The Briefing with Albert Mohler Friday, May 31, 2024
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May 31, 2024 Historic conviction of former President Trump on criminal charges, political pressures of the trial, conservative Christians facing dilemma of Trump v. Biden rematch, importance of being biblically faithful in politics, and call for prayer for the country's righteousness
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A Historic Turning Point
- May 30, 2024 is a historic turning point as Donald Trump became the first former U.S. president convicted of crimes.
- Albert Mohler emphasizes this will be a day Americans will remember and that its consequences are massive.
This Moment Is A National Tragedy
- The verdict is a national tragedy regardless of political alignment and should not be celebrated.
- Mohler calls for sober recognition of moral seriousness and the rule of law implications.
Speed Of Deliberation Raises Questions
- Rapid jury verdict after a complex trial raises questions about preformed conclusions or unusually strong evidence.
- Mohler notes quick verdict timing suggests the jury may have decided before judge's instructions or that evidence was overwhelming.