Faithful Politics The Christian Conscience vs. the Way of Trump — Pat Kahnke
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Aug 2, 2025 Pat Kahnke, a former pastor and author of "A Christian Case Against Donald Trump," critiques the intertwining of Christianity with politics. He discusses how 80% of white evangelicals still supported Trump, revealing the moral dilemmas facing the Church today. Kahnke shares his journey away from the GOP, highlighting the need for a '40-year wilderness' for healing. The conversation tackles themes like care vs. harm, truth vs. deception, and the church's integrity amid political pressures, urging a return to gospel-centered values.
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Trump Distorts Christian Faith
- Donald Trump is not simply a Christian candidate but a threat distorting Christian faith for political gain.
- Evangelical allegiance to Trump dangerously weaponizes Christianity against its gospel principles.
Pastor's Political Sojourn
- Josh Burtram shares his journey from reluctant Trump voter in 2016 to rejecting his 2020 candidacy after seeing division.
- He expresses feeling politically homeless, belonging neither to the Republican nor Democratic parties.
GOP's 40-Year Wilderness Needed
- Pat Kahnke proposes GOP needs "40 years in the wilderness" to heal from Trump’s divisiveness and restore character.
- Trump has become a litmus test for true Republican and Christian identity, deepening polarization among believers.
