{"id":64120,"date":"2020-08-25T07:00:53","date_gmt":"2020-08-25T15:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cogwriter.com\/news\/?p=64120"},"modified":"2020-08-27T06:05:47","modified_gmt":"2020-08-27T14:05:47","slug":"trump-vs-biden-the-lesser-of-two-evils-is-still-evil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cogwriter.com\/news\/prophecy\/trump-vs-biden-the-lesser-of-two-evils-is-still-evil\/","title":{"rendered":"Trump vs. Biden: Is the lesser of two evils still evil?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nDonald Trump and Joe Biden
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COGwriter<\/a><\/p>\n

The Republican National Convention began last night. Donald Trump was officially nominated and accepted the nomination.<\/p>\n

The campaigning is now in full swing from both major parties.<\/p>\n

It is of interest to note that the Democrats and the Republicans have gone to some lengths to promote the idea that their presidential candidates are Christian.<\/p>\n

As far as individual faiths, Joe Biden claims to be Roman Catholic and Donald Trump claims to be a Presbyterian.<\/p>\n

Without going into unique specifics about either, let’s consider how they are both similar:<\/p>\n

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  1. Neither lives like a member of their professed faiths is supposed to try to live.<\/li>\n
  2. Both support LGBTQ rights.<\/li>\n
  3. Both have repeatedly supported increasing US debt.<\/li>\n
  4. Both have publicly made numerous gaffes and misstatements.<\/li>\n
  5. Both are white septuagenarians who have been accused of openly praising white supremacists. (https:\/\/nymag.com\/intelligencer\/2019\/03\/joe-biden-donald-trump-similarities-2020.html)<\/li>\n
  6. Both have called for unchecked empowerment of\u00a0 law-enforcement entities.<\/li>\n
  7. Both have been accused of sexually harassing numerous women.<\/li>\n
  8. Neither has called for national repentance.<\/li>\n
  9. Neither has sought first the Kingdom of God.<\/li>\n
  10. Both have been leaders in Administrations that have upset the Europeans.<\/li>\n
  11. Both have been accused of hypocrisy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Now, I am not trying to say that there are no differences. Yes, I know they have differing economic and climate policies as well as different views on abortion and racial matters.<\/p>\n

    But let’s see what the Bible teaches about three of the eleven issues they share.<\/p>\n

    First, the condoning of the LGBTQ agenda:<\/p>\n

    22 Professing to be wise, they became fools, 23 and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like corruptible man \u2014 and birds and four-footed animals and creeping things.<\/p>\n

    24 Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves, 25 who exchanged the truth of God for the lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Amen.<\/p>\n

    26 For this reason God gave them up to vile passions. For even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature. 27 Likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust for one another, men with men committing what is shameful, and receiving in themselves the penalty of their error which was due.<\/p>\n

    28 And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting; 29 being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, evil-mindedness; they are whisperers, 30 backbiters, haters of God, violent, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents, 31 undiscerning, untrustworthy, unloving, unforgiving, unmerciful; 32 who, knowing the righteous judgment of God, that those who practice such things are deserving of death, not only do the same but also approve of those who practice them. (Romans 1:22-32, NKJV unless otherwise specified)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Both candidates publicly approve of many aspects of sexual immorality. The God of the Bible opposes this.<\/p>\n

    Now, let’s consider increasing Treasury notes, bills, and related pledges:<\/p>\n

    2 And the Lord answered me: \u201cWrite the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it. 3 For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end\u2014it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    4 \u201cBehold, his soul is puffed up; it is not upright within him, but the righteous shall live by his faith.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    5 \u201cMoreover, wine is a traitor, an arrogant man who is never at rest. His greed is as wide as Sheol; like death he has never enough. He gathers for himself all nations and collects as his own all peoples.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    6 Shall not all these take up their taunt against him, with scoffing and riddles for him, and say, \u201cWoe to him who heaps up what is not his own\u2014 for how long?\u2014 and loads himself with pledges!\u201d 7 Will not your debtors suddenly arise, and those awake who will make you tremble? Then you will be spoil for them. 8 Because you have plundered many nations, all the remnant of the peoples shall plunder you, for the blood of man and violence to the earth, to cities and all who dwell in them. (Habakkuk 2:2-8, ESV)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Notice that this ends in destruction. Both major presidential have supported major increases in US debt. This is not good.<\/p>\n

    As far as being hypocritical goes, the Book of Job teaches:<\/p>\n

    13 … And the hope of the hypocrite shall perish, (Job 8:13)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    The Bible prophecy warns that God will punish and destroy “an hypocritical nation” (Isaiah 10:6, KJV) in a prophecy related to the USA.<\/p>\n

    The Bible teaches:<\/p>\n

    1 Cry aloud, spare not;
    \nLift up your voice like a trumpet;
    \nTell My people their transgression,
    \nAnd the house of Jacob their sins. (Isaiah 58:1)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    These national sins include abortion, sexuality immorality, promoting pornography, false witness, violence, economic theft through debt and other means, hypocrisy, disdain for the God of the Bible, covetousness, and a host of others.<\/p>\n

    See also, out free online book, The Ten Commandments: The Decalogue, Christianity, and the Beast<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    As far as voting goes, notice something that international author Doug Casey wrote about it:<\/p>\n

    March 29, 2019<\/p>\n

    Democracy is vastly overrated. …<\/p>\n

    Most of the founders of America were more concerned with liberty than democracy. …<\/p>\n

    V<\/span>oting encourages politicians. A vote against one candidate\u2014a major, and quite understandable, reason why many people vote\u2014is always interpreted as a vote for his opponent. And even though you may be voting for the lesser of two evils, the lesser of two evils is still evil. It amounts to giving the candidate a tacit mandate to impose his will on society<\/span>. <\/span><\/em>https:\/\/internationalman.com\/articles\/5-reasons-not-to-vote\/<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    As far as evil goes, evil is still evil.<\/p>\n

    Many professing Christians believe that they need to vote even though that concept is not endorsed in the Bible.\u00a0 But notice two concepts that are:<\/p>\n

    20 Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil (Isaiah 5:20).<\/p>\n

    2 You shall not follow a crowd to do evil (Exodus 23:2)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    The \u201clesser of two evils\u201d is still not good.<\/p>\n

    What should a Christian do?<\/p>\n

    Jesus said to “seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness” (Matthew 6:33) and to pray for God’s kingdom to come (Matthew 6:10).<\/p>\n

    As far as political leaders go, the Apostle Paul wrote:<\/p>\n

    1 Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, 2 for kings and all who are in authority<\/strong>, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence. 3 For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior<\/strong> (1 Timothy 2:1-3).<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Notice that we are to pray for worldly leaders and those that have authority over us so that we may lead a quiet and peaceful life. Nothing like this is said for voting that many falsely claim is their “Christian” duty–prayer for leaders is.<\/span><\/p>\n

    No matter who you may think is better, the lesser of two evils is still evil.<\/p>\n

    Related to this, the Continuing<\/em> Church of God<\/a> (CCOG) put together the following video on our Bible News Prophecy<\/a> YouTube channel:<\/p>\n

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    Biden, Trump, and the Bible<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    The USA presidential campaign is in full swing. Though Democratic party candidate Joe Biden and Republican party candidate Donald Trump have differing economic and climate policies as well as different views on abortion and racial matters, there are many similarities both share. Do they have policies that they share that are leading to the destruction of the USA? What do Bible prophecies reveal about sexual immorality, debt, and hypocrisy? What are some of the national sins of the USA? Does the Bible endorse voting? What did Jesus teach related to what to seek and pray for? What does the New Testament teach that Christians are to do related to leaders? Is the lesser of two evils still evil? Dr. Thiel goes over these matters, including going over eleven similarities the two major party candidates share and some of what the Bible teaches about evil.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Here is a link to our sermonette video: Biden, Trump, and the Bible<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Voting for evil is not the solution for Christians.<\/p>\n

    Christians can and should pray.<\/p>\n

    Some items of possibly related interest may include:<\/em><\/p>\n

    Should a Christian Vote?<\/a> This article gives some of the Biblical rationale on this subject. Would Jesus vote for president\/prime minister? Is voting in the Bible? This is a subject Christians need to understand. A video of related interest is available titled: Should Christians Vote?<\/a> Another video is Sorry state of the 2020 presidential campaign<\/a>.
    \n    Is God Calling You?<\/a> This booklet discusses topics including calling, election, and selection. If God is calling you, how will you respond? Here is a link to a related sermon: Could God be Calling You?<\/a> A short animation is also available: Is God Calling You?<\/a>
    \n    Christian Repentance<\/a> Do you know what repentance is? Is it really necessary for salvation? A related sermon is also available titled: Real Christian Repentance<\/a>.
    \n    Just What Do You Mean \u2014 Repentance?<\/a> Do you know what repentance is? Have you truly repented? Repented of what? Herbert W. Armstrong<\/a> wrote this as a booklet on this important subject.
    \n    When You Sin: Do You Really Repent? <\/a>This is an article by Charles F. Hunting. A related sermon is Confess to God and truly repent<\/a>.
    \n    Do Christians Sin?<\/a> This is an article by Herbert W. Armstrong<\/a>.
    \n    Overcoming Sin<\/a> What is sin? How are Christians suppose to overcome it? Here is a link to a version in Mandarin Chinese: <\/span>QKg f\/\u2018\u00cd\u2030\u0081v\u201e<\/a><\/strong>. Here is a link to a version in Spanish: Vencer al pecado<\/a>. Here is also a link to a video in English titled <\/span>How YOU Can Overcome Sin<\/a>.<\/em>
    \n    Who is the King of the West?<\/a> Why is there no Final End-Time King of the West in Bible Prophecy? Is the United States the King of the West? Here is a version in the Spanish language: \u00bfQui\u00e9n es el Rey del Occidente? \u00bfPor qu\u00e9 no hay un Rey del Occidente en la profec\u00eda del tiempo del fin?<\/a> A related sermon is also available: The Bible, the USA, and the King of the West<\/a>.
    \n    USA in Prophecy: The Strongest Fortresses<\/a> Can you point to scriptures, like Daniel 11:39, that point to the USA in the 21st century? This article does.<\/span> Two related sermon are available: Identifying the USA and its Destruction in Prophecy<\/a> and Do these 7 prophesies point to the end of the USA?<\/a>
    \n    Who is the King of the North?<\/a> Is there one? Do biblical and Roman Catholic prophecies for the Great Monarch point to the same leader? Should he be followed? Who will be the King of the North discussed in Daniel 11? Is a nuclear attack prophesied to happen to the English-speaking peoples of the United States, Great Britain, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand? When do the 1335 days, 1290 days, and 1260 days (the time, times, and half a time) of Daniel 12 begin? When does the Bible show that economic collapse will affect the United States? In the Spanish language check out \u00bfQui\u00e9n es el Rey del Norte?<\/a> Here is a link to a video titled: The Future King of the North<\/a>.
    \n    Anglo \u2013 America in Prophecy & the Lost Tribes of Israel<\/a> Are the Americans, Canadians, English, Scottish, Welsh, Australians, Anglo-Saxon (non-Dutch) Southern Africans, and New Zealanders descendants of Joseph? Where are the lost ten-tribes of Israel? Who are the lost tribes of Israel? What will happen to Jerusalem and the Jews in Israel? Will God punish the U.S.A., Canada, United Kingdom, and other Anglo-Saxon nations? Why might God allow them to be punished first? Here is a link to the Spanish version of this article: Anglo-Am\u00e9rica & las Tribus Perdidas de Israel<\/a>. Information is also in the YouTube sermons titled Where are the Ten Lost Tribes? Why does it matter?<\/a><\/span> and British are the Covenant People<\/span><\/a>. A short YouTube of prophetic interest may be: Are Chinese threats against Australia for real?<\/a>
    \n    Will the Anglo-Saxon-Celtic Nations be Divided and Have People Taken as Slaves?<\/a> Will the lands of the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand be divided? What about Jerusalem? What does Bible prophecy teach? Are there non-biblical prophecies that support this idea? Who will divide those lands? Who will end up with the lands and the people? Here is a link to a video titled Will the USA and other Anglo-nations be Divided and Their People Made Slaves? <\/a> Here is a related item in the Spanish language \u00bfSer\u00e1n divididas las naciones anglosajonas?
    \n<\/a>    Does God Have a 6,000 Year Plan? What Year Does the 6,000 Years End?<\/a> Was a 6000 year time allowed for humans to rule followed by a literal thousand year reign of Christ on Earth taught by the early Christians? Does God have 7,000 year plan? What year may the six thousand years of human rule end? When will Jesus return? 2027 or 20xx? There is also a video titled 6000 Years: When will God\u2019s Kingdom Come?<\/a> Here is a link to the article in Spanish: \u00bfTiene Dios un plan de 6,000 a\u00f1os?<\/a>
    \n    When Will the Great Tribulation Begin? 2020, 2021, or 2022?<\/a> Can the Great Tribulation begin today? What happens before the Great Tribulation in the \u201cbeginning of sorrows\u201d? What happens in the Great Tribulation and the Day of the Lord? Is this the time of the Gentiles? When is the earliest that the Great Tribulation can begin? What is the Day of the Lord? Who are the 144,000? Here is a version of the article in the Spanish language: \u00bfPuede la Gran Tribulaci\u00f3n comenzar en el 2020 o 2021? \u00bfEs el Tiempo de los Gentiles?<\/a> You can also see the English language sermon videos: The Great Tribulation from the Mount of Olives<\/a> and Can the Great Tribulation begin before 2020?<\/a> A shorter and newer video is: Could the Great Tribulation Begin in 2020?<\/a>
    \n    The Times of the Gentiles<\/a> Has there been more than one time of the Gentiles? Are we in it now or in the time of Anglo-America? What will the final time of the Gentiles be like? A related sermon is available and is titled: The Times of the Gentiles<\/a>.
    \n    Armageddon<\/a> Who is involved and when will this gathering happen? Here is also a video from Dr. Thiel, from Tel Megiddo in Israel: Armageddon<\/a>. Other videos include: Armageddon Will it come on Trump\u2019s watch?<\/a>, Iraq, Armageddon, & Prophecy<\/a>, Freemasonry, Armageddo<\/a>
    \n    Donald Trump in Prophecy<\/a> Prophecy, Donald Trump? Are there prophecies that Donald Trump may fulfill? Are there any prophecies that he has already helped fulfill? Is a Donald Trump presidency proving to be apocalyptic? Two related videos are available: Donald: \u2018Trump of God\u2019 or Apocalyptic?<\/a> and Donald Trump\u2019s Prophetic Presidency<\/a>.
    \n    Trump Presidency Magic 8 Ball or Bible Prophecy?<\/a> BBC<\/em> reported that one might as well use a \u2018Magic Eight-Ball\u2019 to try to predict what will happen in the remaining time of Donald Trump\u2019s presidency. What is a \u2018Magic Eight-Ball\u2019? Dr. Thiel not only explains that, but also briefly goes over 10 biblically-based warnings he wrote would happen if Donald Trump were elected that have already began to come to pass. He also goes over something he wrote back in 2008 that the Trump presidency is also helping lead to fulfillment. Should you trust Bible prophecy or not? Dr. Thiel says that Bible prophecy can be trusted, despite the view of skeptics and others that either overlook or despise the Bible. This is a video.
    \n    Donald Trump and America\u2019s Apocalypse<\/a> This 188 page book is for people truly interested in prophecies related to Donald Trump and the United States, including learning about several that have already been fulfilled and those that will be fulfilled in the future. The physical book can be purchased at Amazon for $12.99 from the following link: Donald Trump and America\u2019s Apocalypse<\/a>.
    \n    Donald Trump and America\u2019s Apocalypse-Kindle Edition<\/a> This electronic version of the 188 page print edition is available for only US$3.99. And you do not need an actual Kindle device to read it. Why? Amazon will allow you to download it to almost any device: Please click HERE to download one of Amazon \u0019s Free<\/strong> Reader Apps<\/a>. After you go to for your free Kindle reader and then go to Donald Trump and America\u2019s Apocalypse-Kindle Edition<\/a>.
    \n<\/span>    Cross-dressing and other assaults against your children.\u00a0 <\/strong>What should you do?<\/a> Is there an agenda to turn your children and\/or grandchildren away from biblical morality and towards practices promoted by homosexuals? What does the Bible teach about cross-dressing? What should parents do? If there is an agenda, what has been going on?\u00a0 There are also three YouTube videos related to this, titled Transgender ‘Woe to those who call evil good’<\/a> and Cross dressing and Other Assaults Against Your Children<\/a><\/span> and USA pushing gender confusion<\/a>.
    \n    The Bible Condemns Homosexuality<\/a> “Same-sex marriage” for “gays” and lesbians is becoming more acceptable to many. What does the Bible teach about homosexuality and the LGBTQ agenda?\u00a0 Can homosexuals change? A related video sermon is titled: What Does the Bible Really Teach about Homosexuality? <\/a>A short video is available titled: Gay Gene? Born That Way?<\/a>
    \n    Pornography: A scourge on society<\/a> Is pornography harmless fun? Does the Bible teach anything about it? What are the views of some involved with it? A related sermons is titled: Pornography, False Comfort, and False Religion<\/a>. Here a shorter YouTube video Pornography: Harmless Fun or a Scourge on Society? <\/span><\/a>
    \n    The Gospel of the Kingdom of God<\/a> This free online pdf booklet has answers many questions people have about the Gospel of the Kingdom of God and explains why it is the solution to the issues the world is facing. Here are links to three related sermons: The World\u2019s False Gospel<\/a>, The Gospel of the Kingdom: From the New and Old Testaments<\/a>, and The Kingdom of God is the Solution<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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