did Gideon often take two positions on every issue?


67 posted on 08/20/2015 6:59:01 AM PDT by gdani (No sacred cows)
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To: Harpotoo

Yeah, I knew that would be the response from Trump fans...”so what?”

The country is circling the drain, and you guys think a sleazy reality show celebrity can bring it back from the brink. Forget all that stuff about decent moral leaders, right?


68 posted on 08/20/2015 6:59:34 AM PDT by CatherineofAragon (("This is a Laztatorship. You don't like it, get a day's rations and get out of this office."))
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To: nickcarraway
So, why do you support http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/3286179/postsa candidate who sides with the Islamic zealots? TRUMP: ‘PAMELA GELLER IS JUST TAUNTING THEM’

You're not being very honest...That's no way to convince anyone that you are right about Trump...

Trump's position is to wipe out Isis with massive force...Trump is anti Izlam...Trump is an unapologetic supporter of Israel...

Trump's position with Geller is that it's not wise to poke the tiger in the eye cause you will get bit...

69 posted on 08/20/2015 7:00:09 AM PDT by Iscool
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To: Catsrus
"At least his past is an open book. We don’t know what skeletons are in the closets of others."

LOL, okay. "Hey, this guy over here seems to be a Christian, but he MIGHT be a sleazebag, so let's go for the known sleazebag."

You guys can really twist yourself into pretzels to justify supporting Trump.

70 posted on 08/20/2015 7:02:23 AM PDT by CatherineofAragon (("This is a Laztatorship. You don't like it, get a day's rations and get out of this office."))
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To: CatherineofAragon

Every party has its pooper that’s why we invited you.....


71 posted on 08/20/2015 7:05:42 AM PDT by flaglady47 (TRUMP ROCKS!)
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To: CatherineofAragon

If I had my druthers it would be Cruz Carson, Cruz Walker! But yes Trump is just fine if he is not Lying about his stands on the issues. So far his stands are resonating across the Dem (though they won’t admit it publicly) Rep divide. Did obama get any Rep votes? I don’t think so.


72 posted on 08/20/2015 7:05:45 AM PDT by Harpotoo
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To: CatherineofAragon

Whatever. You support whoever you want, and the rest of us will do the same.


73 posted on 08/20/2015 7:06:01 AM PDT by Catsrus (The Great Wall of Trump - coming to a southern border near you.)
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To: flaglady47

I know, it’s mean of me to intrude on a Trump worship service with facts, isn’t it?


74 posted on 08/20/2015 7:09:51 AM PDT by CatherineofAragon (("This is a Laztatorship. You don't like it, get a day's rations and get out of this office."))
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To: Harpotoo

If Trump is not lying about his stands? I find it hard to believe anyone could trust such a BS artist. He’s flip-flopped and changed parties so many times it’s hard to keep track.

Over the weekend Trump told Chuck Todd he has always hated abortion. But a few years ago, he told Howard Stern he’s pro-life “if people ask”, but it was never a big issue with him.

He also told Stern he was against gay marriage, but that didn’t mean he couldn’t change his mind.

And did we ever get the blockbuster results on Obama’s birth certificate-—the ones Trump promised he was going to release any minute?


75 posted on 08/20/2015 7:13:56 AM PDT by CatherineofAragon (("This is a Laztatorship. You don't like it, get a day's rations and get out of this office."))
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To: Catsrus

Sure. Enjoy supporting a liberal. That should work out great.


76 posted on 08/20/2015 7:14:30 AM PDT by CatherineofAragon (("This is a Laztatorship. You don't like it, get a day's rations and get out of this office."))
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To: CatherineofAragon

Truth is - most of the candidates have some liberal views, whether you want to believe it or not. SO, what’s your point? Trying to get me to support who you support? That’s so juvenile.


77 posted on 08/20/2015 7:17:27 AM PDT by Catsrus (The Great Wall of Trump - coming to a southern border near you.)
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To: Catsrus

“However, I, nor you, have any way of knowing whether he has asked God’s forgiveness for anything.”

He said it himself! What, I am supposed to believe Trump when he says he really did change his position on every single issue, but I am not supposed to believe Trump when he says he has never asked God for forgiveness?

It’s one or the other, take your pick.


78 posted on 08/20/2015 7:23:33 AM PDT by Boogieman
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To: Boogieman

Blah, blah, blah. This back and forth changes no one’s mind, does it? Nay! It is a fun election cycle for sure.


79 posted on 08/20/2015 7:25:09 AM PDT by Catsrus (The Great Wall of Trump - coming to a southern border near you.)
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To: CatherineofAragon

Ok you take jimmy carter and I’ll take Trump Mr holier than thou!


80 posted on 08/20/2015 7:41:04 AM PDT by Harpotoo
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