The New Evangelicals Podcast The Tim & April Show: 1. King Trump is Here and Christians Bend the Knee
Feb 21, 2025
Tim and April dive into the intriguing intersection of faith and politics, critiquing the idolatry of power among evangelical communities in response to Trump. They explore the disillusionment many feel as conservative values clash with the actions of political leaders. Conversations touch on the hypocrisy within religious narratives and the disconnect from traditional teachings. They also address the impact of political rhetoric on public perception and the importance of accountability in both religion and politics.
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King Trump Imagery
- Tim and April discuss a Time magazine-style image of Trump with a crown, captioned "Long live the king."
- This was posted by the official White House account, sparking discussions about its implications.
Trump as Antichrist?
- Tim questions if Trump fits the description of the Antichrist based on certain evangelical criteria.
- He lists seven common beliefs about the Antichrist and connects them to Trump's actions and rhetoric.
Trump Idolization
- A golden statue of Trump from CPAC, books titled "President Donald J. Trump, The Son of Man, The Christ" and "Christ Trump", are cited.
- These examples highlight the concerning idolization of Trump by some of his followers.