As always, this was an incredibly powerful word. Specifically, the last 10 minutes was something that every pastor needs to receive and share with their congregations, and every Christian needs to receive for themselves! Thanks Matt!!!!
Hahahahaha. This child with his ridiculous contrived hand motions. The fact that he does not step aside in humiliation is stunning….and he is perhaps texting our wives right now!!
You said a few things I've thought and said, Pastor Matt. It's always reassuring when I hear smart people say things I've thought. Blessings and keep on keepin' on.
Very good sermon, Pastor Matt. Thank you. The comment about "politics becoming theological and starting this" was powerful and helpful. I also think that perspective would help explain why the Republican Party started incorporating anti-abortion into their policy in 1972 because that was when Roe v Wade was being argued. In January 1973 the Roe ruling gave way to legalized abortion. Before then it was extremely rare and mostly illegal.
Matt, you were spot on in your analysis. You took the words out of my mouth and I feel validated when you said the exact same thing I'm thinking. I mostly bite my tongue to keep the peace and truly cannot grasp why so many can't see it the same way, too.
I was in the 11 service. I was a little skeptical that Matt was going to be able to handle this message with grace and truth. Politics brings out so much ungodly anger and frustration. Although I didn't agree with every single view he expressed, I thought he "landed the plane" beautifully. I left with an overwhelming sense of, "Gods got this!" Well done Matt.
I enjoyed this sermon and I believe Pastor Matt delivered it respectfully and thoughtfully. I agree with all that was spoken, and he confirmed my political stance. I will continue to be present with each part of this series, and actually look forward to it! Thank you Pastor for tackling this extremely difficult subject and will pray for your subsequent sermons. Thank you!
Lord Jesus, please soften the hearts and eliminate the pride of those who are still not understanding the message here. I would've never considered myself to be a prideful person until I understood what pride actually is and what humbling yourself looks like. It saddens me that any Christian would be offended by this message or scratch their head at anything he said.
It's a form of pride to believe you fully understand a stranger's heart or motives based on a simple comment. Assuming someone isn't "getting the message" because they disagree overlooks the possibility that they may have a thoughtful, faithful perspective. True humility involves listening and seeking understanding, not assuming others are prideful or offended without knowing their hearts. The whole point of Matt's sermon is for us to treat each other as image bearers.
I'll offer up some thoughts if anyone cares to consider and respond. As I've said elsewhere, almost everything was spot on and certainly when Matt spoke from and about Scripture. I just didnt get the vitriol against Trump. It struck me as kinda odd as if he had some deep, personal beef against the man (perhaps the presentation I heard was more or less biting than this one). And if it's being suggested that Christians take an antagonistic or cold attitude toward politics, maybe that's safe, but I'm inclined to believe that matters of politics are more worthy of our excitement, fervor, and keen interest than the Dallas Cowboys or Taylor Swift. I think that if we keep our heads and understand that our relationship with politicians is purley transactional and that they actually work for us, regardless of what they themselves may think, then we can be free to enjoy the process.
I think his vitriol was coming out of a place of frustration that he believes Trump has pulled many Christians away into thinking he is their savior instead of Christ, for his own self gain like he alluded to earlier. It’s a pastor trying to protect his sheep from deceit. I think that is where the emotion is coming from. I have watched a lot of Chandler’s sermons over the years, and I don’t think he means we should take a “cold attitude” towards politics. If anything the fact that he is doing this series, and for 6 weeks, shows that he believes we have a responsibility to be actively involved. I just think he is trying to emphasize our allegiance doesn’t lie with either side in this intro. I’m sure he is going to expand on what he thinks this looks like more practically over the coming weeks.
Trump is selling expensive Bibles with American flags on them. For a mere thousand dollars, you can get said Bible autographed by Trump himself. This is a man any serious Christian should have plenty of nothing to do with. He is an Antichrist, quite literally. The vitriol is more than warranted.
@@CliffdogRussell I think the emphasis is welcome and needed, but I don't think Trump has pulled Christians away from anything; and I have no insight into Trump's motives for running other than what he claims and his first term performance; I think that's the fairest criteria anyone can use to judge him, and anything else is conjecture at best. Yes, I'm guessing that there is something in it for him, but then, no one works for free. And to blame Trump for pulling away Christians from Christ (if these people even exist), I think is to make him a scapegoat for a hypothetical group's unfounded and really strange theology. Again, if these people exist, then their problem is more fundamental than Trump's rhetoric - like maybe bad teaching, lack or rejection of community, or mental health issues. So to me, the person who sees any threat to the Church in Trump either thinks to much of Trump or too little of his fellow believers and hence too much of himself. I'm not here making an accusation against Matt; I'm just trying to follow these thoughts out.
@@CliffdogRussellI think the emphasis is welcome and needed, but I don't think Trump has pulled Christians away from anything; and I have no insight into Trump's motives for running other than what he claims and his first term performance; I think that's a fair assessment, and anything else is conjecture at best. I'm guessing that there is something in it for him, but then, no one works for free. And to blame Trump for pulling away Christians from Christ (if these people even exist), I think is to make him a scapegoat for other's unfounded and really strange decision-making. Again, if these people exist, then I think their problem is more fundamental than Trump's rhetoric - like bad teaching, lack or rejection of community, or mental health issues. So, to me, the person that sees a threat to the Church in Trump may think too much of Trump or too little of his fellow believers and hence too much of himself. Im not here making any accusations against Matt; I'm just following these thoughts out.
@CliffdogRussell I think the emphasis is welcome and needed, but I don't think Trump has pulled Christians away from anything; and I have no insight into Trump's motives for running other than what he claims and his first term performance; I think that's a fair assessment, and anything else is conjecture at best. I'm guessing that there is something in it for him, but then, no one works for free. And to blame Trump for pulling away Christians from Christ (if these people even exist), I think is to make him a scapegoat for other's unfounded and really strange decision-making. Again, if these people exist, then I think their problem is more fundamental than Trump's rhetoric - like bad teaching, lack or rejection of community, or mental health issues. So, to me, the person that sees a threat to the Church in Trump may think too much of Trump or too little of his fellow believers and hence too much of himself. Im not here making any accusations against Matt; I'm just following these thoughts out.
We love you Pastor Matt from British Columbia, Canada. Goin thru some stuff please could you pray for Brandy & Chad were really going thru it. Bless all of the Village family.
I am so saddened and horrified that a pastor would advocate acting confounded in an extremely critical election year. To those who may not be familiar with the exact definition of CONFOUNDED: to express with anger or annoyance. To be confused or perplexed; damned. If recommending political “limbo” or, abstinence is Mr. Chandler’s answer, as he admits to his blood boiling and being so confused as to whether he can agree with the policies of the right, remember this: 40 million Christians don’t vote. 15 million aren’t even registered. Voting is a right, a duty, a privilege and a responsibility! A Christian should vote in as close alliance with policies that align with Biblical principles. Christians, of all people, should vote! Only the right’s policies align with the teachings of Jesus… pro-God, pro-family, pro-child, pro-life, pro-free speech, pro-freedom! If Trump’s policy on abortion is not sufficiently pro-life for you, just know that not voting for him WILL result in more dead babies. Do you know that 10 states have the most pro-life laws EVER, thanks to Trump?? They will all go away if he is not elected. Pregnancy centers will now be under assault and pro-life advocates will be under constant legal threats. And- what about the hundreds of thousands of children being trafficked over the border? VOTE LIKE MILLIONS OF LIVES DEPEND ON IT…BECAUSE THEY DO!!!! People fought, bled & died to give you the right to live in a democracy & in the greatest country of the world. Although Mr. Chandler states the left is demonic, he criticized the right’s charter, its policies and its candidate. I have never heard a pastor call another person a liar, or repeat demonizing rhetoric like,”orange man bad” or say that someone is not trustworthy… especially a former president of our country from his pulpit… ( or in this case, a huge, theatrical stage.) Where is the Christian example? Where is there any fruit of the spirit in this sermon? Yes, I know, Mr. Chandler doesn’t care if you like him or even stay in his church. He elaborated by saying he may not like you either. Nice… I guess that’s my cue to turn my other cheek, right Mr.Pastor? A good pastor will tell you to follow Jesus. A good cult leader will tell you to follow him. Village Church… wake up! Make sure that your coffee bar is actually serving coffee and not some of that “ special “ kool-aid. A good shepherd / pastor leads his flock /congregation to paths of righteousness, not to their destruction. Ephesians 6:12 ( KJV) How do Christians fight “ against rulers, against authorities, against the powers of this dark world” if we do not participate in politics?
I think the point of the message was to not to ever put our hope and faith in mere mortals which includes the republican party. But instead to hold Jesus as our only hope, our only true authority in this world. I think you missed that, entirely. Vote for who you think lines up with our values the most, but do not replace Jesus for them. That’s the point.
The right's policies are anti-Christ in the extreme. They're not pro-family or pro-life. They're pro capitalism, the engine of which is greed, and pro nationalism, the engine of which is me-first-at-the-expense-of-everyone-in other countries. Now, liberals are not good either, because they're the other corporate party of international business and American hegemony, which spells DEATH to people in struggling countries (and poor people here in America too). But the socialist left is actually pro-life. It's anti-war, anti-capitalist, and anti-nationalist. Think what you will on abortion, but neither side, at least in this election, is actually against that. In short, you're correct not to vote for Democrats, but you're sorely mistaken in thinking there's anything Christian about the right.
@@SamuelDiaz21 Unfortunately, clarity is needed. I believe you missed my point, entirely. Jesus is the forever King of Kings and Lord of Lords! He is the Alpha and Omega! He is everything! Jesus has been on the thrown for 10,000 years and will be there 10 million more. However… VOTING IS AN ACT OF DUTY, NOT OF WORSHIP. I encouraged Christians to vote, not put their faith and hope in the Republican Party or mere mortals. Of the 90 million professed evangelicals in the United States, 40 million don’t vote! Again, 15 million aren’t registered! But, to vote in accordance with the teachings of Jesus, would be a vote for the Republican Party/candidate. There is no other choice this time. God has instructed us to be good citizens and good stewards of what we have been given… that includes our country and the people placed in positions of power to govern it. That all happens because of the electoral process. We are not voting for a Messiah, Savior or King… we already have all three! But God, with all sovereignty and loving wisdom, grants us the daily ability to make choices between good and evil in all areas of our life. Therefore, elections matter: Not to replace or diminish the ONE TRUE KING, but, as an opportunity thank God for the abundance of goodness HE has given us through the privilege we have in the voting process to care for and preserve this awesome country we get to call home. God bless the USA!
@@SamuelDiaz21 and you missed this commenter's point, Samuel. There is a way to state what you've said so clearly, without all of the distractions and overwrought emotions. It's good that you're able to extract Matt's main idea, but all the other stuff only serves to muck it up for so many others. Now, instead of giving our energized "yes and amen" to the kernel of truth in this message, we're stuck now wading through this irresponsible mess.
You're not listening, friend. His blood (and mine) boils when people claim a MAN is our messiah. We already have a messiah and He's ruling and reigning in the heavens. Have you not heard the false praise from our brothers and sisters who follow Trump, calling him messiah, chosen by God, like he was anointed and walks in ANY kind of piety or godliness? Isn't he just another Saul, who as you recall God cursed his own people with. Matt is literally telling us to follow Jesus, not the system of this world. He is telling us to rest in Jesus' work of righteousness, not rely on the false 'righteousness' of a political party (BOTH of which tug at us with their own definitions of righteousness). You should vote, but you should also know that God's will isn't thwarted by which way the ballots go.
I respect Matt Chandler and have listened to him for 13 years now, though I disagree with him. Chandler criticizes the Republican Party for manipulating Christians into a frenzy over abortion, yet he uses emotionally charged rhetoric himself, likening modern laws to ancient child sacrifice. This tactic stirs his audience much like the frenzy he accuses the Republicans of creating. If his critique of the Republican Party is valid, then his own emotional rhetoric should be viewed critically, as it mirrors the tactics he condemns, weakening his argument. I hope this is helpful to read as I want things to improve.
Your comment shows you missed the point. Conveying emotion while speaking the truth is certainly not comparable. No side is good. No side is saving us. Both sides are evil. I am SO grateful he's using his position to speak the truth the Church so desperately needs to hear.
@@InHisImage999 I understand you may not see the language as fear-inducing, but strong words can unintentionally create fear. Proverbs 15:1 says, "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Comparing abortion to child sacrifice, where a post-birth, conscious child was tortured and killed, is extreme and not the same. This comparison suggests our society is equally evil, causing fear, guilt, or anxiety instead of understanding. And if you respond please stay on target, I never said one side was better than the other nor do I THINK they will save me.
The Proverbs verse you used insinuated that Chandler's words were harsh. They weren't harsh, it's truth, based on scripture. So again, what you are perceiving as harsh or emotionally driven tactics is simply the hard truth that folks don't want to hear and it's unfair to call what Chandler is hoping to achieve with his sermon is comparable to political manipulation. Furthermore, abortion IS child sacrifice, no matter the developmental stage of the human. All abortion is child sacrifice, our society IS s equally as evil, and if you can't see that, we won't get anywhere in this back and forth.
I hope his anger was for Jesus and Christians. I think he messed up when describing party’s and republicans using abortion. That’s actually not true. It’s his opinion…the law on abortion happened because of a real situation. It was bound to come at some point. What is interesting is people are angered by abortions. Primarily Christians and Catholics. I’m willing for constructive conversation. There are imperfect people who lie and imperfect people who hide. You tell me which party does more than the other. Donald trump going back to the 80’s has literally always been the same person and believes the same views. You pick the better party of the two. To vote Democrat is in fact approving all of the demonic invasion this country has seen in the last 4 years. We knew it was going on before but now it is being accepted. That must stop for the sake of God.
Brother, there are no perfect pastors. Everyone one of us is fallen. It's best to get a variety of viewpoints from different theological circles and prayerfully come to our own conclusions based on: (1) a historical orthodox understanding of scripture, (2) counsel from a variety of solid Christian pastors, (3) church history and writings of church fathers. I believe his position is very reasonable.
Now I see why America is in its current state. Just by watching the first minute of this video, you can tell how fake, scripted, superficial, and pathetic it is.
It's a disclaimer the Village puts before all their sermons, to encourage people not to 'avoid meeting together as is the habit of some', but to get plugged into a living breathing body of Christ, lest you wither alone, thinking all you need is yourself and your sermons.
As always, this was an incredibly powerful word. Specifically, the last 10 minutes was something that every pastor needs to receive and share with their congregations, and every Christian needs to receive for themselves! Thanks Matt!!!!
Hahahahaha. This child with his ridiculous contrived hand motions. The fact that he does not step aside in humiliation is stunning….and he is perhaps texting our wives right now!!
Fantastic message! Thank you!
I don’t know if the congregation has gotten more vocal, or if they’re finally being mic’d but I’m HERE for it. 😍
You said a few things I've thought and said, Pastor Matt. It's always reassuring when I hear smart people say things I've thought. Blessings and keep on keepin' on.
Very good sermon, Pastor Matt. Thank you.
The comment about "politics becoming theological and starting this" was powerful and helpful. I also think that perspective would help explain why the Republican Party started incorporating anti-abortion into their policy in 1972 because that was when Roe v Wade was being argued. In January 1973 the Roe ruling gave way to legalized abortion. Before then it was extremely rare and mostly illegal.
Matt, you were spot on in your analysis. You took the words out of my mouth and I feel validated when you said the exact same thing I'm thinking. I mostly bite my tongue to keep the peace and truly cannot grasp why so many can't see it the same way, too.
Hurray for your biblical message Matt... what a relief.
I was in the 11 service. I was a little skeptical that Matt was going to be able to handle this message with grace and truth. Politics brings out so much ungodly anger and frustration. Although I didn't agree with every single view he expressed, I thought he "landed the plane" beautifully. I left with an overwhelming sense of, "Gods got this!" Well done Matt.
He handles his personal message as expected. Clownish, childish.
Whooooo King Jesus for the win, no matter what
This is Truth 💯!
Great job, Matt!! 🎉
PREACH!
“I’m not getting political, they get theological and started it.”
Wow
Pastor Matt, it feels as though we’ve been pastored/ thank you God for direction. For clarification-praise king Jesus. Elizabeth
Amen
I enjoyed this sermon and I believe Pastor Matt delivered it respectfully and thoughtfully. I agree with all that was spoken, and he confirmed my political stance. I will continue to be present with each part of this series, and actually look forward to it! Thank you Pastor for tackling this extremely difficult subject and will pray for your subsequent sermons. Thank you!
Thank you, Pastor Matt!
Yeah, thanks and please don’t text my wife or daughter.
Lord Jesus, please soften the hearts and eliminate the pride of those who are still not understanding the message here. I would've never considered myself to be a prideful person until I understood what pride actually is and what humbling yourself looks like. It saddens me that any Christian would be offended by this message or scratch their head at anything he said.
It's a form of pride to believe you fully understand a stranger's heart or motives based on a simple comment. Assuming someone isn't "getting the message" because they disagree overlooks the possibility that they may have a thoughtful, faithful perspective. True humility involves listening and seeking understanding, not assuming others are prideful or offended without knowing their hearts. The whole point of Matt's sermon is for us to treat each other as image bearers.
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That didn't strike me as woke. If you see the obvious comparison between abortion advocacy and ancient paganism, you're not woke.
I'll offer up some thoughts if anyone cares to consider and respond. As I've said elsewhere, almost everything was spot on and certainly when Matt spoke from and about Scripture. I just didnt get the vitriol against Trump. It struck me as kinda odd as if he had some deep, personal beef against the man (perhaps the presentation I heard was more or less biting than this one). And if it's being suggested that Christians take an antagonistic or cold attitude toward politics, maybe that's safe, but I'm inclined to believe that matters of politics are more worthy of our excitement, fervor, and keen interest than the Dallas Cowboys or Taylor Swift. I think that if we keep our heads and understand that our relationship with politicians is purley transactional and that they actually work for us, regardless of what they themselves may think, then we can be free to enjoy the process.
I think his vitriol was coming out of a place of frustration that he believes Trump has pulled many Christians away into thinking he is their savior instead of Christ, for his own self gain like he alluded to earlier. It’s a pastor trying to protect his sheep from deceit. I think that is where the emotion is coming from.
I have watched a lot of Chandler’s sermons over the years, and I don’t think he means we should take a “cold attitude” towards politics. If anything the fact that he is doing this series, and for 6 weeks, shows that he believes we have a responsibility to be actively involved. I just think he is trying to emphasize our allegiance doesn’t lie with either side in this intro. I’m sure he is going to expand on what he thinks this looks like more practically over the coming weeks.
Trump is selling expensive Bibles with American flags on them. For a mere thousand dollars, you can get said Bible autographed by Trump himself.
This is a man any serious Christian should have plenty of nothing to do with. He is an Antichrist, quite literally. The vitriol is more than warranted.
@@CliffdogRussell I think the emphasis is welcome and needed, but I don't think Trump has pulled Christians away from anything; and I have no insight into Trump's motives for running other than what he claims and his first term performance; I think that's the fairest criteria anyone can use to judge him, and anything else is conjecture at best. Yes, I'm guessing that there is something in it for him, but then, no one works for free. And to blame Trump for pulling away Christians from Christ (if these people even exist), I think is to make him a scapegoat for a hypothetical group's unfounded and really strange theology. Again, if these people exist, then their problem is more fundamental than Trump's rhetoric - like maybe bad teaching, lack or rejection of community, or mental health issues. So to me, the person who sees any threat to the Church in Trump either thinks to much of Trump or too little of his fellow believers and hence too much of himself. I'm not here making an accusation against Matt; I'm just trying to follow these thoughts out.
@@CliffdogRussellI think the emphasis is welcome and needed, but I don't think Trump has pulled Christians away from anything; and I have no insight into Trump's motives for running other than what he claims and his first term performance; I think that's a fair assessment, and anything else is conjecture at best. I'm guessing that there is something in it for him, but then, no one works for free.
And to blame Trump for pulling away Christians from Christ (if these people even exist), I think is to make him a scapegoat for other's unfounded and really strange decision-making. Again, if these people exist, then I think their problem is more fundamental than Trump's rhetoric - like bad teaching, lack or rejection of community, or mental health issues.
So, to me, the person that sees a threat to the Church in Trump may think too much of Trump or too little of his fellow believers and hence too much of himself. Im not here making any accusations against Matt; I'm just following these thoughts out.
@CliffdogRussell I think the emphasis is welcome and needed, but I don't think Trump has pulled Christians away from anything; and I have no insight into Trump's motives for running other than what he claims and his first term performance; I think that's a fair assessment, and anything else is conjecture at best. I'm guessing that there is something in it for him, but then, no one works for free.
And to blame Trump for pulling away Christians from Christ (if these people even exist), I think is to make him a scapegoat for other's unfounded and really strange decision-making. Again, if these people exist, then I think their problem is more fundamental than Trump's rhetoric - like bad teaching, lack or rejection of community, or mental health issues.
So, to me, the person that sees a threat to the Church in Trump may think too much of Trump or too little of his fellow believers and hence too much of himself. Im not here making any accusations against Matt; I'm just following these thoughts out.
We love you Pastor Matt from British Columbia, Canada. Goin thru some stuff please could you pray for Brandy & Chad were really going thru it. Bless all of the Village family.
I am so saddened and horrified that a pastor would advocate acting confounded in an extremely critical election year.
To those who may not be familiar with the exact definition of CONFOUNDED:
to express with anger or annoyance. To be confused or perplexed; damned.
If recommending political “limbo” or, abstinence is Mr. Chandler’s answer, as he admits to his blood boiling and being so confused as to whether he can agree with the policies of the right, remember this:
40 million Christians don’t vote. 15 million aren’t even registered. Voting is a right, a duty, a privilege and a responsibility! A Christian should vote in as close alliance with policies that align with Biblical principles.
Christians, of all people, should vote! Only the right’s policies align with the teachings of Jesus… pro-God, pro-family, pro-child, pro-life, pro-free speech, pro-freedom!
If Trump’s policy on abortion is not sufficiently pro-life for you, just know that not voting for him WILL result in more dead babies. Do you know that 10 states have the most pro-life laws EVER, thanks to Trump?? They will all go away if he is not elected. Pregnancy centers will now be under assault and pro-life advocates will be under constant legal threats. And- what about the hundreds of thousands of children being trafficked over the border?
VOTE LIKE MILLIONS OF LIVES DEPEND ON IT…BECAUSE THEY DO!!!!
People fought, bled & died to give you the right to live in a democracy & in the greatest country of the world.
Although Mr. Chandler states the left is demonic, he criticized the right’s charter, its policies and its candidate.
I have never heard a pastor call another person a liar, or repeat demonizing rhetoric like,”orange man bad” or say that someone is not trustworthy… especially a former president of our country from his pulpit… ( or in this case, a huge, theatrical stage.)
Where is the Christian example? Where is there any fruit of the spirit in this sermon? Yes, I know, Mr. Chandler doesn’t care if you like him or even stay in his church. He elaborated by saying he may not like you either. Nice… I guess that’s my cue to turn my other cheek, right Mr.Pastor?
A good pastor will tell you to follow Jesus.
A good cult leader will tell you to follow him.
Village Church… wake up!
Make sure that your coffee bar is actually serving coffee and not some of that “ special “ kool-aid.
A good shepherd / pastor leads his flock /congregation to paths of righteousness, not to their destruction.
Ephesians 6:12 ( KJV)
How do Christians fight “ against rulers, against authorities, against the powers of this dark world” if we do not participate in politics?
I think the point of the message was to not to ever put our hope and faith in mere mortals which includes the republican party. But instead to hold Jesus as our only hope, our only true authority in this world. I think you missed that, entirely. Vote for who you think lines up with our values the most, but do not replace Jesus for them. That’s the point.
The right's policies are anti-Christ in the extreme. They're not pro-family or pro-life. They're pro capitalism, the engine of which is greed, and pro nationalism, the engine of which is me-first-at-the-expense-of-everyone-in other countries. Now, liberals are not good either, because they're the other corporate party of international business and American hegemony, which spells DEATH to people in struggling countries (and poor people here in America too). But the socialist left is actually pro-life. It's anti-war, anti-capitalist, and anti-nationalist. Think what you will on abortion, but neither side, at least in this election, is actually against that. In short, you're correct not to vote for Democrats, but you're sorely mistaken in thinking there's anything Christian about the right.
@@SamuelDiaz21
Unfortunately, clarity is needed. I believe you missed my point, entirely.
Jesus is the forever King of Kings and Lord of Lords! He is the Alpha and Omega! He is everything!
Jesus has been on the thrown for 10,000 years and will be there 10 million more.
However… VOTING IS AN ACT OF DUTY, NOT OF WORSHIP.
I encouraged Christians to vote, not put their faith and hope in the Republican Party or mere mortals. Of the 90 million professed evangelicals in the United States, 40 million don’t vote! Again, 15 million aren’t registered!
But, to vote in accordance with the teachings of Jesus, would be a vote for
the Republican Party/candidate. There is no other choice this time.
God has instructed us to be good citizens and good stewards of what we have been given… that includes our country and the people placed in positions of power to govern it. That all happens because of the electoral process.
We are not voting for a Messiah, Savior or King… we already have all three!
But God, with all sovereignty and loving wisdom, grants us the daily ability to make choices between good and evil in all areas of our life. Therefore, elections matter:
Not to replace or diminish the ONE TRUE KING, but, as an opportunity thank God for the abundance of goodness HE has given us through the privilege we have in the voting process to care for and preserve this awesome country we get to call home.
God bless the USA!
@@SamuelDiaz21 and you missed this commenter's point, Samuel. There is a way to state what you've said so clearly, without all of the distractions and overwrought emotions. It's good that you're able to extract Matt's main idea, but all the other stuff only serves to muck it up for so many others. Now, instead of giving our energized "yes and amen" to the kernel of truth in this message, we're stuck now wading through this irresponsible mess.
You're not listening, friend. His blood (and mine) boils when people claim a MAN is our messiah. We already have a messiah and He's ruling and reigning in the heavens. Have you not heard the false praise from our brothers and sisters who follow Trump, calling him messiah, chosen by God, like he was anointed and walks in ANY kind of piety or godliness? Isn't he just another Saul, who as you recall God cursed his own people with.
Matt is literally telling us to follow Jesus, not the system of this world. He is telling us to rest in Jesus' work of righteousness, not rely on the false 'righteousness' of a political party (BOTH of which tug at us with their own definitions of righteousness). You should vote, but you should also know that God's will isn't thwarted by which way the ballots go.
I respect Matt Chandler and have listened to him for 13 years now, though I disagree with him. Chandler criticizes the Republican Party for manipulating Christians into a frenzy over abortion, yet he uses emotionally charged rhetoric himself, likening modern laws to ancient child sacrifice. This tactic stirs his audience much like the frenzy he accuses the Republicans of creating. If his critique of the Republican Party is valid, then his own emotional rhetoric should be viewed critically, as it mirrors the tactics he condemns, weakening his argument. I hope this is helpful to read as I want things to improve.
Your comment shows you missed the point. Conveying emotion while speaking the truth is certainly not comparable. No side is good. No side is saving us. Both sides are evil. I am SO grateful he's using his position to speak the truth the Church so desperately needs to hear.
@@InHisImage999 I understand you may not see the language as fear-inducing, but strong words can unintentionally create fear. Proverbs 15:1 says, "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Comparing abortion to child sacrifice, where a post-birth, conscious child was tortured and killed, is extreme and not the same. This comparison suggests our society is equally evil, causing fear, guilt, or anxiety instead of understanding. And if you respond please stay on target, I never said one side was better than the other nor do I THINK they will save me.
The Proverbs verse you used insinuated that Chandler's words were harsh. They weren't harsh, it's truth, based on scripture. So again, what you are perceiving as harsh or emotionally driven tactics is simply the hard truth that folks don't want to hear and it's unfair to call what Chandler is hoping to achieve with his sermon is comparable to political manipulation.
Furthermore, abortion IS child sacrifice, no matter the developmental stage of the human. All abortion is child sacrifice, our society IS s equally as evil, and if you can't see that, we won't get anywhere in this back and forth.
I hope his anger was for Jesus and Christians. I think he messed up when describing party’s and republicans using abortion. That’s actually not true. It’s his opinion…the law on abortion happened because of a real situation.
It was bound to come at some point. What is interesting is people are angered by abortions. Primarily Christians and Catholics.
I’m willing for constructive conversation.
There are imperfect people who lie and imperfect people who hide. You tell me which party does more than the other. Donald trump going back to the 80’s has literally always been the same person and believes the same views. You pick the better party of the two. To vote Democrat is in fact approving all of the demonic invasion this country has seen in the last 4 years. We knew it was going on before but now it is being accepted. That must stop for the sake of God.
Brother, there are no perfect pastors. Everyone one of us is fallen. It's best to get a variety of viewpoints from different theological circles and prayerfully come to our own conclusions based on: (1) a historical orthodox understanding of scripture, (2) counsel from a variety of solid Christian pastors, (3) church history and writings of church fathers.
I believe his position is very reasonable.
Now I see why America is in its current state. Just by watching the first minute of this video, you can tell how fake, scripted, superficial, and pathetic it is.
It's a disclaimer the Village puts before all their sermons, to encourage people not to 'avoid meeting together as is the habit of some', but to get plugged into a living breathing body of Christ, lest you wither alone, thinking all you need is yourself and your sermons.