Nailing MAGA’s Fake Christians to the Rhetorical Cross
It’s time to reclaim Christianity from MAGA’s Betrayal
This article is part of our Counterpoints Series, where we dismantle the right’s false narratives, expose their hypocrisy, and reclaim the conversation. For more articles in the series, click here to browse the full collection.
MAGA claims to represent Christian values, but their actions betray those very principles. From vilifying immigrants to cutting support for the poor and embracing greed, their agenda stands in stark contrast to the teachings of Jesus Christ. Their version of Christianity is not about faith—it’s about power, control, and the relentless pursuit of wealth.
Here’s the truth—from a former Christian, now agnostic: Reclaiming Christianity doesn’t require being religious—Jesus’ values of justice, compassion, and love are universal. True Christians, alongside allies of all faiths and none, have a moral duty to expose MAGA’s false prophets and their betrayal of faith.
To accomplish this, this article introduces a rhetorical strategy to dismantle their pretense, inspired by the “Anti-MAGA Rhetorical Battleplan” diagram. Central to this strategy are Slogan Attacks, Slogan Counterattacks, and Nuanced Attacks. Understanding these tools is critical to flipping the script, putting them on the defensive, and keeping them there
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What Are These Tactics?
Slogan Attacks: Blunt, provocative statements designed to grab attention and immediately force the other side onto the defensive.
Example: “Why does MAGA worship wealth when Jesus said it’s easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter heaven?”Slogan Counterattacks: These flip the narrative when the right attempts to go on the offensive, redirecting the spotlight back onto their hypocrisy.
Examples:“Immigrants aren’t a threat to America—YOU are, when you reject Christ’s teaching to welcome the stranger.”
“How can you claim to follow Jesus while building policies that crucify the poor?”
Nuanced Attacks: Specific, detailed arguments used to push deeper when the right tries to defend their position.
Example: “MAGA’s version of Christianity glorifies wealth and rejects the poor. Why should a gospel of greed represent Christ when he explicitly condemned hoarding riches and praised the meek?”
Slogan Attacks:
"Why does MAGA love Caesar’s coins more than Christ’s teachings?"
"MAGA Christianity: Turning temples into money-changing scams since 2016."
With these tools in mind, we need to set the ground rules for how to engage effectively and dismantle MAGA’s pretense of faith.
Step 1: Setting Parameters for Engagement
Before diving into specific tactics, let’s lay down the ground rules. MAGA operates on bad faith, hypocrisy, and a complete disregard for the principles they claim to uphold. They misuse Christianity as a weapon while betraying its core teachings. We’re not here to play by their rules or let them control the narrative. Instead, we’ll ensure that every engagement drives home one undeniable truth: there are no real Christians in MAGA. At best, they don’t believe in Jesus at all and use Christianity as a shield. At worst, they embody the very hypocrites Jesus abhorred—those who claim to love God but betray Him with their actions. Remember, these are the one group Jesus ever specifically condemns to hell:
You travel over land and sea to win a single convert, and when you have succeeded, you make them twice as much a child of hell as you are… you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice, mercy and faithfulness … You snakes! You brood of vipers! How will you escape being condemned to hell? (Matthew 23)
Here’s how we’re going to frame every interaction:
1. Zero Charitability
Internet debaters might tell you to always be charitable to your opponent. Forget that. This isn’t a Bible study group, and MAGA will NEVER extend you that privilege. These are the people who claim to follow Jesus while building walls to keep out strangers, cutting food aid for the hungry, and hoarding wealth as if they can take it to heaven. Until they stop with their hypocrisy, they deserve none of your respect. Zero charitability. Zero benefit of the doubt. Treat them exactly how they’ve earned it.
2. Always Call Their False Christianity What It Is: Hypocrisy
Let’s not sugarcoat it. MAGA’s version of Christianity is a fraud. They twist scripture to justify cruelty, greed, and power. Jesus called out hypocrisy directly, condemning those who used religion to mask their selfishness and moral corruption. MAGA is no different. Their policies and rhetoric bear no resemblance to the Gospel, and they hate being called out for it. Good. That’s why we’re going to expose their hypocrisy every single time.
3. Patriotism is On Our Side
The Constitution demands the separation of church and state, and true Christian values demand justice and compassion. If MAGA claims to love America while imposing a theocratic agenda that betrays Jesus’ teachings, we’re going to assume they hate both the Gospel and the Constitution. Full stop. These are the same people who ban books while claiming to protect freedom, and who enrich the powerful while pretending to help the poor. When someone spits on both Jesus and the Constitution, they deserve to be called out as an enemy of both faith and democracy.
4. Hypocrisy is Their Bread and Butter
MAGA Christians have more cognitive dissonance in their heads than prosperity preachers have mansions. Their deception knows no bounds. They’ll claim to protect “Christian values” while ripping children from their parents’ arms at the border. They’ll preach about “Christian love” while cheering cuts to healthcare for the sick. They celebrate tax cuts for billionaires while gutting programs that feed hungry children, all while claiming to follow the one who said, “Whatever you did for the least of these, you did for me.” Their lies are endless, and when we call them out, we’re going straight for the jugular. No half-measures. No soft landings. Their hypocrisy isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a betrayal of both faith and morality.
5. Separate the Cult from the Individual
Every engagement must challenge the individual to disown MAGA’s fake Christianity. Begin by ravaging the cult’s hypocrisy—expose how MAGA’s values betray the Gospel. Then, shift the focus to them directly with questions that demand introspection:
“Is this who YOU are?”
“Is this what it means to YOU to be a Christian?”
Don’t let them hide behind vague justifications or groupthink. Make it personal: “The Gospels clearly show that Jesus has sentenced this filth to hell. Do you truly believe that siding with policies that starve the poor, reject the sick, and hoard wealth honors Him?”
This approach forces the individual to confront a stark choice: either claim MAGA’s fake values as their own or separate themselves from the cult and its hypocrisy. Most people, when confronted with such explicit contradictions, won’t want to associate their personal faith with MAGA’s blatant betrayal of the Gospel.
The goal is to make them see that the cult’s hypocrisy isn’t just a failure of faith—it’s a complete moral collapse condemned by Jesus Himself.
Let’s move forward with this framework in mind as we break down exactly how to dismantle their arguments. Each tactic we discuss will build on these principles to flip the script, put them on the defensive, and keep them there. Our ultimate goal is clear: to expose that MAGA’s version of Christianity is a fraud, unworthy of Jesus’ name. Whether through their own words or actions, we will show how they betray everything Christianity stands for.
Step 2: Exposing MAGA’s Attack on the Poor and the Sick
MAGA’s claims to Christianity crumble under even the slightest scrutiny. Their policies that gut safety nets for the poor and the sick aren’t just political decisions—they’re moral failures that directly contradict the teachings of Jesus Christ. The Gospel commands believers to care for “the least of these” (Matthew 25:40), yet MAGA’s agenda actively abandons them. Every engagement must highlight this hypocrisy and force the individual to reckon with it.
The Harm They Want You to Ignore
MAGA Christians would have you believe that slashing safety nets is about “fiscal responsibility” or “promoting self-reliance.” But the reality is far more cruel: these policies devastate the most vulnerable. They force families to choose between food and rent, deny lifesaving healthcare to the sick, and trap people in cycles of poverty. The Gospel calls for compassion and justice, but MAGA’s version of Christianity rejects both.
When engaging, don’t let the focus stay on abstract debates or ideological justifications. Make it personal. Ask:
“Is this who YOU are?”
“Is this what it means to YOU to be a Christian?”
Then hold up the mirror of scripture: “Because the Gospels clearly show that Jesus condemned this hypocrisy to hell.” (Matthew 23:33).
Examples of Engagement
What They Might Say:
“Cutting welfare programs helps reduce dependency and encourages hard work.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus didn’t say, ‘Blessed are the self-reliant.’ He said, ‘Blessed are the poor.’” (Luke 6:20–21: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.”)
“What part of ‘feed the hungry’ sounds like ‘cut their food stamps’ to you?” (Matthew 25:35: “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat.”)
“Is letting children starve your idea of promoting Christian values?” (Matthew 18:6: “If anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in me—to stumble, it would be better for them to have a large millstone hung around their neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea.”)
Follow up with:
“Is this who YOU are? Do YOU believe this reflects the Gospel?”
What They Might Say:
“Healthcare isn’t a right—it’s a privilege. People need to earn it.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus healed the sick for free. Why does MAGA want to charge them?” (Matthew 10:8: “Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.”)
“Do you think Jesus asked for payment before curing the blind?” (John 9:6–7: “He spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the man’s eyes. ‘Go,’ he told him, ‘wash in the Pool of Siloam.’ So the man went and washed, and came home seeing.”)
“How is denying healthcare to the poor anything but cruelty?” (Matthew 14:14: “When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick.”)
Follow up with:
“Is this what YOU believe it means to follow Jesus? Do YOU think this is what He would do?”
What They Might Say:
“Christian charity should come from individuals, not the government.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus didn’t qualify his command to care for the poor with ‘only if it’s private charity.’” (Luke 6:30: “Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back.”)
“You’ve gutted charity programs and expect individuals to fix the mess? That’s not compassion—it’s a cop-out.” (Matthew 5:42: “Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.”)
“If you’re so worried about charity, why do your tax cuts only help billionaires?” (Mark 12:41–44: “This poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on.”)
Follow up with:
“Does this represent YOUR faith? Because Jesus was clear that neglecting the poor leads to condemnation.”
Slogan Attacks to Initiate Engagement
Sometimes you need to start the engagement to put them on the defensive:
“Why do you like starving children with your ‘Christian’ policies?” (Matthew 19:14: “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them.”)
“Jesus healed the sick, but you’d rather let them die uninsured. Is that your idea of following Him?” (Matthew 9:35: “Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness.”)
“How does cutting food aid align with ‘loving your neighbor as yourself’?” (Mark 12:31: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”)
Turning the Mirror Back on Them
The Bible leaves no room for doubt about what Jesus valued. He fed the hungry, healed the sick, and welcomed the outcast. MAGA’s policies, by contrast, inflict suffering on the most vulnerable. They hoard wealth, cut aid, and punish the poor—all while cloaking their actions in the language of faith.
The goal here is not just to expose MAGA’s hypocrisy but to challenge the individual. Ask them to explain how starving the poor, abandoning the sick, and rejecting the needy reflect their personal faith. Make it clear that this isn’t just about politics—it’s about whether they truly believe their actions align with Jesus’ teachings.
Their hypocrisy isn’t just a failure of faith; it’s a moral collapse that Jesus Himself condemned. Push them to make a choice: align with MAGA’s values or reject the cult and reclaim the Gospel’s true message.
Step 3: Exposing MAGA’s War on the Stranger and the Weak
MAGA’s anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies stand in direct opposition to one of the clearest messages in the Gospels: welcome the stranger. Jesus consistently preached compassion for the outsider, yet MAGA uses fear and hatred to vilify immigrants, refugees, and the vulnerable. This is not just a failure of policy—it’s a betrayal of the very essence of the Gospel.
The Harm They Want You to Ignore
MAGA’s rhetoric paints immigrants as criminals, invaders, or freeloaders, justifying cruel policies like family separation, prolonged detention, and deportation raids. The reality is far different: these are families fleeing violence, poverty, and persecution, seeking safety and opportunity. Jesus made no distinction between native-born and outsider; His command to love and care for others was universal.
In Matthew 25:35, Jesus says: “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” Every time MAGA pushes policies or rhetoric that demonizes immigrants, they reject this command.
When engaging on this topic, focus on their personal faith. Ask:
“Is this who YOU are?”
“Is this what it means to YOU to follow Jesus?”
Hold up the Gospels: “Because Jesus clearly commands His followers to welcome the stranger.”
Examples of Engagement
What They Might Say:
“We have to protect our borders—immigrants are taking advantage of our generosity.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus didn’t say, ‘Welcome the stranger only if it’s convenient.’ He said, ‘I was a stranger and you invited me in.’” (Matthew 25:35)
“Protecting borders doesn’t mean ripping families apart. Would Jesus have done that?” (Mark 10:14: “Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them.”)
“Your rhetoric treats people as enemies, not neighbors. Where’s the love your faith demands?” (Luke 10:27: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”)
Follow up with:
“Is this what YOU believe Jesus would do? Would HE reject families seeking refuge?”
What They Might Say:
“Immigrants need to follow the law. If they break it, they don’t deserve to be here.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus didn’t refuse healing because of laws. He broke Sabbath rules to help those in need.” (Luke 13:10–16)
“The Gospel values mercy over legalism. Does your faith?” (Matthew 23:23: “You have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice, mercy, and faithfulness.”)
“If laws justify cruelty, then those laws are unjust. Jesus stood against unjust laws—why won’t you?” (Matthew 12:1–8)
Follow up with:
“Would YOU tell Jesus to deport the stranger and ignore mercy?”
What They Might Say:
“Immigrants are a drain on resources—we can’t afford to take care of everyone.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus didn’t say, ‘Only help if you have extra.’ He said, ‘Give to anyone who asks.’” (Luke 6:30)
“Jesus fed thousands with a few loaves and fish. Do YOU believe He would reject the hungry?” (John 6:1–14)
“The Gospel commands generosity, not excuses. Is scarcity your faith or MAGA’s?” (Luke 3:11: “Anyone who has two shirts should share with the one who has none, and anyone who has food should do the same.”)
Follow up with:
“Do YOU believe Jesus would turn away the hungry, the poor, and the stranger?”
Slogan Attacks to Initiate Engagement
Sometimes you need to force the issue to make them confront the contradiction:
“Why do you like caging children with your ‘Christian’ policies?” (Matthew 18:5: “Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.”)
“Jesus welcomed the stranger, but you’d rather build a wall. Do YOU think He’d approve?” (Matthew 25:35–40)
“How is tearing families apart ‘loving your neighbor as yourself’?” (Mark 12:31)
Holding the Mirror of Faith
MAGA’s war on immigrants isn’t just a political failure—it’s a moral betrayal of Jesus’ teachings. The Gospel leaves no room for excluding, demonizing, or rejecting the vulnerable. Jesus didn’t say, “Welcome the stranger, unless they crossed a border.” He demanded compassion for all.
Make this personal. Ask:
“Do YOU believe building walls and tearing families apart reflects Jesus’ teachings?”
“Does YOUR faith command cruelty toward the vulnerable, or compassion?”
By forcing them to confront the disconnect between their faith and MAGA’s policies, you make it impossible for them to hide behind abstract rhetoric. The Gospel is clear: rejecting the stranger is rejecting Jesus Himself. Ask them to choose—align with MAGA’s cruelty or reclaim the compassion of their faith.
Step 4: Ravaging the Prosperity Gospel
The prosperity gospel is one of the most grotesque betrayals of Jesus’ teachings. It twists the message of the Gospels into a self-serving lie, claiming that God rewards faith with wealth and health, while those who are poor or suffering are somehow lacking in faith. This isn’t Christianity—it’s a scam that preys on the vulnerable to enrich a handful of charlatans. And MAGA Christians, with their obsession with wealth and power, have fully embraced this heresy.
The Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing
The prosperity gospel isn’t just a theological distortion—it’s big business. Preachers like Kenneth Copeland, Joel Osteen, Creflo Dollar, and Paula White live in obscene luxury while fleecing their followers with false promises of divine rewards for financial contributions. These so-called “pastors” embody everything Jesus condemned: greed, hypocrisy, and the exploitation of the poor.
Jesus didn’t preach that wealth was a sign of God’s favor. In fact, He warned repeatedly about the dangers of wealth:
“You cannot serve both God and money.” (Matthew 6:24)
“Truly I tell you, it is hard for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 19:23)
Contrast these warnings with the lifestyles of prosperity preachers. Copeland owns a $7 million mansion and a private jet. Osteen lives in a $10.5 million mansion while refusing to open his megachurch to hurricane victims. Dollar famously asked his followers to buy him a $65 million jet. These aren’t shepherds—they’re wolves devouring the flock.
Examples of Engagement
What They Might Say:
“God blesses those who give generously. That’s why these pastors are blessed.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus didn’t need a private jet to spread the Gospel. Why do they?” (Luke 9:58: “Foxes have dens and birds have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head.”)
“If wealth is proof of God’s favor, why did Jesus choose fishermen, not kings, as His disciples?” (Matthew 4:18–19)
“The only people Jesus flipped tables on were those profiting off religion. Sound familiar?” (Matthew 21:12–13)
Follow up with:
“Is this what YOU believe it means to follow Jesus? To hoard wealth while the poor suffer?”
What They Might Say:
“Giving to these ministries is sowing seeds of faith. God will reward us.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus didn’t ask for money to heal the sick or feed the hungry. Why do they?” (Matthew 10:8: “Freely you have received; freely give.”)
“Does God want you to give until you’re broke so your pastor can buy another mansion?” (Mark 12:41–44: The widow’s offering)
“How is enriching the rich while ignoring the poor an act of faith?” (Luke 12:33: “Sell your possessions and give to the poor.”)
Follow up with:
“Do YOU think Jesus preached a Gospel of greed? Or is this a betrayal of everything He taught?”
What They Might Say:
“These pastors are using their resources to spread the Gospel to millions.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus spread the Gospel without mansions, jets, or megachurches. Why can’t they?” (Luke 9:3: “Take nothing for the journey—no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no extra shirt.”)
“How does hoarding wealth spread the Gospel? Didn’t Jesus say to give it all away?” (Matthew 19:21: “Sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven.”)
“If their wealth is for the Gospel, why do they keep so much of it for themselves?” (Matthew 6:19–20: “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth.”)
Follow up with:
“Do YOU believe Jesus would approve of this extravagance while His people suffer?”
Slogan Attacks to Initiate Engagement
Sometimes you need to put them on the defensive:
“Why do you worship pastors who are richer than the Pharisees?” (Matthew 23:5: “Everything they do is done for people to see.”)
“Jesus said to feed His sheep, not fleece them. Why do you support these wolves?” (John 21:17)
“How can you call yourself a Christian while enabling this greed and exploitation?”
Shining the Light on Their Hypocrisy
The prosperity gospel isn’t just a theological scam—it’s a betrayal of everything Jesus stood for. Jesus didn’t preach wealth—He preached humility, generosity, and compassion for the poor. The lifestyles of prosperity preachers are living proof of their hypocrisy, and every dollar they hoard is a slap in the face of the Gospel.
Challenge the individual:
“Do YOU believe Jesus would praise pastors with private jets while the poor starve?”
“Is this what it means to YOU to be a Christian—worshiping wealth and ignoring suffering?”
MAGA’s embrace of the prosperity gospel is more than a moral failure—it’s spiritual rot. Force them to make a choice: defend the Gospel or defend the wolves.
Step 5: Exposing the Southern Baptist Convention’s Moral Collapse
The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) is often regarded as the “best” of MAGA Christianity—a pillar of evangelical faith and moral leadership. But their decades-long cover-up of sexual abuse and their protection of over 700 child-raping and abusing pastors reveal the rot at the heart of their institution. This isn’t just a failure of leadership—it’s a systemic betrayal of the Gospel and a harrowing example of how far MAGA Christianity has strayed from the teachings of Jesus.
Jesus reserved His harshest condemnations for those who harm children:
“If anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in me—to stumble, it would be better for them to have a large millstone hung around their neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea.” — (Matthew 18:6)
The SBC leadership maintained a secret list of over 700 credibly accused abusers while silencing victims to protect the institution’s reputation. This mirrors the hypocrisy Jesus condemned in the Gospels:
“… you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of the bones of the dead and everything unclean.” — (Matthew 23:27)
And yet, even after being exposed, the SBC has done little to turn these predators over to law enforcement or ensure accountability. A promised public list of offenders remains empty, highlighting their continued condonement of these monsters through their inaction. This failure to act isn’t just a failure of leadership—it’s a betrayal of the Gospel.
The Harm They Want You to Ignore
The SBC’s systemic cover-up allowed predators to continue abusing while silencing survivors. Their choices weren’t just moral failures—they were active betrayals of Jesus’ call to protect the weak and vulnerable. Every time MAGA Christians elevate the SBC as a model of faith, they align themselves with this hypocrisy and corruption.
The SBC’s inaction has allowed abusers to remain shielded while survivors continue to suffer in silence. Their repeated failures to deliver meaningful reform show a disturbing complicity: even after being exposed, they continue to condone evil through inaction.
This hypocrisy stands in stark contrast to Jesus’ teachings. In Matthew 25:45, Jesus warns that abandoning “the least of these” is equivalent to rejecting Him. Yet the SBC—America’s “best” example of MAGA Christianity—has abandoned the most vulnerable for decades.
Examples of Engagement
What They Might Say:
“These are isolated incidents, and the SBC has taken steps to address them.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Maintaining a secret list of 700 abusers isn’t an ‘isolated incident.’ It’s systemic evil.” (Matthew 18:6)
“If Jesus condemned those who harm children, why did your leaders protect predators?” (Mark 9:42: “If anyone causes one of these little ones... to stumble, it would be better for them if a large millstone were hung around their neck.”)
“How can you preach morality while enabling such widespread harm within your ranks?” (Matthew 23:28: “On the outside you appear to people as righteous but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness.”)
Follow up with:
“Is this what YOU believe it means to follow Jesus? To protect the reputation of a church over the safety of children?”
What They Might Say:
“The SBC is full of sinners, just like any other group. No one is perfect.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Jesus called for repentance, not excuses. Why didn’t your leaders repent and act?” (Luke 17:3: “If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them.”)
“The Gospel demands justice for victims, not cover-ups for abusers.” (Matthew 5:6: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”)
“Being imperfect isn’t an excuse to abandon children to predators. Is that YOUR faith?” (Matthew 25:45: “Whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.”)
What They Might Say:
“The SBC has taken steps to address this issue and is committed to reform.”
Slogan Counterattacks:
“Over two years have passed, and there’s still no comprehensive public list of abusers. Is that your idea of commitment?” (Matthew 18:6)
“Jesus demanded action, not excuses. Why does the SBC continue to protect predators?” (Luke 17:3: “If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them.”)
“How can you claim moral leadership when your leaders enable such widespread harm?” (Matthew 23:27: “On the outside you appear to people as righteous but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness.”)
Follow up with:
“Is this what YOU stand for? Protecting an institution over protecting children?”
Slogan Attacks to Initiate Engagement
Force the issue by making them confront the magnitude of the SBC’s failure:
“Why has the SBC failed to create a public database of abusers after two years?”
“Why did the SBC prioritize protecting predators over protecting children?”
“Jesus said to protect children, but your ‘best’ institution still shields predators. Is this your idea of faith?” (Matthew 18:6)
“If the SBC is the pinnacle of MAGA Christianity, what does that say about the rest?”
Confronting the Individual
The SBC’s failures aren’t just institutional—they implicate every individual who excuses, defends, or minimizes these atrocities. Frame your challenge directly:
“Do YOU believe this represents Christ’s love and justice?”
“Can YOU in good conscience continue to align yourself with an institution that protected abusers over children?”
“Is this what it means to YOU to be a Christian—enabling hypocrisy and shielding predators?”
Make it clear that silence and dismissal are forms of complicity. Challenge them to choose: defend a corrupt institution or align themselves with the true Gospel, which demands justice, compassion, and the protection of the vulnerable.
Conclusion: Reclaiming Christianity Is Everyone’s Fight
MAGA Christianity isn’t a religion—it’s a racket. It weaponizes faith to justify greed, cruelty, and power while abandoning the very principles Jesus lived and died for. From gutting safety nets for the poor, to rejecting immigrants, to preaching a gospel of wealth, and protecting predators over children, their actions bear no resemblance to the teachings of Christ. If left unchallenged, this fake Christianity will continue to harm the most vulnerable while shielding itself behind the guise of moral authority.
But this isn’t just a fight for Christians—it’s a fight for everyone who values justice, compassion, and truth. Christianity, at its core, is rooted in the teachings of Jesus: love, care for the oppressed, and a commitment to justice. It’s critical to draw a distinction between the true Gospel and the perversion of it that MAGA represents. Vilifying Christianity as a whole only allows the fake version to thrive unchallenged.
For Christians, this is a call to stand up. If you believe in the message of Jesus, you have a moral duty to reclaim it from those who twist it for their own gain. Silence isn’t neutrality—it’s complicity. It’s time for “good” Christians to call out the hypocrisy, to demand accountability, and to live out the values of love, justice, and humility that Jesus modeled. The fight to reclaim Christianity isn’t just about defending faith—it’s about defending the very integrity of what it means to follow Christ.
For those of other faiths or no faith at all, your support matters just as much. The twisted version of Christianity MAGA promotes doesn’t just harm Christians—it harms everyone who believes in a fair, just, and compassionate society. By standing with true Christians to expose the hypocrisy of MAGA’s false faith, you help dismantle their shield of moral legitimacy and create space for the values of justice and truth to prevail.
Reclaiming Christianity is about more than theology—it’s about reclaiming a moral foundation that supports the common good. It’s about ensuring that love triumphs over hate, that justice prevails over greed, and that no faith is allowed to justify harm in the name of God.
Together, we can strip away MAGA’s false claims to faith. Together, we can amplify the voices of those who stand for justice and compassion. Together, we can ensure that Christianity once again reflects the teachings of Jesus, and not the greed and cruelty of those who twist His words for power. By reading this, you’ve already taken a powerful first step in joining our movement here at The American Manifesto to reclaim Christianity from those who exploit it. You can do even more by sharing this message with others, spreading the truth and empowering others to join the fight. And if you’re ready to take it to the next level, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Your support helps us keep this message free of paywalls and corporate influence, ensuring it reaches everyone who needs to hear it.
With these talking points as your hammer and nails, it’s time to take action. Nail their hypocrisy, greed, and cruelty to the rhetorical cross for all to see, exposing the lies they hide behind and the harm they perpetuate. The Gospel of love, justice, and compassion is worth fighting for—and it’s time to reclaim it. You have the tools. You have the truth. Now, step boldly into this fight, armed with the words of Jesus and the courage to challenge every distortion of His message. Together, we can strip away their false claims to faith and restore the Gospel’s true meaning. Are you ready to join us in this movement, to stand for what’s right, and to reclaim Christianity for justice, for truth, and for all who seek a better, more compassionate world?
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