Mike Johnson's Biblical World View And Help For California Wildfire Victims

[@l.a.gothro3999]

Both Canadian and Mexican firefighters have joined in the efforts! Heck Zelenskyy in Ukraine OFFERED to send 150 firefighters!!!! MIND BLOWN and still recovering!

[@daveblodgett2438]

If that is the way of it then I think California ought to boycott all federal taxes. If the nation does not support them then they ought not support our nation, since it's economy is the 5th largest on the planet, the GOP might want to rethink that.

[@BardovBacchus]

I recently learned of the Cascadia Movement

[@nicholasgallanis7539]

It would be nice to see the D's stand up for themselves instead of constantly bending over backwards to appease the RW!!

[@Demun1649]

@@BardovBacchus But didn't tell us what it is?

[@MissChristine-wo6vp]

California sends more federal money to Washington than any other state - and Louisiana is the #2 state that reqires federal funding to operate the state. I would suggest CA not send in any more federal payments until...legal action is taken.

[@BardovBacchus]

Because Google can tell you more if you are interested @ and I was not sure exactly what it is called {could be Greater Cascadia}

[@sharonbobbe2717]

I apologize; this is my third post. Obviously, this issue hits a nerve for me. Mike Johnson can "punish" the people who didn't vote for Trump, but apparently he forgets there are innocent children who cannot comprehend how their lives have been turned upside down. He is a sad person! He is from Louisiana. Has his state hurricane-proofed their state?

[@denisemayosky1955]

Remember, he's part of the same group that is all about the "sanctity of life" and "protecting the INNOCENT CHILDREN!!! (wrings hands)" - that is, until they're out of the womb. Then, they couldn't care less!

[@RobertBooker-xi8cc]

That's what I wanted to ask.

[@AnnPowdrill]

Mike Johnson is a Trump Rat!

[@raywinters1472]

Not only is God's love *not* conditional...it is *not* transactional.

[@rochellemcdonald9646]

I wonder if Mike Johnson remembers Hurricane Katrina. By his standards, Louisiana shouldn't have received the money, because the levees failed. Why did the levees fail? Because the money that was meant to be used to maintain the levees was misappropriated.

[@karmaalstad5588]

☝️☝️ this ☝️☝️

[@billie7132]

What’s going on here n America is not only sad , but it’s scary. There’s nothing Christian about right wing.

[@angelikalindenau943]

Wait until they are going to let fly next week... There's nothing Christian about Mike J. He USES religion as a weapon.

[@KathleenMascher-yq9qy]

No one is doing anything to stop it. There will be protests, probably fighting, etc. But project 2025 is happening, and a very wealthy corrupt party that is also lawless is taking over. There is much to be concerned about. The cruelty will be unprecedented, and no one is doing anything....Just talking talking talking. Frustrating and terrifying.

[@williamshaneblyth]

There was nothing biblical about the supposed followers of God running the churches in Jesus time when they crucified him so why would we expect a difference now. A label that's false is not the label at all but a counterfeit

[@laurajames723]

Nope. BTW, I learned a long time ago that the devil IS a CON-servative. Nuff said.

[@brandirose3874]

*Agreed*

[@FireElement7]

My deepest gratitude to Reverend Trevors and this entire community for being a guiding light during these dark times. I love you all!

[@marionopisso212]

Trump operates at the transactional level. I remember crying when, in the early days of Covid-19, New York's Democratic governor pleaded for more ventilators as the death rate soared, and Trump responded: And what will you do for me? Unbelievably cruel. I guess Mike Johnson is a true follower.

[@deborahseaman8470]

And that's when he gave Putin all those ventilators for his personal use!

[@paderewskigold]

I felt the same back in those days. It was horrible and sickening. And here we are again with trump being "voted in." This is so devastating.

[@BardovBacchus]

Project 2025 will be implemented, it's already started. Most people have no idea what is coming. Gawd help us

[@davidsmith385]

What they should have done is send building inspectors to all his Hotels and any fire code violations, then watch him hop to it.

[@rmar67]

@@paderewskigold And it’s going to be worse this time.

[@davidellis4084]

Outside of the GOP, Americans appreciate the help sent to LA by Canada, Mexico, EU, and even Ukraine.

[@ManyfiresWoman]

Absolutely! 🇺🇲❤️🇨🇦🇲🇽

[@bingo7799]

You do realize that Joe Biden is still President. How was he in North Carolina? How is he now? He certainly found time to pardon terrorists and murderers.

[@createdeccentricities6620]

The fact that anyone would think about, let alone verbalize keeping aid from the California fire victims is obscene.

[@danderson8431]

It’s the poor that keep getting affected by the horrid policies of these Wealthy “Christians”. Because they are not affected the Wealthy can claim superiority and come up with roadblocks to stop the poor from healing from disaster. Unfortunately, until THEY are affected they see no need for compassion or grace. They see themselves as the deciding factor in the quality of life for others. It’s arrogant and cruel.

[@denisemayosky1955]

Yup, and they think they are so much better-than-thou that they can turn their hearts away from the suffering and still be seen as totally righteous. It's sickening!

[@erichubbard9917]

Be not decieved God is not mocked... the Trib has started its about to get real .

[@cbear-tc6jz]

Thank you Rev. Ed for telling what true Christian’s should be and how to act. God bless the people of California and all who are helping.

[@ginnymckinney4949]

Thank you for being a light. This election has left a dark cloud over me that I can't seem to crawl out from under. I live in a red state. It's suffocating sometimes. I know my Jesus is love, and my heart just aches for CA right now. Your honesty and compassion are dearly appreciated.

[@Mahmah476]

Having been born and raised in the same state and in the same religion as Mike Johnson, the predominate world view is mostly seen through the lens of the portions of the Old Testament dealing with fear and punishment. It is shame-based. Moving out of the South and out of that religion opened doors to understanding God's true love for me. What a blessing!

[@DoyleAshley]

Yes! Moving out of this southern religious, draconian, false doctrine teaching can elevate you to a place of clarity and put you on the path to recovery! Its a personal relationship with the holy spirit that we need to follow! The comforter!

[@FireElement7]

I was born and raised in the south. I completely agree. Our parish priest was very much like Reverend Trevors. He was so kind, forgiving and compassionate. As I grew up, I can remember being shocked at the cruelty of other religious leaders. I know it happens everywhere, but there does seem to be a stronghold of it in the American south. Much love ♥️🙏

[@denisemayosky1955]

Yup, fear and punishment for everyone else, grace and mercy for yourself!

[@pyrovania]

@@FireElement7 Southern Baptists split from American Baptists over the issue of slavery. So there is a certain kind of "well, God made you a slave because your kind isn't as good" thinking in there.

[@tonisumblin2719]

Some people are so heaven bound, that they are no EARTHLY good.

[@MikeBrown-ex9nh]

Thank you for explaining compassion and calling out hypocrisy of fake Christians.

[@sheilalindauer248]

Why is there so much greed and cruelty in this new administration? It breaks my heart 💔😢

[@harveywabbit9541]

Fox News did a job on this country.

[@sheilalindauer248]

@harveywabbit9541 and now all the rest 😥

[@BardovBacchus]

Allow me to sing you the song of my people; ♫ The problem ♪ is capitalism ♫ When profit is the #1 goal, everything else is secondary. They believe greed is good. They saw it in a movie in the 80s. I note that profit and prophet sound the same. Ecce vitulus aureus, phalus Aegypti et vaginae Chananaei

[@harveywabbit9541]

@ Bacchus, a son of Jupiter (IU Pittar) became a son of Jacob/Yakob.

[@BardovBacchus]

I'm not sure what you mean @@harveywabbit9541 but, I am not yours to define

[@thestonewind2308]

Good morning, Rev Ed. Today's talk hits me where I live - in California. HERE'S THE REAL DEAL: Regarding FEDERAL officials blaming California for poor "forest management" for wildfires. . . there are 30 million acres of wildlands in California - the FEDERAL government owns approximately 58% of California's forests, meaning a significant majority of the state's forest land is under FEDERAL management and control - California state has pretty much "no say" in how this 58% of FEDERAL forests are managed. A LARGE portion of the California wildfires that everyone reads about burn on FEDERALLY managed land. Additionally, you CANNOT "sweep" THIRTY MILLION ACRES OF FOREST on an annual basis - it must be annual, because "swept" brush, leaves, whatever - always grow back!! Who is going to pay for this annual "sweeping"? Thinking 1 ton per acre of "swept" debris - where does this thirty million tons of debris go - EVERY YEAR? Who transports these sweepings out of the forest? Etc. etc. etc. The suggestions by FEDERAL officials that disaster relief funds for Southern California be withheld because California officials are somehow at fault for these current fires - and, I guess, all of the fires of the past decades - and, I guess, the fact that bone-dry 100 mph Santa Ana winds blow over parched earth. . . Suggesting that funds should be withheld until if/when California's management practices are changed. is misinformed and political HOOEY. The annual Santa Ana and Diablo winds of southern and northern California, including high summer temperatures and prevailing drought, are no less unstoppable, unchangeable, facts of nature (and thus out of human control) than are the devastating hurricanes and tornadoes in other parts of the country. FEDERAL officials have no problem granting funds to victims of hurricanes and tornadoes. These FEDERAL officials do not understand the climate here in California: our rainy season is, generally, from about late October to late April. From May to October there will generally be NO measurable rain here - maybe a sprinkle or two - enough to wet the sidewalk, maybe - but that's it. (Currently, the Los Angeles area - current Palisades Fire - has received NO RAIN IN EIGHT MONTHS). Add that to the fact that, in addition to being bone dry, California is HOT in the summer. In my area (Sacramento) weeks can go by when the daytime temperature doesn't get below 100* - top temps can exceed 110 +/- for days. So, no rain from May to October, everywhere is baked bone dry. . . and then the Santa Ana/Diablo winds come (Santa Ana winds were responsible for this current Los Angeles - Pacific Palisades - fire). It doesn't take a genius to figure out what comes next. It takes next to nothing to get a MAJOR wildfire burning here under these conditions - to name one example (in addition to the current Palisades Fire) the Carr Fire, a large wildfire in 2018 that blew up near Redding, Ca. This fire ignited on July 23, 2018, and eventually burned 229,651 acres. This fire was ignited when a flat tire on a vehicle caused the wheel's rim to scrape against the asphalt, throwing sparks into the roadside dry grass. The Carr Fire burned for 39 days and destroyed 1,077 homes. Don't take my word for it - Google "The Carr Fire". If anyone is interested in this kind of stuff (I am) and wants to get to the truth of the matter (without all of the bombastic media and political hype) I suggest a website to visit: the-lookout.org/ Here is an article explaining another part of the fire problem in California (this goes a long way to explaining what REALLY happened in Pacific Palisades - and why it WILL happen again): "The Impossibility of Urban Wildfire Mitigation": the-lookout.org/2025/01/11/the-impossibility-of-urban-wildfire-mitigation/ Mr. Lundner, author of this piece, has been professionally involved in fire management for more than 30 years. Thank you

[@denisemayosky1955]

Agreed! This is the *same* BS argument that the soon-to-be Id10t-in-chief used the last time this happened during his first term: "Why didn't you rake the forest?" Oh, gee, could it be that we're talking about a FOREST? That covers hundreds of square miles, and is not just the leaves that fell off the tree in your backyard?? Also, we know EXACTLY why they are doing everything they can to keep from helping us in California: it's political! Trumpie-boy is mad that California doesn't come running like a pack of lapdogs ready to lick his hands and sit up and beg in order to procure treats. He can't stand the idea that we didn't vote for him in droves, so he's going to punish us by sitting back and smirking while he watches us suffer. Of course, his sycophants are hanging beside him, cackling gleefully as they watch the head bully shake down the other kids for their lunch money. A bunch of playground goons who have nothing better to do than to laugh at other people's misfortune.

[@slm_766]

💯 💖💜💙

[@dianebannister4591]

Thank you for all that information regarding California's climate and their wildfires. I live in the Northeast, but appreciate understanding California's situations. You should share your information with Mike Johnson and other Lawmakers. They need to get out of their closed minds on the issues related to California.

[@erichubbard9917]

wow facts unfortunately all they hear is they are eating the dogs they are eating the cats.

[@jackiemaben8786]

Amen and amen, from a neighbor(Fairfield). Good facts you presented. Unfortunately, it’s not about facts. It’s about the cruelty and pettiness. That’s the point. If they were about facts they would have to reject Trump and all the benefits they get from him. I don’t recall this much blaming and name calling of a governor of a state in crisis before Trump. Shameful.

[@darwinskeeper421]

Mike Johnson's comments about conditioning aid confirm my opinion that a "biblical world view" only involve certain parts of the Old Testament.

[@pyrovania]

Seven Mountains Dominionism. It's a form of prosperity gospel.

[@rgrif777]

I can say I am the Pope, but that doesn't make me the Pope. He can say he is a Christian, but that doesn't make him a Christian.

[@yellowlt6]

That's the truth of most western evangelicals.

[@michaelodonnell824]

I think there's something missing from this analysis. In 2004, when the Tsunami hit and killed over quarter of a million people living mainly in East and South Asia, I was living in London. Shortly thereafter, a Church of England Minister stated that the Tsunami was a "Judgement from God" against the "Sexual Immorality" in South East Asia. While most people ignored the rant, the Church of England hierarchy was "out to lunch" if they were ever questioned about this. For centuries, "Religious Leaders" have attempted to use Natural disasters as evidence of Divine Judgement (And, yes, they would ALWAYS capitalize "Divine Judgement"). And let us be honest here, for Decades believing Evangelical Christians have been "hating" on California. And, lead by Mike Johnson and the Rapist far too many White US Evangelicals consider their own personal "Messiah", the Haters now control Congress, so they are going to enforce their hate - a hate they have learned and been taught in their Churches. Now, it is worth noting that only SOME Natural Disasters are equated with "Divine Judgement", so the repeated Hurricanes that regularly hit the Racist South Eastern US is NOT ever seen as judgement for their historic and continuing Racism (mainly because the preachers of that Racism are the very ones who declare what is and is not "Divine Judgement"). Straightforwardly, what we have in the way White Racist Evangelical "Christians" are reacting to the wildfires in California, is EXACTLY what we would expect them to do - because that is the way they are being taught by White Racist Evangelical "Christian" preachers and teachers - and unfortunately, that is the way it has always been....

[@nicholasgallanis7539]

"When tragedy hits me it's God testing me, when tragedy hits others they are being punished." This is a VERY common thought process for Christians in my experience growing up Catholic & living in the south!!

[@dennisconrad6124]

I was in a grocery store last night in Wickenburg, AZ. A very Trumpie town. I got talking to the cashier guy about the CA fries. He actually laughed that CA was burning to the ground. He mentioned the celebrities. I said, well not everybody is a celebrity. There’s a lot of just normal people! It didn’t seem to faze him. He went right back to the celebrities. I finally said, even those people don’t deserve what their going through and left.

[@Infindox]

Yeah, I have met too many people that think that way.... Trying to mention that there's wildlife, pets, normal people that live in those areas, and even sharing stories of actors scared for neighbors and their irreplaceable memories being destroyed.. none of that matters to some people. They think it's funny to see it burn.

[@geneotrexler8246]

I was at church and heard a fellow say that VP Harris’s home had burned down and two folks chuckled at the news. I read that it is called a “revenge theology “ or “karma theology”.

[@jenettebookerdrake4823]

And the cashier probably did not realize that jdump is only a celebrity…

[@pyrovania]

I've been struck by the videos of people whose giant mansion burned down, who say "it's just stuff" or "I guess this is a new challenge". Or that rich lady whose car got stuck in the fire who said she was praying that God would let her die of smoke inhalation instead of burning. She was rescued by her husband and a fire captain. Rich people are people. Some of them are nice, some are not nice. Some of them are believers and some are not.

[@dallasgraf6442]

Never has a theocracy ending up helping anyone other those on the top

[@veronicawest1586]

1. California knows how to manage fire risk. 2. The house sure doesn't know how to determine if a plan is good. 3. Help now , then discuss how to improve for future disasters 4. Those Californians are tax payers who paid for assistance to Florida and N C.

[@ad-dx9gi]

Prayers for California 🙏.. Thanks Rev Ed ..When people need help and aid just Help Them no matter were they live !!!!... thanks God Bless 🕊️

[@woodbrdge]

No matter where the y live or what they belive. God calls us to take care of our neighbor. I don't remember the Bible giving a litmus test or a list of who can be helped. Jesus is in all and is all. Mike J what you do to the least of my brethren you do to me says the Lord.

[@pyrovania]

Sometimes helping a person in need can make them realize someone cares and lead a person closer to God. You know what doesn't help? People saying "that happened to you because God hates you".

[@brandirose3874]

Hi Reverend Ed! I am an atheist. However, I do believe that Jesus was a real and a very good person. From what I know of Christianity, (I taught sunday school for a bit as a teenager) you are always spot on! Thank you for reminding Christians what Christianity is truly about!!!👍🤘🖖 (edited to add) I try to tell the *MAGA-Christians* that there can be no grace without sin. So why are they always trying so hard to control others' decisions? They never seem to understand. From a native Californian.

[@claudejackson5590]

If he’s an open Bible he should remember what the Bible says “ do unto others as you have them do unto you “LA has had wild fires since I was a child. This is out of their control. How does he feel about the States that have floods at certain times of the year? I’m 69 years old and every time there’s a storm or flooding in that area the government always steps in and helps. That’s how it’s always been. God tells us to help ye one another.

[@kariburlon5790]

I NEEDED to hear this today. I fear my pessimism is growing faster than the part of me who has always seen (and WANTS to see) "good" in almost everyone. I dont want to be hardened, and im not sure how to avoid it. 😞

[@revedtrevors4961]

It's all about practice - tough difficult practice...

[@edg3048]

At 70, in not so great health, I am moving overseas by the end of the year. I didn't want to move again but I'm over the toxicity. And everyone keeps thinking things will "change" in 4 years, the evil and cruelty has set in and it will be here for decades to come. I pity the young. And this is not a "defeatist" viewpoint, I just don't want to spend what I have left constantly shaking my head in bewilderment at the repulsiveness of too many people.

[@denisemayosky1955]

​@@edg3048 I hear ya!

[@frankkutzler2758]

@@edg3048 Wish I could get out of this country. I'm 72, and feel exactly the same way. The America we grew up in is over.

[@anncaplinger9caplinger497]

I posted on FB, "Pray for California." That was all. Nothing from my MAGA friends. What has happened to them? I never would have believed my country and the people I love would come down to this.

[@KathrynTanner-t8f]

It's just a matter of time before Louisiana has need of federal help to recover from some disaster.

[@edg3048]

And he'll help THEM of course, and let's not forget Flori duh.

[@paderewskigold]

I am a 71 yr old Benedicine Oblate and cradle Catholic. I moved into a new area during the pandemic. I have multiple serious chronic issues. I contacted the Catholic priest and asked for the sacraments but was told I could not have them b/c I had not attended their church for at least 6 months. When I explained my health issues (and I still cannot be out in crowds b/c I am severely immunocompromised) and that I could not possibly come to church, I was dismissed. It hurt me very much when other Catholics told me :"He's got a valid point." Needless to say, that was the beginning of the end for me with the Catholic Church. Is religion the opiate of the people after all?

[@dad15241]

You called the wrong person. Why would you allow his response to rob you of your faith? Are there other parishes in your vicinity?

[@littletsmom8854]

the CC = REV 17 the Mother of,Read Rev 18;4 Come out of her My PPl or Suffer

[@paderewskigold]

@ of course. He was the first I contacted. I live in a massive city so that impacts logistics. But the issue here is the conditions set to receive. Just like with CA. This is a huge sin according to the Catholic Church. You can’t bargain with the sacraments. Jesus never did that. This is probably something to write the Pope about but I don’t want to expend my energies that way.

[@denisemayosky1955]

Religion is, the Gospel isn't! Look to Jesus, brother, He alone can save and heal - AND He doesn't put stipulations on the help He gives. It just may be different than you would think!

[@littletsmom8854]

@@paderewskigold Pope-Vatican is the Dragon REV 13 & 16 Better Obey REV 18;4

[@DFmusician]

Those in the public eye have a greater responsibility to portray what a true believer is. Like Jimmy Carter did.

[@johnnyfreedom3437]

I was a member of alcoholics Anonymous for a few decades. And I always made sure I gave a dollar to the alcoholic that needed a drink. I spend a few minutes explaining that I used to be just like them, to let them know there is a way out! Only then are they ready for the answer! Because I had to drink every drink I drank to get to the point that I wanted to stop! I'm trying to help every alcoholic to get to that point!

[@libbycollins9349]

I wish you well, each day.

[@jefftitterington7600]

I asked someone about giving food money to someone who might spend it on booze or other drugs. He simply stated it wasn't his responsibility to police their spending. I found that refreshing. Needing help doesn't make one a lesser person or one without the dignity of being "made in God's image." (Edit to fix autocorrect.)

[@poolguyunfiltered2850]

I always appreciate your view as a Christian who i think really hits the core teachings of Jesus well. While I am pagan, this is the good will and compassionate attitude we should all have for one another regardless of belief. It's not about changing behavior. It's about looking another soul in desperate need in the eye and choosing to give, to help, to do more than "thoughts and prayers". A helping hand is a righteous hand. Mike Johnson has always sickened me. His smarmy and narrow view is a grotesque and perverse version of what a lot of powerful apologists see as righteous Christianity. Gone is the idea of being kind because that is what a human should do. They are very good at hating the sin, but they completely ignore the part about loving the sinner. It has always rubbed me the wrong way that Johnson and a little gaggle of his cronies would kneel in the middle of the congressional floor and pray before getting to business. His Christianity does not bother me. I'm fine that he is a man of faith, but in a religious neutral setting like a government building, that is not OK. ...especially now that he holds the purse over the heads of thousands of people without the basic needs and with no end in sight. How dare he have the audacity to exhibit such blatant pageantry then deny his fellow humans in their time of most need. I know of a lot more atheists that walk the Christ-like walk than I do congressional Christian republicans.

[@denisemayosky1955]

Yup, these so-called "Christians" really ought to go back and read Romans chapter 2, especially where it talks about exactly what you said, that the so-called "heathens" in these people's eyes are more godly and righteous than the "children of the kingdom of God". Even Jesus talked about in one of His parables how that people from the four corners of the earth would be invited to the Wedding Supper of the Lamb, while these false believers (or "hypocrites" - that's a good name for them!) would be surprised to find themselves on the outside looking in!

[@schannstewart9385]

I remember going to my friend's church to see if someone would be willing to provide a home for her. I couldn't because of stairs in my home. The pastors wife wouldn't let me speak in church. Treated Mr lime a threat and then told me that my friend needed to clean up her life first before the church would help house her. Yikes!!!

[@denisemayosky1955]

They will have to answer on that day! Bless you for helping your friend as best you could!

[@libbycollins9349]

Yikes!

[@jeanniehuffines9999]

Thank you for putting that so clearly! I wish everyone could hear this and think about what you said. If I had to depend on myself to save myself I would not make it. I thank God daily for His grace, love, and mercy. We should do the same for the people in our world without conditions!

[@janemoore9270]

It is not up to man to judge other men. God is our love and he is our judge. We must love each other as we love ourselves.

[@quinnn.5424]

We Christians are also instructed to be as harmless as doves and as shrewd as snakes. And the snake part of my Christian shrewdness, when viewing Mike Johnson and his words/actions, makes me rile up and back.

[@bingyum]

Good morning all God Bless you all. I pray for all those who have lost their lives and their homes in california from global warming.

[@eleanorburns8686]

Incidentally, I heartily agree that attaching conditions and judgement to help is warped and arrogant, and more often than not just a tactic to make us feel better about being cold and covetous.

[@davidford694]

You forgot to mention selfish and greedy.

[@pyrovania]

Actually I think the politicians talking like this are basically trying to extort Californians into giving them what they want: debt ceiling, demanding this or that.

[@davidford694]

@pyrovania Certainly, but that doesn't make it right.

[@pyrovania]

@ Extortion is illegal, in fact.

[@amyschmidt1113]

I'm so sick of their hypocrisy. "Why can't God send a loud message to them, of His disapproval?!"I grumble to myself. Hegseth sits there and and claims his philandering, drunkenness and monetary mismanagement are all over with and he is now saved by "his" Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and therefore ready to lead our entire nations military! And we are expected to let all that crap go. Meanwhile, California is put between a rock and a hard place with no mercy. I'm past digust with Mike Johnson. Dear Lord send that man your message!

[@donivanpotter2762]

God did send a message but people didn't listen or hear. God put good people here to stand for others. To stand against wrongs and many have been blinded by fear and hate. LGBT people are just people but to some they're demons to be lied about and feared. To others they're pawns to be used for political gains. It's an example of ignorance and bigotry both control and blind people to the truth. God did send a message. Some people just chose not to hear and listen.

[@gregallen4272]

And Jesus said leave the old testament behind and treat your fellow citizens as you wish to be treated.

[@pauls6897]

Unfortunately, God and Jesus sided with MAGA and the GOP

[@erichubbard9917]

The Prophets the Apostles MLK etc.. they killed them, Yet there is a people in the book of Revelations angerly shaking there fist at God in defiance while the flesh falls from there bones as fire and brimstone rains down on them. I call them maga soon very soon. Trib has started

[@matthewingerson]

@@gregallen4272 Hey Greg, is there any chance you know the book, chapter, and/or verse where Jesus said to "leave the Old Testament behind"? Thanks in advance. 🙏☺

[@Milli2025]

People are convinced that Trump is from God so anything he does or says is seen as a command from God. Won’t change until God does something!

[@lisagulick4144]

Martin Luther said that we are all beggars at Christ's table, and His generosity toward us is due entirely to His grace, not our worthiness. One of my favorite poems is by George Herbert; it's called "Love" (actually the third poem of that name in his book _The Temple_ ), and it's a perfect illustration of the unworthiness of Man and the amazing grace of God.

[@glorialewis8227]

From a listener from California, l thank you and your followers.

[@Becky4grands]

Time and again the disciples tried to put conditions on Christ’s mercy and He shut them down immediately. The bent over woman; the feeding of the 5000 are just two examples. Johnson has no compassion nor does he follow Jesus.

[@sarjg3569]

Words cannot even describe how this sickens me. Thank you Rev for spreading the truth. We are going to need just a few extra prayers the next few years. God speed all. Love you.

[@craigkeller]

We have been in Los Angeles this week. The outpouring of help and cooperation is exemplary. If republican Christians can’t help then just stay out the way.

[@duppyduppy01]

There are times when we need to set our political differences aside and help our fellow Americans. We would help a red state without asking.

[@JamesSutton-ip2oi]

Semantics. I don't think my neighbor, California, Ukraine deserves assistance, but it is a reflection of the grace I received when I did not deserve it.

[@gram2977]

Well said Rev Ed. Thank you. 🙏🏻 The wildfires are devastating. California is suffering and they need our help….no strings attached. As for maga Mike, well he likes to talk about his Christianity but he is clearly not a true Christian. I find that the ones who like to talk about what a great Christian they are generally are not. The people that I find to be truly good and faithful servants of our Lord are honest and humble and lead by example.

[@littletsmom8854]

My Dad God Rest his Soul,Always said the More Someone sits in church the More evil they have to Hide,Finding that to be true

[@TheRealRoronoaZoro]

Maga Mike is evil. I don’t see anything Christian about him, at every step of the way. Including his disrespect towards Kamala while she certified her own loss where he was snickering and couldn’t even stand at the appropriate time. He is there only for trump’s evil bidding.

[@pamelalyon3264]

God sees everything.

[@littletsmom8854]

@ Sees all and knows All

[@Jam-m7m]

❤ Love sent to everyone ❤

[@juliaellis2046]

I would respect Mike Johnson much more if he put 'his fruits of the spirit ' before his loyalty before loyalty to a particular party or before power.

[@donaldwert7137]

One of the best bumper stickers I've seen read "God wants spiritual fruits, not religious nuts".

[@denisemayosky1955]

​@@donaldwert7137 True!!

[@sshiflett5427]

He may be struggling with things right now. If he is a true Bible believing God fearing child of God, the Holy Spirit will lead him. We all should pray for him.

[@nctrailcam81]

Another great message, but I would like to add one thing. Please remember the needs of the pets and other animals.

[@barbpfister77]

Some will say they're just animals. But, they're all a person may have to love. They are important.

[@l.a.gothro3999]

My son and I and our 3 kittens and 2 adult cats live in genteel poverty. The only conditions placed on us to get aid is from the state and US governments, to prove we are actually poor and cannot work so we can both have Medicaid and so I can have an EBT food card. We're not disabled enough for any other kind of aid. We get by, but if we didn't have people I call "angels", we'd be in BIG trouble. Right now, it's property taxes; if the back taxes don't get paid by 3/31/25, the county will take the house. That *may* be covered but I don't know for sure yet.

[@denisemayosky1955]

😢🫂🙏

[@erichubbard9917]

I cant walk a mile in your shoes but wrecked my car month later lost my job in july needed surgery the VA pulled the plug on my surgery cant work job contested my unemployment called begged pleaded with Gov and VA for assistance got nothing but more phone number and more depressed and evicted in Nov left behind 70 % of everything i own moved in with my 80 yr mom in elderly building now the VA want to do surgery on jan 20th with 2 to 3 month to recover no $ assistance . prayed about it cancelled surgery not life threatening God willing by his Grace and Mercy i can go back to Truck driving live on the road i cant give up or keep begging at 60 . I pray things will get better for you in Jesus Name

[@kendrabryant4738]

Thank you for pointing out the difference between Christianity and MAGA Christianity (Christian Nationalism). I’m not sure what Bible they are reading or what Jesus they are following because it’s very different than mine. I appreciate your videos! As an American who strongly opposes the incoming administration and what they stand for, things can seem very bleak right now. I’m hoping & praying that things won’t be as bad as I’m afraid they will be!

[@Aqualyra]

They cherry pick and twist the parts of the Bible that suit them and ignore most if what Jesus said and did.

[@betsymuenyong5345]

Thank you Rev. Trevors! I am in Southern California and I have been lucky that I was not impacted. There are so many people that need help as they lost everything! They are not all rich people! I feel so sad when I hear the politicians say we don't deserve help, it makes me cry. As a Christian, it's hard to believe that these people who say they are Christians can be so hateful!!

[@pyrovania]

A lot of conservatives in red states have very warped notions about who Californians are. The state was literally founded by Franciscan friars, but they think we're all godless heathens.

[@StartAtTheEnd]

It drives me bonkers that not a single reporter asked Mike to defend his position in light of Jesus’ teachings. He is a hardcore White Christian Nationalist. He must be questioned on that basis. Jesus showed us exactly how to hold “religious leaders” to account. He did it with the Pharisees.

[@erichubbard9917]

there are not anymore real reporter everybody is running up to sell there souls sadly its about to get worse. welcome to the tribulation

[@robertinindiana7674]

As a Christian and a 68 year old American, I’m so disappointed and ashamed by the way my government is treating California.

[@dawnroberts8701]

In 1977, living in a southern state, a coworker invited our family to visit her church. At the altar call a young man walked to the altar, and broke down as he repented and asked for forgiveness. I was aghast at the preacher's response. "The elders and I will meet this afternoon and tell you our decision at evening service."

[@KathrynTanner-t8f]

This is that old quid pro quo stuff trump tried to pull on Zelensky a few years ago. That was bad, and inpeachable, but pulling it on your own countrymen is ... I can't even come up with a bad enough word. We can expect a lot of this in the next few years.

[@hanne5678]

And there won't be any impeachment for such behaviour. Hope your country can turn this around before it's totally destroyed.

[@maegardnermills4292]

Greetings in the name of the Lord. 🙏 Mike Johnson's daddy was a fireman. I read his information. I also was a fireman's child. I can image many fireman volunteering that we don't hear about.

[@Aqualyra]

Then his father should be ashamed of him & his ideas about the California fires.

[@linnettemcneal8788]

Lord help California 🙏. Ty for your words of truth. Amen ❤️

[@harveywabbit9541]

That was an expensive way to clear the brush.

[@harveywabbit9541]

Failure to clear the brush is costly in a built-up area.

[@mikejohnson9606]

We all are sinners. Whether it's one or a million sins, it still a sin. God loves us because he accepts us for our sins. I believe you have to help people no matter what political issues they or I believe. The fires in southern California has devastating consequences. Everyone need to help everyone as much as they can.

[@denisemayosky1955]

Well, maybe *despite* our sins instead of for our sins. But He loves us!!!😊

[@alexwixom4599]

The Blasphemy is as clear as day coming from Mike's lips.

[@nicholasbeck2649]

Wow I didn't realize the families who watched their houses and everything they own burn down to the ground or whose relatives burned to death were responsible for the sweeping of forests. /s

[@Joelconway34]

Great video❤️💫Success depends on the amount of hard work and risk you take. Regardless of so many financial challenges, I thank God for a life transforming occurrence after past struggles.

[@ashleywyatt8038]

Absolutely love this Reverend💯💜May we truly learn to love and care for one another In Jesus Name Amen🙌🏻🙏🏻

[@clineshaunt]

Maybe when tornadoes and hurricanes ravage red states, maybe we need to see how they are going to "manage" the construction of homes better able to withstand those events. When a hurricane goes up Louisiana, maybe we need to be sure they "manage" the mangrove areas better that are natural tidal breaks.

[@karmaalstad5588]

☝️☝️ this ☝️☝️

[@KatharinaFranca-v9i]

Another great inspired sermon Rev. Ed. Thank you for spreading the Gospel the way you do🙏

[@kellyharper367]

We are the light of God's love in a world of storms! ✨️ Let's shine! ✨️

[@marieriggs9418]

AMEN;!!!!!!!!!!!;;;

[@denisemayosky1955]

Beautiful!!👏👏👏

[@shelbysaussol4847]

he called himself Moses. Only special people can have gods love.

[@MDJ-f7k]

John 15:12: "My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you" Matthew 5:42: "Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you" Luke 6:38: "Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap"

[@myrarice1395]

Amen! 🙏🏾 The love of God should be freely distributed.

[@ceanncora2]

I feel my patience running thin for “biblical” Christians. I want to say, knock it off.

[@carriesparks8105]

Well said pastor.

[@miriamcampos1476]

I like how you turned the conversation to God's rules, His ways.

[@superfreak303]

Thanks for your perspective, from a Christian that is losing faith. I appreciate you.

[@ruthpeterson1478]

How far can people be removed from the true meaning of Christianity before they realize they had it all wrong. At the moment, I want little to do with anyone who professes their “Christian” beliefs while perched upon their soapbox, because a relationship with Jesus should be humble. Just because someone drives an expensive car, does not mean they’re wealthy. Some of the church-going people I know, are some of the worst people in my community. To err is human, to err over and over with an ugly heart, well, that just makes you a butthole.

[@denisemayosky1955]

Amen

[@pyrovania]

People in LA spend a lot of time in their car, and dont' need to factor in ice and snow when buying one, so you do see a lot of nice cars, especially German cars, on the road. Some drivers of said vehicles are middle class but willing to put money into the car because they're in it two hours a day.

[@glendas2906]

Japan gave California 2 billion dollars no strings attached. But the America first Christians. Total agree.

[@MartinJ-t7y]

Mike Johnson is Revelation 13:11 Trump is Revelation 13:1

[@JamesSutton-ip2oi]

But it's how we work. Legislate morality, and God will bless America.

[@deankostas7214]

Rev Trevors is right. Extending help to those in need, based on conditions of change is not Biblical, esp w urgent conditions! Besides, lg segment, or majority of the state likely try to do the right thing, and not guilty of political graft? Majority of repubs, or dems cannot be in favor of this insult to humanity?

[@Destiny-bt7oi]

🤍😇Thank You Rev T. I live in Northeast California in a tiny mountain town (1900-2000 pop) that's been flooded twice in the last 6 years with wildfire refugees made homeless as well small armies of Firefighters being housed in vacant buildings/schools converted into "Fire Camp" for all the wildland and HotShot crews. Same for the Red Cross shelter that was in town for a few months at the Catholic church. Wall-sized bulletin boards with updated maps were stationed outside several grocery stores and gas stations with a uniformed Forest Service or CalFire rep standing on duty to answer passersby, townspeople, shoppers questions. Sorry to ramble 🙃but I am so appreciative and grateful to the aid given to our wildnerness communities in the past. To attach strings, conditions for helping Los Angeles (and us other Californians in the future) is vile. Love your channel! Blessings to all of us 😁ALLOVEUS

[@beatstreet06]

Thank you for the upload, Rev. Trevors! Thank you in advance to Canada for providing their precious resources and personnel for our disasters. I certainly do hope that MAGA pays attention! Anyway, it's so disheartening knowing that the government can provide billions of dollars for other countries' military forces, yet gives the LA wildfire victims a one-time stipend of only around $770! I've seen this from both parties. I love my country, but just like some of my exes, they've got their priorities all mixed up!

[@billrab7622]

Therefore as the elect of God Holy and dearly loved clothe yourselves with a heart of mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, bearing with one another, if someone happens to have a complaint against anyone else. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also forgive others. And to all these virtues add love which is the bond of perfection. Let the peace of Christ be in control in your heart, and be thankful.

[@patriciahefner5126]

These folks have a rude awakening waiting for them at the pearly gates. You cannot say you're a christian and do hateful things to others. Non believers get grace when they come to God, if you're already a believer you're supposed to ACT like one. God knows your heart.

[@maudieg8459]

Thank you for the reminder of the need to keep our hearts open.

[@revedtrevors4961]

Always!

[@bonnieikamas1201]

So incredibly grateful to/ for you!!!🌹

[@WillemKok1963]

Thank you Ed. ❤

[@margaretmanz2030]

When the Christian Right says 'biblical' I see more Old Testament biblical...God is wrathful, destroys and punishes those who have gone astray. The Good News of Jesus is a loving God, forgiving, full of Grace. It's a completely different world view.

[@l.a.gothro3999]

@Rev Ed Trevors why do folks in organized religions twist the words of their chosen deity/ties to be cruel to others? Ever since I was a kid and first heard "Onward Christian Soldiers", that's been bothering me. Thank you for bringing hope and meaning to us layfolks.

[@marywiker392]

This is so true and good 🙏🏻

[@deedeegray7489]

It's a good thing Jesus didn't put conditions on us! We would all be plunged into Hell! Jesus gives us in Grace!

[@deborahashby7135]

God's love. God's is love.❤❤❤❤❤

[@LadyWinterGreen]

Amen! Thank you Rev Ed. May the Lord bless and keep safe those who are in LA and the surrounding countryside, giving comfort and strength to all who have loss their homes. 🙏

[@janetbatchelor3245]

Sweeping the forest?? The people that are screaming about mismanagement have no idea what they are talking about. I was born in California. The Los Angeles basin was called the valley of smoke because this is a place where the wind blows and fires burn fast. People in California do fire abatement. That is clearing fence lines and sprinkles. Socal works with residents on fire prevention. Years ago, some cities went to fire retardent roofing. My sisters house was saved by the with of a road last year. She did everything they were told to do. Wildfires are just that wild. You add 100 mile in hour winds. Really, there is no way to stop it. I get tired of info government. A little research doesn't take that long. Especially when you have a staff to do it for you.

[@judithcardamone4537]

Thank you so much for this, as well as your many many short videos. As an USA citizen, I am sickened at how many of my fellow USAmericans are either so easily duped they keep falling for the nonsense; or are so greedy, self-serving and bigoted they have been waiting for Trump since Reagan. I am a 79 year old white woman who consistently finds myself in the verge of tears and disgust (tho' I continue to march, speak out, because my grandkids deserve a better future). I have been politically active since the 1960s. I was raised catholic, went to catholic schools, but now consider myself agnostic. I don't know who or what superior being created it all, but I refuse to believe in the malignant narcissistic God and/or Jesus of the GOP, the prosperity gospels, or opus dei and/or evangelicals. **** I left organize religion decades ago. IMO, Trump is not the cause, he is THE RESULT OF 40+ years of "greed is good", cloaked in flags and bibles, dog whistling racism, misogyny, and anti-semitic, anti Muslim, anti-immigrant rhetoric to "Make America (white, christian, anglo) Again. It's insane and as I read somewhere, Canadians must think they're living above a crazed meth lab. Anyway,, I so enjoy hearing your thoughtful words. You espouse the one thing I took away from my childhood catholic school lessons; REAL LOVE, GOD'S LOVE, perfect is unconditional. And doing good, giving must be unconditional. Unfortunately most (current) religious leaders forgo that thought in favor of "threats of the fire of damnation" to build their churches. So your good works are so appreciated.😍

[@judithcardamone4537]

Also, I love Nova Scotia. Went there in 1970 with my parents, sister and b-i-l. We spent a week there, and loved every minute. Turned out to be the last family vacation as my mother passed away in the Spring of 1971. I used to dream of moving there one day. Probably now, like most places, it is not quite the small city Halifax, with the rural paradise all around, of my memories

[@lilianfowler7988]

PS only tiny forests can begin to be managed. Of course if California stopped sending money to subsidize states like Alabama they would have more money for forestry management. But we are Americans. We work for the good of the whole. Tuberville and Johnson sre waging a war of political control while neglecting their oath of Public Service.

[@TraceyScruggs-wk7ru]

Amen Rev Ed

[@itowmyhome797]

Thank you

[@c1886]

Amen, so true

[@phil1825]

I love you brother ❤