Comments on: Obama: America No Longer a Christian Nation

By: Anne

Anne — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:34:02 +0000

I found it funny the way “Muslim” was highlighted in bold letters… Islam is a religion of peace, not violence. I would suggest the author to read the Quran and see how much we Christians have in common with Muslims. In fact, the Quran mentions Jesus several times, confirms Him to be the Messiah and also speaks of his Second Coming.
Please be more open minded. Jesus asked us to love all our neighbours as we love ourselves.

By: Drew H

Drew H — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:05:14 +0000

Wow…
America has and never will be a Christian nation. The founding fathers were not Christians, but deist. Thomas Jefferson created his own Bible by taking out the miracles and deity of Christ. It is amazing to me how so many Christians are jumping on the their political parties, instead of giving their priority to Christ. Hey Christians, get a life. It’s time that we become more concerned about the needs around us, and how Christ has called us to be his beacon and light, and less concerned about politics. You want to change this country, go out and serve like Christ did.

By: James

James — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 04:03:33 +0000

No correction the constitution or “Law of the Land” clearly states that God and politics remain separate. It’s called the 1st Amendment, maybe you remember this from first grade history.

By: Gladys Rowe

Gladys Rowe — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 21:57:25 +0000

The Bible says be careful that you are not decieved. Obama is just a man with his own agenda. When Christ comes, you will not have to ask questions. There will be no doubt who the Messiah is. So just pay attention and pray. The person that comes from God will have power. Not man made power, but God’s power. I think if Obama had any power, his health care bill would be passed already. So don’t expect anything different unless you see something other than what we have already seen. The Bible says: Take heed that no one decieves you-Matthew 24:4. Thank you.

By: Julie

Julie — Tue, 19 May 2009 19:13:25 +0000

A president that claims to be a Christian but does not follow Christian beliefs ? And I do believe you know what I am talking about. (If you study your Bible, you do). Sounds to me like he needs to be saved….The president is a super star because people are so desperate for a change. Do you know what happens when desperation takes over? You get way more than what you bargained for. I personally am not too worried about our country. Everything is falling into place as the scripture says. There is really nothing we can do but keep our faith and continue into the next round until Christ comes back. We will endure plenty, but that will only make us or break us. So don’t worry. Keep praising Him. Don’t lose your faith. Be strong. That’s what He needs from us. Look at what His Son endured for us….

God Bless

By: Paul Luedtke

Paul Luedtke — Tue, 19 May 2009 14:38:08 +0000

The United States will always be a historically Christian nation. That is undeniable. One need only read history. The founders held to Christian values and realized that without those values, civil society would be impossible.

The United States, to remain the United States, will always be to have the teachings of Christ as foundational values. The United States has become as Jewish nation, and a Buddhist nation and an Hindu nation because of the tolerance spawned by Jesus teaching that we should “love our enemies.” While people of other belief are not necessarily the enemies of Christians or Christ, their beliefs are at variance. Nevertheless, the Christian exercises tolerance because of his/her love for others. That is why now, The United States is still a Christian nation, and a Jewish nation, a Buddhist nation, Hindu nation and yes, even a Muslim nation.

By: Amit

Amit — Wed, 06 May 2009 22:01:13 +0000

I am a Christian from India and come from a Hindu family. In my journey to following the One true God through Lord Jesus, I have learnt this lesson time and again. I cannot with any force of argument change any heart, however good my intentions for my family members and coworkers. That is the work of the Holy Spirit.

But I do want to share that the I have witnessed Gospel shared in love and through long suffering, self-control, kindness and other fruits of the spirit; through a life shared in compassion and in joys and sorrows of other beautiful people who do not agree with me on faith (Hindus, Muslims and others). I have seen my family come to accept Christ over a period of 4-5 years.

I also do agree that many who call us Christians as hypocrites have a good reason to do so. Somewhere down the line, we do tend to follow “Christianity rather than Christ” and are judgmental on those who disagree, and often condescending & ridiculing.

As for Obama and the debate about America being Christian nation or not – well, does that even matter? If our faith in Christ can move mountains, it can certainly bring about miracles and change hearts. So, what do we as Christians have to worry about? Why this insecurity?

Personally, I see more Christlike character in Obama in what he does and how he relates to people than some other so called Christian presidents in the U.S. who have appeared more stiff necked and terrible witnesses of our Lord in the world outside.

By: Colter

Colter — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 03:31:35 +0000

I would just like to say that I am rightly scared for our country and our people. Our nation has a common ideal on principles and values, or at least we did. These principles and values were not just determined by our founding fathers, they were a creed brought about by a much higher authority, hence all the referrals to God in the declaration of independence. The current state of our country is in a downward spiral towards civil war. Just read the posts in this dialogue. Nobody can agree on anything. The only thing everybody CAN agree on is that Obama is not a christian, yet is constantly talking about religion. Past presidents left the religion aspect alone, (well for the most part). Most presidents who brought up religion, just issued the traditional aspects of the U.S.A. and it’s religious backbone. Obama cannot seem to stay away from the religious views in his everyday talk. This can mean only one thing. Obama has a religious agenda and it does not involve christians, this is the scariest part. Change may be necessary, but not extreme liberation. Everybody can agree that the founding fathers were brilliant and we can all thank them today. Everybody can also agree that we are skewed away from our founding fathers ideals today. So why the hell can’t everybody agree that we need to focus on our roots and steer our nation in that general direction? Obama wants to befriend the muslims and forbid calling the git-mo detainees terrorists, well actually he wants to release them all, and yet these people refer to americans and christians as satan. How can this make sense?

By: Kristine O

Kristine O — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:42:28 +0000

Oh and I’m proud to be an Obama supporter who chooses not to live in fear like many christians these days. Peace.

By: Kristine O

Kristine O — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:39:29 +0000

Christians may want to learn how to attract rather than promote. Promotion is their downfall. When you try to MAKE others believers through passing laws there will always be resistance. Christ spoke of love and tolerance. He hated the hypocritical church and it’s leaders. Catholic priests (hypocrites), Tedd Haggard (hypocrite) etc. Clean your own house before worrying about the end of the USA. You don’t like abortions, don’t have one. You don’t believe gay marriage is a good thing, don’t get married if you’re gay. The greatest thing about the United States of America is that we are all free to worship or not worship. Christians do not seem to be ok with people wanting to live differently or non-christian lives. This is what causes wars. Anytime a person is sure they are right, 100% sure….run. Christians in the USA should be grateful for the opportunity to worship freely and stop being so angry about others who don’t believe what they believe. Just my two cents.