Well Trump Isn't Perfect... But What Kind Of Reverend Says…
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Brings to mind Rev'd Tony Campolo: :“I have three things I'd like to say today. First, while you were sleeping last night, 30,000 kids died of starvation or diseases related to malnutrition. Second, most of you don't give a s###. What's worse is that you're more upset with the fact that I said s### than the fact that 30,000 kids died last night.”
Love Tony Campolo
We have spent the last century throwing money at the poor, 'leveling the playing field', jumping at any pretense of offering more handouts...enough. Enough with the whining and excuses. At some point, you do what you do. It's a tough world. Only two things suffice.....luck, and strength. We have the option of choosing the second. We should do so. And if our 'poor' can't afford to dress the same as their more prosperous peers...if they have to drive jalopies...live in hovels...eat a Spartan diet...too bad. The strength and prosperity of the nation is what matters.
@@tgriffin3059 that's an interesting almost Stalanistic statement "it's the strength of the nation that matters.". A nation is only as strong and healthy as it's people.
Christians are called to provide without condition. May seem strange and counterintuitive but that's the deal.
No idea who Campolo is, however I like the cut of his gib! 🤠💜
@@tgriffin3059 👀
He is the Golden Calf of the MAGA
Like how you said that . . .
They literally trot out a golden statue of the orange one at their rallies
@@AlisonKenzoland
Where’d you find that?
@@PamelaByers-on6vtit was at a conference in Florida that a stature made in golden ideology of ex 45 people were praying at his feet, it was strange to see in video.
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Whoa! Thx for sayin’
Gotta ‘pray n wait .. odd, wait also in English, means serve
When we hear MAGA's take on religion, we know why "Jesus wept."
Don't forget: "Forgive them Father for they know not what they do."
@@terryhenderson424 Forgiveness is one thing, but this does not mean that we should not take a stand against someone who is a danger to American Democracy. In fact, it would be immoral not to.
@@suepall5425 Forgiveness is not forgetfulness despite what entity you are talking of. I hardly think that God was thinking of the United States of America or democracy as the Bible was written. That said, the Bible is mostly all about what is good and what is bad behavior in thought, word, and deed; that good 'ole Book includes thought which is more troublesome than deed for us mortals just trying to create a comfortable life for ourselves down here on earth. What you consider immoral, others consider a not a moral but also a spiritual imperative. Some Muslims consider thier interpretation of thier book's laws/ commandments to be so necessary that they cannot live side by side those they consider infidels; and they are willing to die for it. Well, Christain and Jewish folks come from the same part of the world and formalized in the same general-ish time frame and origins as the Muslims. It would seem that a number of folks of similar belief with respect to turning the world around them into thier vision of religious righteousness are working thier way through our civil laws and form of governance. - Have you noticed that "all the things" Bin Laden spoke of are noticeably similar to the life codes professed by a number trying to change laws and lifestyles in the US; probably elsewhwhere too but Im Amurican enough that I'm relatively ignorant of all that isn't Amurican. - These folks are so hell bent for election on single issues and the result that they are willing to sacrifice the intent and lessons of the Bible for thier perceived rules of the Bible; in a twist of the screw, of course this is based upon my interpretation of the Bible. Thier godly souls rely on it. And hence I do invoke: Forgive them Father for they know not what they do.
“Maga” sounds like the name of a demon.
Trumps followers have two sets of standards. One for Trump and one for everyone else.
This is the real " 2 tier Justice system"
This is soooo TRUE
Because they believe themselves to be "true Christians," and everyone else is doing it wrong.
To be fair, this is the case for just about every church. There are tens of thousands of brands of Christianity available for purchase, and they don't really agree with each other or like each other all that much.
Each church says that all the other churches are a "religion," while referencing themselves as "having the truth" or a "personal relationship with god." It's mass delusion.
I’m a democrat and just got back from 5 hours of working at a foodshelf at a church. Not Christian? Doing my best to represent Jesus! Pete Buttigieg is a good Christian parent, in my view. Thanks you for preaching kindness.
I consider myself a Pre-Trump Christian: lying, adultery, and theft are still sins to me.
Being honest, true to morality, and being against theft, shouldn't be Christian only values. I am agnostic and I hold people to the same standards. Being a decent human being should be the standard we strive for regardless of religious affiliation.
...let's not forget slander.
My mother in law was born in 1912 and was very much the upper mid class Edwardian lady she appeared to be.
Imagine my wife’s and my reaction when while watching a movie with some “salty” language, she said the following:
“You know, sometimes, f**k is just the right word”.
She wasn’t wrong!
I think I would have liked your MIL. There's a certain pragmatism in reserving certain words for "just the right moment", when using them draws attention to how you feel about the situation. When used on a regular basis, they lose their potency.
The double standards when it come to Trump absolutely astound me. It is a constant source of aggravation for me in a multigenerational home. My parents raised me better, but they have fallen into the cult and my jaw drops constantly at what I hear from them. I pray constantly that I can be a source of truth and wisdom for them. 😢
❤ amen 💜
So call them out, every time. Get your facts together, stay civil, and set them straight.
That must be really tough to see your own parents being deceived and manipulated by MAGA and Trump.
I'm praying with you that you might still get through to them one day. 🙏🏻
These people who criticized you probably say that word every single day in front of their children😂😂😂
I suspect satan “uses” imperfect people as well…
Satan loves to use people who THINK that they're perfect... Those Holier-than-thou people.
The devil's best disguise has always been the robes of the "righteous".
Touché!
Of course. There is no other kind 🤷♀️🤫
@@allisonshaw9341too true
All I can say is I personally. Believe in abortion, birth control, and equal rights for all. And our government isn't supposed to make these decisions for us.
Hello Rev. Ed! My family left the Catholic Church when I was 7. At 29, I re-engaged and the only Sacrament I needed was Confirmation, which was a '1 on 1' with the Priest of our Parish over several weeks. He said that swearing wasn't a sin if the Lord's Name wasn't used. I was a bit surprised and then he said "you obviously have never golfed with Priests". I was reminded of this with you talk! I love your posts and feel the Love that is meant to show what the world needs. Thank you and Bless this Community!
Im told that rugby playing brothers can get a little salty too.
I don't actively go to Mass anymore, for a variety of reasons, But I still practice my faith in christ in a non-denominational church. But as a kid growing up, particularly when I was in HIgh school I had an amazing friendship with two Priests and I was amazed just how salty the could get, lol. The older of the two ended up presiding over my first marriage. Sadly he passed away sometime ago. But an amazing man I feel blessed to have known and shared a little bit life with.
Kwe, Padre.
I'm not offended by the word. It's not the word.
It's the sentiment behind the word. And it's coming from someone who wants to Rule over us, not Represent us.
Forrest for the tree.
You have a Beautiful day, and safe travels.
I remember in 3rd Grade when we learned about Civil Rights and Black History,our teacher did not mince words.
He was a Black man that was a child during the height of the Civil Rights movement and remembered segregation.
He said the N word and other slurs that were lobbed at him and his family and others like him,it was shocking but we knew he doing it to teach us about society back then.
And there were some parents that were angry after they learned about it at this predominantly White charter school that he used words the kids probably heard from the complaining parents themselves.
Kind of reminded of this,more outrage that he repeated words that he was attacked with than the fact that he had to repeat them to highlight who we were as a nation.
Guess I don’t understand the outright hypocrisy of some of these people who support trump especially Christians. He says whatever he wants including bad language in a church of all places, makes jokes at other people expense, makes fun of handicapped people and they hold him in such high regard. I’ve never understood that.
You are definitely not alone. I find it extremely hard to understand as well.
I saw the other side of this in Stephen Colbert's monologue last night. Colbert, a devout Catholic was excited about being able to visit the Pope as part of a delegation of comedians. He also admitted to a little dismay that Pope Francis had used an Italian slur against homosexuals. Colbert made it clear that his frustration was because he had held Francis in high esteem, probably higher than other popes. One could easily say that "God uses imperfect people" could be expanded to include the Pope. That doesn't mean that some of us shouldn't hope for better from the people we admire.
The black pope... Colbert is a kididdler. Birds of a feather...
It would be a really wonderful thing if people REALLY knew "God". "God" and who we ALL really are, is inseparable. Religions teach that "God" is some kind of entity separate from us and that is not true. I had a profound NDE where all things human fell away and all there was was Pure Awareness, Pure Consciousness, total unity, ALL ONE, no divisions. It was pure unconditional Love, acceptance, welcome, compassion and zero judgements. "I" merged with the pure Light of BEING and remembered who we ALL are. This knowing that I came back with is what I call "God". Religions teach people of various types of god's but they are all projections of the human egoic mind and are made in the human egoic mind's imagery. In Truth, there are zero judgements, zero rewards and zero punishments handed out. There are no hells and no heavens that we are sent to after we "die". In the NDE I saw that Hell is not knowing who we are and I saw that all evil arises out of not knowing who we are, out of divisions and the belief we are separate. Heaven is KNOWING who we really are but this knowing is not conceptual, through the mind. If everyone could suddenly know who we ALL are, all wars would end, all suffering would end.
Why I had to walk away from the Christian church, the towering hypocrisy which is everywhere. I’m probably no better, but I don’t hide behind such inflated and corrupted piety. Thank you for your reason and your compassion.
I am a proud Pagan. I was raised in the Catholic Church and attended Catholic school for several years... it did not touch my heart or soul as the sounds and elements of nature. I want to thank you and praise you for you kindness, gentleness and love. Please know that you are Blessed, and we are blessed to hear your thoughts and wisdom.
The reason why I decided to be non denominational at an early age was because I kept finding man-made rules getting slipped in as "God's will" when it really wasn't. There's already a system for people to force other people to bend to their will, it's called government. To have another government, except one built on blasphemy wasn't my cup of tea. Surely God wouldn't approve of people usurping His power! But here we are. I know that _I_ can't serve two masters at once, so it has to be "Trump _or_ God" not "Trump _and_ God".
Thanks for all your insight. As a Christian who votes Democrat it’s refreshing to hear a man of God, tell the truth.
We are ALL sinners. Important not to forget that.
I wouldn’t concern myself with the words of traitors
Such a simple yet truthful statement. Love you Rev
Here's the bottom line ,Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.As A Christian the abundance of the he's that Donald Trump speaks from does not make me think that he is being used of God So many evil things he says about virtually any one who is not a mouth piece for his Political views.I Remember what John McCain said about Barrack Obama to the lady claiming he was a Muslim.John McCain defended Obama and said No Mam Barrack Obama is a good Man with whom I have political differences.ThAt should be the answer today of The American people rather than spewing evil words against them.
Amen.
Exactly 💯
@@adaywithoutdonald64I love your user name 😂
I recently saw that interview sequence in a video made by Tennessee Brando. Brando commented on how much dignity and respect John Mc Cain showed towards his opponent by taking the microphone away from that woman, who was trying to spread lies, hate and divisiveness. Trump is doing the exact opposite, he's basically handing the microphone over to such people. Sad times.
First, I am so tired of Trump occupying so much space in our collective consciousness.
Next, there is no talking to crazy or trolls, they're not listening.
Also, I generally agree with you. Keep up the good fight.
I remember my grade 10 English teacher explaining to us that it was okay for us to use profanity and poor grammar in dialogue, when we were quoting someone for whom it was appropriate to use such language. One could see the faces light up on the kids at the back of the classroom.
When I was an active Jew, my Rabbi would occasionally drop a curse word or two, although not in the presence of children. But then, he was a farrier before converting and I defy anyone who has had a 1200 lb horse stand on your foot, or break one of your ribs, to refrain from cursing.
I'm not sure how it works in other religions, but the term "Rabbi" merely means "teacher." He or she is not someone who is viewed as a saint or extremely holy (but there are a few Jewish offshoots that do that); a Rabbi is a man/woman like any other, just more knowledgeable about our rather complicated religion than the average Jew.
Rabbi's oldest son (18) even declared himself an atheist. It didn't phase Rabbi at all. He was proud of his son, who did as his father taught him (and us), to not be afraid to question your faith. If your religion can't stand up to your questioning, then it's probably not right for you.
As far as salty language, well, my dad was in the Navy in WW 2 (Japan) and then later became a cop. So I grew up with colorful language. I also studied psychology in college, to become a therapist one day, and we were given exercises to desensitize us to curse words, etc. Needless to say, I understood that assignment.
Now, as far as I can see it, there are only a handful of perfect beings in this world, who embody love and empathy: Jimmy Carter, Betty White, Dolly Parton, Tom Hiddleston....and dogs. Those are who I try to emulate.
Don't forget Keanu Reeves 😸
Me: *smacks forehead*
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They DON'T know you. They don't know Christ and YET continue to do things HIS name. Also sometime words like that are the ONLY words to truely communicate a situation. LOVE and Peace Rev.
The bottom line here for me is not whether you or I use that kind of word or words. The bottom line is that it is not something that we need to say but comes out. What bothers me more is when a man I think was a pastor gets up in front of a trump rally and says that they are there to worship Trump.
Yes, he is the Golden Calf. No wonder he likes gold and yellow so much.
Hypocrisy is worn like a badge of honor by some
I think they call it "owning the libs". They don't realized that they've sold themselves.
When I was young my dear father used that language profusely, being of short temper. I realized later myself that it helped him "defuse" certain difficult situations, and put him on level ground. He was very judicious about who he exposed it to. Everybody has their own way of dealing with such times. As long as it's not physically or mentally destructive, I have no problem with it.
Safe journey home Rev Ed ❤️⭐️
Talk about double standards! And saying that Trump is not perfect is gaslighting.
Thank you Rev. Ed.
Thanks REV Ed for all your messages! Safe trip back home 🙏🏻!
With you all the way on this. My PP asked me to be one of the brand new, at the time, Special Ministers of the Eucharist. I declined at first. I was working as a professional DJ, and I didn't think it was a good idea to have someone in such a position, who had been working in nightclubs, weddings, engagements, birthday parties, etc. Father Adrian, an ex-sailor, Naval, and Merchant, who said that he would deal with the situation if my worthiness was ever questioned. He used the approach, that ALL of us are imperfect, and that is what GOD works with. But what an extreme privilege it was to assist in distribution at Mass and to take JESUS to the housebound. Father A was right, it did me as much good as I did to others.
Safe Travels Home Rev Ed , God Bless.. Thank you for your message..I didn't see anything wrong you said you we're telling the story and situation , you were using context with your explanation..I do believe a political rally should never be in a church or religious place...Rev Ed your down to Earth and God Bless you for that.. God Bless 🕊️ Nimultis
I grew up in a house hearing swearing all the time from my parents, especially my father (who grew up in New Brunswick) However never would they say the f wiord or the name of Jesus. What really bothers me is the way the name of Jesus Christ is uttered in many of the movies and tv shows. I cringe every time I hear it!
I hope everyone has a blessed day.
Yeah, who decided what’s a cuss word and what isn’t anyway? Years ago “balderdash” was shocking.
I am striving to become a better Christian, and I sometimes use words that may be frowned upon, but you will never hear me use the Lord's name in vain, all my life I have respect our Lord's name. But I am sick of this two-sided argument that Trump and his cult can do and say anything, but the rest of us are wrong! Really enjoy your chats Rev Ed, keep up the good work.😊
It's the pot calling the kettle black. It's one thing to chant it in church around children and another to say it to show what is happening, to adults.
Thank you so much for your biblical truth, insight and wisdom. Some of us need reminded from time to time. Some for the first time.
My Dearest Rev. Trevors, The Lord has called on us to open our mouths and speak the truth, even when the world decides to ignore the truth. We must respect our calling at all times and never wonder if it is wrong. For The Lord will always lead and guide His chosen. Forever 💕🙏🏾Evangelist Tracy
Thank you for saying out loud what we want to say to loved ones 😢. God bless you and keep you.
Do these people think you're not human? 😂 Thise who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones, as they say. Ignore this person, who appears to be a hypocrite.
Amen 🙏 thank you ❤!!
I am a Christian,,,, and ubetcha. I use words that are NOT all nice and gentle.
AND A LOT OF FOLKS IN THE BIBLE DID AS WELL..
GODLY PEOPLE, AND NOT TRUMP
My family had a barn-full of animals when I was growing up. I've shoveled enough to know shit. Bullshit, cowshit, horseshit, chuckenshit, sheepshit, pigshit; lump them all together, and call it manure
It's great for The Garden.
Politicians and diapers should be changed often, and for the same reason.
So a man of God used a naughty word. Reverend Trevors, I think you are in good company. Let me tell you a little story. When I was in college I took a class about the Apostle Paul from a professor who was a New Testament Greek scholar. He said in Philippians 3:8 when Paul was writing about legalistic religious practices he uses the Greek word skubalon which if it was translated into our modern English the word would be "horse shit." Somehow I don't think if Paul is among that great crowd of heavenly witnesses,that is looking at the Maga movement who proclaims Trump "The Chosen One" would express his displeasure in words like, "Well, gosh, golly, darn those guys." Hang in there Reverend.
Reverend you are the best.
❤❤❤ YES!
If it was called an “Easy” it wouldn’t be a “Test”
Right on, Rev!
Amen! Your reference to Secretary Butteligieg (sp?) is spot on. His speech yesterday at the reopening of the Baltimore port was so well done.
He strikes me as a brilliant guy
You have all my respect & love, thank you for keeping it real, may God's hand be upon your journey ❤
Safe travels, Rev.
Beautiful message. I just pray that the right people hear it -- really hear it. 🙏
Thank you Reverend Ed. Thank you for continually reminding us by your words and actions what true humility, honesty and kindness looks like.
If anyone who defends the former guy is actually watching your videos, you have one foot in the door with them, and more importantly, you are someone that most people can hear - great in your profession.
I always love those arguments... "Well, you're swearing, you think that's kind?"
You think Jesus cares more about whether I curse over what I'm cursing about?
Exactly 💯
The Cursing Psalms are a good read. ^_^
Bravo
OMG! Your a human being?! 😂
Well, I think you're wonderful & I'm quite sure Jesus thinks you're pretty cool too.☺️😇 Keep up the good work! You inspire me to be a little bit better everyday & should you ever want to learn some new naughty words just let me know I've got more than a few tucked away for safe keeping in case of an emergency...😳 Darn it! I'm supposed to be upping my game, okay how's this, I'll share two questionable words every other day with you, but no more! 🫣That should keep me on course to being just a little bit better everyday! 😜 Wait am I rationalizing again?!😮😂 Love you more than I ever could have expected & I thank you very much for that blessing.❤
Thanks!
Thank you, Reverend Trevor, well spoken. I hold such a distain for Donald Trump and the Republicans further if hypocrisy, in the greatest sense of an abuse, as there ever was thank you for the clarification
Well said and I totally agree with you! You are amazing and I enjoy listening to your compassionate but straight talk. You always pop up when we most need you! Thank you
Cursing is not what it's been turned into....
Atheist and English major here. My personal philosophy is that there's no such thing as a bad word, just bad timing. I happen to have family friends, dating back to my childhood, who happen to be deeply devout Dutch Reform Christian farmers. I've heard them say sh*t many times, because it's a common word for that which their vocation has required them to shovel their entire lives. However, I've also heard them use a few other common "curse" words - sparingly, but when the situation warranted ... very much in keeping with my own aforementioned philosophy. What I've NEVER heard them use is ANY word that flouts the Third Commandment. So while we may have a different spiritual outlook (and I do flout the Third on occasion), what I've always loved and respected about this family is their adherence to their faith without being unnecessarily judgmental of others or prudish about propriety. I've always tried to follow their example. Love thy neighbor - it's that simple.
My frequent use of salty language might make me an executive VICE president in purgatory
Wonder who the head of the HR department might be. HR stands for the Hypocrisy Resource dept.
I’m so thankfuI I found your station… !
No human is perfect. I was shocked in many ways when I heard that chant. Shocked that it was uttered by a Presidential candidate in a speech, in front of children, in a church, of all places!!!!! Then to hear those people chanting it back! There was no excuse for that behavior.
Amen you sound like me ! Everything you said if absolute truth ! Glad I found your channel ! God bless you !
You are spot on Reverend
In the Catholic Church that I can remember, the Building or Sanctuary would have to be reconcecrated. That's some devout congregation in there.
Well said and described Father Ed. Grumpy Humpty Dumpty treacherous T is a sad representation of a leadership example. Thanks for your consideration.
Brilliant piece, Ed. Thank you
Wow.... Unreal. I am getting the same thing. People are actually arguing now that the Word of God is wrong, and Trump is right..... The end is very very near. God Bless You ❤
Well hey, didn't the man just say he didn't want to use the word bull***t in front of children? Maybe they were calling him out for that bull***t. We wish.
Thank you Ed, you make such a difference a d have brought me closer to Jesus with your reflections and preaching. God bless..
Gods word warns us against using language unbecoming his followers
Maybe this should be said privately but my intention is to let others know, too. So, here we go: You (and Tamsin - I haven't been able to get back in touch because of illness) brought me back from the brink of giving up on God. There have been a few others here locally also but I found your videos first on CZcams and began my journey of reaching out. Your WORDS - comforting, encouraging, uplifting, spirited WORDS - gave me courage and helped me claw my way back to Him. I don't care what the words are. It's the intention behind those words that brought me hope. Thank you two for your words of hope, encouragement, peace and love. Whatever they may be that helps gets your message across to us listeners, please keep those words coming.
I was waiting on you about this subject.
The Lord bless you and make His face shine upon you and His peace rest upon you too, brother. Amen.🕊
in my experience, people who are so stunned about "bad words" are just distracting from far more serious transgressions of themselves. we, none of us are anywhere near perfect and a wise philosopher once said: shit happens 🙂
I have just come across your videos - I am in the UK. Your words are wonderful and very inspiring. You are right, we are all imperfect people and the double standards especially in US politics are very worrying - to say the least. Thank you for your guidance and direction Rev Ed. I shall keep watching.
Thanks Rev. Ed..One thing I love about you is that you're real. There's nothing superficial about you at all. I just laughed when you repeated what that crazy one had his people chanting at his rally. Thanks for being here. 🙏✝️🌹
At the very least you are authentic Rev Ed and more courageous than most of us. Profanity is presenting the sacred when it is not authentically sacred. Please keep your voice of reason raised and constant.
It’s refreshing when people like you are reminding us that God wants us to be good! God loves us and all he asks is that we love him above everything!
Rev Ed, we love you as you are. You're a person who anyone could walk up to and feel like they have known you all of their life. You are real and not phony like some pastors. Praise the Lord for your service to God.
Thank you for this. I needed it.
Rev. Ed,
Thank you for sharing. I happened upon your CZcams channel quite a while ago and have enjoyed your thought-provoking and insightful talks. You are appreciated.
I was caught up in life stuff when the original news of the chanting on the 6th at the Phoenix rally, but it reminds me of an observation in 2017 once Trump was in the Oval office, how he would routinely embarrass the principle cabinet and Repulican officials or require that they show extreme reverence. (The June 2017 meeting comes to mind, in which all his cabinet in turn lavished him with compliments and thanked him for the privilege to serve).
And this reminds me of a recurring theme in the Arthurian tales of adventurous knights, who would be tempted by fairy folk to commit misdeeds (typically breaking hospitality rules or betraying their own liege lord, or killing their own family) with the promise of a treasure or a land or a pretty fairy maiden. Once the wickedness was done, the prize would be spoiled. In the case of the fairy maiden, she'd turn into a hideous hag, and then gladly brag to his court to all who would hear about how she tricked him into marrying her.
The similarity between legends and Trump reality were convincing enough that I wonder if there's a correlation, if Tartuffean characters have always been a recurring problem in human society.
Got to love the pious folks.
Used to go to a AA meeting in a little rural church. The minister started attending regularly. He was asked once if he would like to speak and he declined, said he wasn't an alky. Everybody said that didn't matter he'd became part of the group. He said the reason he came, was to try to transfer the community spirit of the group he felt on Monday nights to his Sunday morning flock minus the rough language.
God uses imperfect people, but they at least try to be *less* imperfect instead of leaning into it to be more offensive and hurtful.
Of course God uses imperfect people, or he would have no people to use, however, when one states clearly he does not need to ask forgiveness as he does NOTHING wrong, there is truly something WRONG!
@@elliecobb2734 Exactly!
There’s no getting away from it. It's the same rationale that develops in some cults, where the male members can have only one wife, and the wife must be faithful to her husband, BUT the cult leader can have multiple wives and/or sleep with any woman he wants in the group, including other men's wives. The leader is exceptional in their eyes and therefore gets treated with exceptions. And that is the rationale. Period.
Thank you Rev Ed! I thought I was the only one seeing the hypocrisy.
Right on the money Rev.
From one imperfect clergy to another: thank you for the message today. I, too, have a tendency to use words that I shouldn't always use. But as you rightly point out, God uses imperfect people.
Let me get this straight.....Jesus hung out with tax collectors and other "unsavory" characters. I can imagine He heard a lot of "naughty" words! People focus on the wrong things!!!
AMEN! 🙏✝️🙌
There was a time, where logic - common sense - did not need to be explained 😞