What would Donald Trump say about Barack Obama or Joe Biden if they were out selling the Bible for personal gain? He would be calling them every terrible name he could think of, as would Trump supporters. They would be screaming to high heaven how disgusted they are. They’d say how inappropriate and beneath it is of an ex-President to profit from the Lord’s Word.
I have never been accused of being a biblical scholar. In fact, I’ve never attempted to read more than was required in Catechism or brought to me by the people in my life that mattered. I do however, remember the meaning of Matthew 21:12-13, where Jesus overturned the tables of the money exchangers and kicked them out of the Temple. I never was able to quote it word-for-word, but I can understand the meaning.
But then again, I’m not the only one am I?
You remember just as well as I do. You remember being taught that the Bible shouldn’t be used for personal wealth and gain. I was taught, and still believe today that it’s the Word of God. A book with rules to live by that none of us could ever accomplish, but should try.
I could easily point out the hypocrisy of Trump. He would deserve it and it should be said often, but not here. Here, we need to point out that unlike Trump, we care about the words of the Good Book. Enough not to use it for personal gain.
Good riding with you,
Joel
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