Comments on: 2016 Presidential Candidates: Trump and Carson

By: Don Koenig

Don Koenig — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 17:37:18 +0000

In reply to Theresa.

Hi Theresa,

The reformation happened because the Roman Catholic departed from salvation theology and added all kinds of Babylonian and man-made practices and doctrine but they would not change.

While there is no true denominations on earth that has all truth some are much more biblical than other. I was a Catholic and I don’t even think they teach people what is necessary to be saved. In fact, they hinder them with what they add. I suggest that you look into the arguments against Catholic doctrine before you plan on joining with this Harlot.

You might start on Mike Gendren’s site. He was a Catholic teacher that came out of Catholicism when he learned the true gospel.

I did write an article that just touches on the major issues.
http://www.thepropheticyears.com/comments/Apostasy%20in%20the%20Church.HTM

My Advice is if you do not like what any denomination teaches go to a non denominational church. The Calvary Chapels teach through the Bible and they believe all the gifts are for today. And they do it without the excesses found in hyper-Pentecostalism.

This is way off topic, so that is all I am going to say about it here. If you have questions email me.

By: Theresa

Theresa — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 13:52:39 +0000

Hi Don, I just found your other site and was disappointed that it seemed you were no longer blogging, so I was glad that I found the link to this site! I have to agree with you on Trump. He cannot stop making remarks that are slowly chipping away at this credibility. I also agree with you on Paula White and Jan Crouch. TBN does not represent the majority of Christians in this country and I personally find them just a little scary. I am struggling with the Republican candidates right now. I like Dr. Ben Carson, but like an earlier poster, I still have Carter nightmares. Does being a Christian make you an effective leader? Recent history suggests no. I do think he is a moral man, but a meek one. Can that bring us back, I just don’t know. But surely, having Christian values can make a difference, must make a difference in this country. If you think I am rambling, you are correct. Hence, the struggle goes on. Now if I may, one of the reasons I was glad to see you on here again, is that I have a question that has nothing to do with this post. Having read your earlier posts in regard to following the subject at hand, it probably isn’t appropriate, so you can delete me, but I have to ask. I have been thinking about converting to Catholicism. It has been a serious issue for me for a couple of years. The main reason is I believe that God continued to interact with man and that interaction is found in church history that is not available to most Protestants. We do not know about the Saints and their journeys of faith. Our church knowledge starts with Martin Luther, period. Some Protestant churches even teach that the age of God’s miracles, including the gifts of the spirit ended with the age of the Apostles. I also believe God intended to create “a” church, not 30,000 denominations. Historically the Catholic church is the remnant of the first church. I do have issues with their apparent devotion to Mary, but I don’t believe all Catholics subscribe to that doctrine. I do think Protestants could learn much about the history of their faith if they researched the Catholic church and the historical doctrines and documents they hold. I would just like your input on this subject, please. Again if I am deleted I do understand.

By: Harvey

Harvey — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 20:10:53 +0000

Hi Don! So delighted to see (just now) that you are posting and sharing your tremendous faith and insight again.

By: Steve in SC

Steve in SC — Sat, 10 Oct 2015 01:39:44 +0000

Don great to have you back. I am at a point where I feel that almost everything is fixed when it comes to pro sports and politics. With regard to politics, in this case the republican candidates, I really do like Trump. I cannot help but wonder though if he is real or is a plant of some type to split the GOP. Of course I have no way to know so all I can do is cast my vote. If he is truly attempting to turn our nation around and stand up to the world powers who want to cripple our nation, then I’m not sure he will survive. Politically or physically whichever it takes. as for Carson, I do like him but he just doesn’t seem to have that leadership quality to me. However, maybe he represents Teddy Roosevelt’s ” Speak softly and carry a big stick” euphemism.

By: Caitlin

Caitlin — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 17:54:03 +0000

Something I’ve been considering is the question of a presidents faith. I think it’s very important. Franklin Graham has posted that we need a Christian president and many others agree, including me. However, remembering the peanut farmer/Sunday school teacher who claimed to be a Christian; we don’t need another one like him. I can’t vote for someone based on a statement of faith alone. Where they stand on the issues is more important to me.
For example: I think we could survive a non-Christian patriot better than a misguided Christian or an anti-Semitic Christian.
I know this isn’t about Rubio but he said the more he learned about the bible the more he understood God was leading him back to Catholicism. How could we trust his presidential judgements, or someone like Pat Robertson?
Do ya’ll understand what I’m getting at? Qualifications with faith would be the ideal.

By: Don Koenig

Don Koenig — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 11:54:07 +0000

In reply to Stephen McClain.

Hi Stephen,

Thanks for the input and your support.

Yeah, I think Trump will drop out if he falls down the leadership board. However, at this point his support is deep enough that I do not believe that will happen before the Iowa and New Hampshire primaries.

I can’t remember where I heard Dr. Carson say that God told him to run. I believe that what I heard or read was accurate but maybe the source was putting words in Carson’s mouth. When I just googled it, it seems more like Carson is saying that it seemed to him like the fingers of God was pushing him to run. That is quite different. I can agree that God might do that. I wish I could find the source. If anyone has any information confirming that Carson said that “God told him to run”, I would like your input. Meanwhile, I better take that out of the article. When people read these comment but can no longer find that in the article it is because I revised it. I do not want to says things about these candidates that are not true.

On another note. In my research I find that Pat Robertson said that God told him that Dr. Carson will be the next President. If that is not the kiss of death I do not know what is. When has Pat Robertson ever been right about any of his God told me statements?

By: Stephen McClain

Stephen McClain — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 05:08:05 +0000

I do not think Trump is a serious candidate and will drop our as soon as his numbers drop and he needs to spend his own money. He states he reads the Bible but has never asked for forgiveness (not likely) and could not recite a favorite scripture. He is one comment from being ostracized. I never herd Doc Carson say God told him to run but that he went to God and told him he wants to retire and not run (Moses) but that God would have to open windows showing him the way which has been occurring in his mind. I am not a pessimist but after the 2012 election I said we must still be under judgement and I believe this nation will get what we deserve Hillary/Biden/warren. I pray for Godly leaders everyday at every level of our society and will never lose hope but until this darkness covering the earth lifts I keep reminding myself that the birth pains were spoken by my Lord and Saviour to increase not subside. By the way great to have you back as I have been checking back every week and SHAZZAAM you returned.

By: Brian from Oz

Brian from Oz — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 02:42:12 +0000

(PCP-SS) You may have started something here Don… even as an outsider I can see the accuracy of it. The state of the US does concern me for I can only describe my country as a mini US and we will be affected by any major downturn in your nation. I would like to see a strong conservative party take control there but I fear it isn’t going to be. I pray on a daily basis for the true leaders in the US, those Christian men who continue to teach the truth to their congregations and others like yourself who stand firm against the malignant evil that has raised it’s ugly head in the last decade. May God be with all such men and women.

By: Caitlin

Caitlin — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 02:06:49 +0000

Interesting perspective. As I said before I’m back and forth on what I think about Trump. I’ve spent some time trying to put my finger on it. What draws me to him is; he inspires confidence.
I would be more comfortable with Dr. Carson as vice president than president. Could he stand firm in the face of all the adversity? Idk.
I just read this week (either on Drudge, Breitbart or Leven?) that Obama said he would not sign a bill for military spending unless GITMO was closed. And of course he’s planning executive action on getting our guns. Trump is adamant on these important issues.
I remember reading an interview several months ago with Carson and he said people in the cities don’t need semi-automatic weapons. That’s a can of worms; not a 2nd amendment clause.

By: Christina

Christina — Thu, 08 Oct 2015 23:11:26 +0000

Don,
Welcome back! I can’t tell you how good it is to see you blogging again 🙂
(I will now go back and read this article.)