"REFLECTION: WHAT THE SPIRITUAL LANGUAGE IN THE SYRIA SEECH TELLS US ABOUT [PRES.]TRUMP" - CBNNEWS.com, 04-07-2017; http://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/2017/april/reflection-what-the-spiritual-language-in-the-syria-speech-tells-us-about-trump [AS I SEE IT: Many of us, while encouraged by many of his actions as President, wonder just what is his true spiritual state. Maybe this article is just wishful thinking. Or MAYBE - by looking closely at what he said in his remarks regarding the US air strikes against Syria, comments he certainly did not have to necessarily articulate - we are seeing indications of his spiritual condition. We can only pray that it is, and certainly it should lead us to continue to pray for our President. - Stan]
The Underlying Theme Is Justice - Justice demands punishment for a perpetrator who commits wrongs against innocent civilian populations.
"Numerous previous attempts at changing Assad’s behavior have all...failed very dramatically," the president said. "Tonight I call on all civilized nations to join us in seeking to end the slaughter and bloodshed in Syria." Here he drew a bright red line.
The greatest appeal of the speech for evangelicals is the religious language sprinkled throughout and the deeper meanings it suggests.
He Appealed to Moral Law - While President Trump cited Assad's violations of the Chemical Weapons Convention, he appealed to a higher moral code than international agreements or the United Nations.
"No child of God should ever suffer such horror," he said. With that statement, President Trump highlighted a higher moral code.
He said that all men and women are created by God and for that reason they are deserving of protection and safety from evil. People don't derive their right to freedom and security from any manmade organization, but from the Creator and if a government or individual transgresses those rights, then they should be held accountable.
His Words Reflected Humility - President Trump asked for God's wisdom in facing the challenges ahead. It's true that President Trump's actions and words don't often reflect humility, but the Bible is clear that a humble man seeks God's wisdom.
Proverbs 22:24 says: "Humility is the fear of the Lord; its wages are riches and honor and life."
Also, in his closing, he asked God to bless not just America, but the entire world. He broadened the perspective beyond narrow self-interest and showed concern for the other nations and populations who are at risk if the Syrian war continues unchecked. That's a sign of a leader.
He Showed Compassion for the Suffering - President Trump pointed to the innocent victims suffering at the hands of a brutal dictator.
"Assad choked out the lives helpless men, women and children. It was a brutal death for so many. Even beautiful babies were cruelly murdered at this very barbaric attack."
Evoking these images brings the depths of the depravity of chemical weapons home and demonstrates empathy, another quality of great leaders.
Did he use these phrases simply to make his case and to appeal to his evangelical base? It's certainly possible. He is a politician, after all.
But hearing this speech brings to remembrance the reasons both Mike Pence and Ben Carson cited when they first cast their support for Trump. They said that when they sat down with him face to face, behind the spotlight, they found a man very different from the brash exterior. One of humility and grace.
This speech might have just given us all a glimpse of that man.
(Credit: AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
President Trump's speech justifying the missile launch on Syria relied on spiritual language as he sought God's wisdom. His approach will have strong appeal for his evangelical supporters, and it might go even deeper, showing the world a different side to the president.
The Underlying Theme Is Justice - Justice demands punishment for a perpetrator who commits wrongs against innocent civilian populations.
"Numerous previous attempts at changing Assad’s behavior have all...failed very dramatically," the president said. "Tonight I call on all civilized nations to join us in seeking to end the slaughter and bloodshed in Syria." Here he drew a bright red line.
The greatest appeal of the speech for evangelicals is the religious language sprinkled throughout and the deeper meanings it suggests.
He Appealed to Moral Law - While President Trump cited Assad's violations of the Chemical Weapons Convention, he appealed to a higher moral code than international agreements or the United Nations.
"No child of God should ever suffer such horror," he said. With that statement, President Trump highlighted a higher moral code.
He said that all men and women are created by God and for that reason they are deserving of protection and safety from evil. People don't derive their right to freedom and security from any manmade organization, but from the Creator and if a government or individual transgresses those rights, then they should be held accountable.
His Words Reflected Humility - President Trump asked for God's wisdom in facing the challenges ahead. It's true that President Trump's actions and words don't often reflect humility, but the Bible is clear that a humble man seeks God's wisdom.
Proverbs 22:24 says: "Humility is the fear of the Lord; its wages are riches and honor and life."
Also, in his closing, he asked God to bless not just America, but the entire world. He broadened the perspective beyond narrow self-interest and showed concern for the other nations and populations who are at risk if the Syrian war continues unchecked. That's a sign of a leader.
He Showed Compassion for the Suffering - President Trump pointed to the innocent victims suffering at the hands of a brutal dictator.
"Assad choked out the lives helpless men, women and children. It was a brutal death for so many. Even beautiful babies were cruelly murdered at this very barbaric attack."
Evoking these images brings the depths of the depravity of chemical weapons home and demonstrates empathy, another quality of great leaders.
Did he use these phrases simply to make his case and to appeal to his evangelical base? It's certainly possible. He is a politician, after all.
But hearing this speech brings to remembrance the reasons both Mike Pence and Ben Carson cited when they first cast their support for Trump. They said that when they sat down with him face to face, behind the spotlight, they found a man very different from the brash exterior. One of humility and grace.
This speech might have just given us all a glimpse of that man.
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