I pray daily for strength and tolerance to restrain from judging those whom I perceive as mean-spirited, judgmental and phony Christians. Case in point: Recently, some 'Christians' with strong right-wing political views and agendas were critical of Pastor Joel Olsteen and his wife, Victoria. Joel stated that he was impressed with President Obama. The Pastor said that he believed Obama is a Christian and stated that Obama is doing a good job under immense pressure. Victoria Olsteen complimented the First Lady, Michelle Obama for her committed efforts. The critical comments towards the Olsteens from the right was quick and ugly. One right-wing publication suggested that Pastor Olsteen was either an idiot to make those statements or Obama had some 'dirt' on the Olsteens.
I am not a scholar of Presidential performances, I would suspect most serving Presidents did some good and most fell short in areas while in office. I find it disturbingly disgusting that blanket hateful comments are readily offered by either political party; Especially by any party or person who claims Christ as Lord. Those who do so insult Christianity.
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