An American “Revival” – Let’s Stop and Think
This weekend’s “Restoring Honor” rally in Washington, D.C. drew hundreds of thousands of participants and onlookers, all gathered with a common desire. Consistent with the event’s tag line, who would not want to restore honor to their beloved homeland? I was not in attendance, but for the most part, the reports I have read give me a good impression of the day’s content. By all accounts, it seems to have been an uplifting, encouraging day of unity and reconciliation. However, at the risk of stirring up a bit of controversy, it would be wise to examine and contemplate some of the statements made by Beck’s critics. And just to be clear, I am not talking about those who disagree with him politically.
While no one of sound mind has criticized Beck for his message of optimism, honor, or even the restoration of God-centered living, some have bristled at his posturing, whether intentionally or unintentionally, as the leader of a nationwide Judeo-Christian revival begun on August 28th, 2010. Thus far, the strongest voices of opposition (see here) have come from Christian pastors who cannot help but wonder why American evangelicals are looking increasingly to the Mormon Beck to energize a nationwide awakening. One preacher in particular stated in unequivocal terms that “America needs the biblical, historical Gospel of Jesus, not the gospel of Beck.”
Now, I think we can all agree that if a message of hope, optimism, and the development of integrity and good character is being promoted in an ecumenical context, it does not matter who is speaking. Judging by all indications, it does not appear as if Beck was attempting to do anything more than that this past weekend. However, the reaction of many American Christians has been interestingly forgiving of the theological – nay, fundamental – divide between the Christian church and the Church of Latter Day Saints. This development brings two challenges to mind.
First, will Glenn Beck set the record straight, discounting any ascribed role as a spiritual leader, Judeo-Christian revivalist, or any such position of de facto authority? In other words, will he tell his audience that he is nothing more than a radio and television personality?
Second, and more importantly, will Americans, particularly American Christians, think critically about the prospect of an unordained man who professes a different faith leading what is now being called a religious revival? In his own words, Beck resolved to have America “turn back to God” at the 8/28 rally. Will those Americans who profess the Christian faith think twice about following a Mormon back to God? To be clear, I do not advocate an out-and-out dismissal of Beck’s message. Rather, I urge all of his listeners to think freely and independently about the credence and respect they give to his opinions.
With this post, I do not intend to start a debate over the theological points of Christianity or Mormonism, nor do I wish to see ad hominem attacks on either. Rather, I am interested in the thoughts of the AM readers on Glenn Beck’s role in restoring honor and integrity to American society. Here at AM, we talk often about bringing honesty and accountability back to our political culture, but such values must first be cultivated in the lives of individuals. Naturally, we will look for resources that will aid in cultivating those values. In your own personal opinion, is Glenn Beck such a resource, a skilled cultural commentator with some good, helpful ideas, or is he someone worth looking to for spiritual or moral encouragement, or even guidance?
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The sad thing in this country is that Christians have these weird ideas that only their church is teaching the truth. I wish they would drop these old fashion idiotic titles and realize that all people who believe in Jesus Christ and his Father need to be united. All Christians need to be sharing optimism and love for one another in this rough time of our American life.
Glen Beckis an AMERICAN…..TALKING ABOUT OUR FOUNDERS…WHY DON’T WE JUST LEAVE IT AT THAT!!!
I listen to Glenn Beck often, and watched most of the rally. I have never heard him mention religion, his message of getting on our knees and getting back to God is not “mormon”, not do we have to follow a “mormon” to get back to God. I don’t see anyone else who has the you know what to stand like Glenn Beck has and preach this message. Neither evangelicals, nor priests nor anyone.
If you listen, Beck does not want anyone to follow him. He wants us all to turn to God.
Glenn has consistently professed belief in Jesus Christ and the complete atonement Jesus made at the cross. Whatever else he believes, his description of his beliefs is 100% what evangelical Christians believe. Yes, you can be LDS and be saved. If only those who say they are Christian would show HALF the faith that Glenn has shown!
Shut up Eric we are all getting sick and tired of people that always look for some reason for us not to join together to what is best for our country. Why you guys can’t just accept the fact that Glenn Beck like many others in this contry,the majority to be exact, know we have been going in the wrong direction. We don’t care if he is Mormon, Catholic, Protestant or whatever. If people like you would take time to listen to the message we would all be better off. You are a jerk!!
I agree Eleanor. Glenn is always always always encouraging anyone and everyone to do their own research, learn about our founders, our founding documents, and not simply take his word at anything. I’ve learned more about our Constitution (of which I have multiple copies for distribution to my grown children), George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson…even Thomas Paine, James Madison and the Rev Whitfield! All Because Glenn encouraged me to do so, and I’m grown up enough (52 and still kicking) to make up my own mind about anyone and anything.
Glenn Beck wraps himself in a flag and with a Bible in one hand and a Book of Mormon in the other he goes forth… Like Jehovah’s witnesses and Chuck Smith’s Cult the Mormons are a religion born and bred in the good old USA. LDS want everyone to become Mormon and believe as beck does, that before Jesus was on Earth, in the land of the USA way back when and once upon a time, there were horses and wheeled carts and barley and wheat and steel ,not just iron, forged. There were great walled cities and a big war with 1 million people – the Good Guys were White and the bad Guys? … just guess…
I don’t think that Glenn Beck has ever considered himself a leader, he’s more of a facilitator. He’s not trying to start his own church or even lead people to the Mormon Church. He’s trying to get people to determine what THEY believe in. This morning he quoted Jefferson (and I’m paraphrasing) saying That reason comes first, to the point that once reason is firmly seated, then you can question even the existence of God. We all as individuals need to know what we believe. Glen is trying to get people to educate themselves, to question everything and find their personal bedrock. He often encourages his listeners to read the source materials, not just to believe what he says. I think Glen is just trying to get Americans to understand what the foundation of this country is. Like it or not, this Country is founded on a deep belief in God and the rights God has gifted to each human on the planet. If you take God out of the picture, the rights come from the Government and they can take them away. Glen is a reluctant servant, is he making a bunch of money in the mean time? Yes, but he wasn’t wearing a bullet proof vest on Saturday for fun. I’m sure that while he is making a good living, it has also put him, his family and even his employees in danger. It takes a great deal of courage to move forward in the face of adversity, and its sickening that those measures are necessary since his primary messages are to know what you believe, turn to God and to educate yourself are positive and can only hurt those who want you to follow them like a vacuous blob of protoplasm with no will or understanding. Glen’s message is nothing but positive and its a shame that there are so many people trying make it something ugly or sordid.
“Now, I think we can all agree that if a message of hope, optimism, and the development of integrity and good character is being promoted in an ecumenical context, it does not matter who is speaking. Judging by all indications, it does not appear as if Beck was attempting to do anything more than that this past weekend.”
I say that sums it up rather well! no further comment needed! thanks!
I’ll be pithy,
1. On several occasions Glen has stated that he is nothing more than a radio and television personality doing a job that others have not stood up to do.
2. Correct me if I’m wrong but other than a burning bush who ordained Moses! And why would you care? He has never espoused his personal beliefs beyond just admitting he’s a Mormon.
geez dude!
So far Glen Beck is the only one telling us what we need to know. Without knowledge it is impossible to discern truth from untruth (lies).
I was at the rally. I was encouraged by Glenn Beck and the other speakers to look to God. Whether or not he agrees with me theology, which I believe to be biblical, and even if he is not a true worshipper of Jesus Christ, this pst Saturday he spoke the truth.
Truth is still truth, no matter whose lips are speaking it. And if Beck is not a Christian, shame on those of us who are for leaving this necessary call to a non-believer.
Is it really necessary to disect every single aspect of the rally? If the Christian pastors are so fired up about it, then why didn’t they take their own initiative earlier and beat Beck to the punch instead of whining about it after the fact? It’s not like a lack of spiritualism came up overnight. At least someone had the backbone to step up and say what the country needed to hear. And of course we have the Libtards trying to make a racial thing out of it. So lame and such a lie. I think these left-wing morons sit up at night thinking this crap up.
It takes a small-minded person to reject the message because of the messenger. Beck’s focus on restoring honor and returning to a public life focused on following the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Glenn Beck is the best voice we have right now to articulate what we need to restore this country. He is the one doing the “dirty work” so to speak in exposing a lot of the dishonesty. He has the exposure with 4 hours a day between his radio and TV shows and can get the message across to as many people as possible. He found the one central theme this country is missing and that is religion. He is brillant and has his finger on the pulse of the majority American population. We need to support him every way we can and help be his watchdogs and feed him information as well as keep his ratigns up to keep him on the air. Without having to even run for president, he is doing more for this country’s spirits than either the current president or the past 2 presidents have been able to do to unite this country. With him, I feel much better now than I did after Election Day 2008 when I felt such darkness and I can see light at the end of the tunnel. He has my prayers and wishes for a long happy life.
Glenn is trying to re-ignite the spirit behinid the Constitiutionl Convention in that while there are many different sects to Christianity, at the core, we all believe in the same values. The founders knew that the idea os liberty and self governance in the form of a Republic could only last with a virtuous people. That’s where he’s going with all of it.
I watched the entire event on C-Span and I saw nothing wrong with his message. Being a Mormon doesn’t mean he’s not a Christian. Most, if not all, Christian religions was being represented. We must, also, keep in mind that the Government is enlisting some churches to preach “their” propaganda. And Glenn is right…”collective salvation” is a perversion of the Gospel.
But all I saw him doing was telling people to get their strength to stand from God. We must get our honor back!
Beck is a skilled cultural commentator, saying things that others either can’t or won’t say.
God can and does use whomever He wills – and quite frequently “Colors outside the lines.” Remember Balaam, Paul, Martin Luther, Zwingli, Tyndale, etc?. That said, where are the “Christian” leaders who’re ready and willing to carry this kind of “torch”?
As, Christians, we are not supposed to judge. God is the only one that can do that. I don’t really care if you are a Methodist, Catholic, Mormon, Pentecostal, or Evangelical. We are all Americans and we all care about this great country.
Well said Eleanor! Labels, finger pointing and posturing are the things that divide us, both in political parties and religious denominations. Leave Glen Beck alone and take a look inside your own heart folks!
I think if you are going to read critics and make demands of Glenn Beck without even attending the Restoring Honor event, you may invite some crticism yourself. Your demands sound totally uninformed. Have you listened to Glenn’s own statements about the event and his motives that occurred over a period of months, or to the Chris Wallace interview after the Restoring Honor Rally? Have you watched the CSPAN coverage? If you had done any of these things, you would know the focus of the event. It was not Glenn Beck. Please check out the actual event and the actual people that were honored there.
I too am baptised Mormon and I heard no referenc to that or any one religion. I was awed that he held everyones attention, the quiet at just the right times, the messages were not all religious. Speakers from different places and religions.
Time will show that maybe just maybe this “revival” has opened many peoples eyes to turn them back to the God our creator.
as eleanor said ” an AMERICAN….TALKING ABOUT OUR FOUNDERS….” Leave it at that
We watched the entire event on C-Span and were greatly encouraged. Men and women of every ethnicity joining together to uplift each other, to honor each other, and to turn each other towards God and His love. It was a great event and one I hope will begin positive change in the hearts of people across America.
Hey Dr Glenn, Carole and I LOVE YA!!!!! We were there on the 28th and feel blessed to have been among the over 600,000. All of us there for the same reason…to get our Wonderful Country back from the, the, well you know, and keep it safe and free for all of us!!!!! Our children and grand-children are counting on us to leave all of this the same as or maybe even better than it was when we were born. THANK YOU for all you are doing there and we will keep fighting here in Ohio to make it better by taking control back and keeping it from thise who want to destroy what we have all enjoyed for over 230 years! We Love Ya and watch you every day!
Carole and Larry
Though I definitely disagree with many of his theological beliefs and statements, I am so thankful that SOMEONE is speaking out and uniting America. I can’t remember another time when anyone brought that many people to DC and asked them to get on their knees to pray for our country and get back to the basic virtues of Faith, Hope and Charity.
He does not profess to be a “preacher”. I am one Christian who is glad finally see someone speak of God in our country. Clearly our local pastors are afraid to take a stand. I have personally asked my pastor to give a sermon about values in our elected representataives. They are afraid of loosing their tax exempt status.
Why don’t we change the House of Representatives, to elected officials who can put bills forward, but the American people vote on it, make us a Democracy! We are now in a Republic out of necessity 230 years ago. Technology has changed, and we need to do the same, so that the American People be the balance, to the checks and balances. A centralized government overseeing state government, was never the intention of the founding fathers! The States were to have the rights to govern their own citizens. If Mass. wants health care, let them have it and pay for it!
I was at the rally on Ssaturday, and although I am a practicing Baptist Christian, I did not hear anything from Glenn Beck that caused me to want to change to Mormonism. I believe that his message was clear, concise, and to the point. That is, that we, as American’s, need to turn back to God to guide us in all things, including running our government. I, for one, was glad to see someone stand up in front of God, the many thousands of people at the rally, and millions more watching on video around the world, and say what this country needs to do to be restored to our once greatness.
Hi,
David Baton , Miss King etc..and several he has on his show know this.
I think it is the only Mitt Romney did NOT win the Republican Presidential Nomination In 2008.
” The Truth Is Still The Truth ~ Even If You Choose Not To Believe It”
Only thing to do is “Pray” that Glenn see’s more of the light.
At least, he step out and spoke in a big way, in public…and is NOT hiding in the safety of his Church…Like so many “Christians” do.
I am as “guilty” of this as anyone.
Most Christian Pastors will NOT do it..Because They would loose there 501 “Non Profit Status.”
YET,
Even though Glenn had “Pastor Hagee” do the closing prayer on 8/27 from the “Kennedy Center”…”Pastor Hagee” …would NOT And Does Not Agree With The Mormon Doctrine.
BUT,
I think he does see that…support of this event was a must, for the good of our country.
But, at the same time…Pastor Hagee could NOT do an event like this, because more than likely…the Government (IRS) would take his churches “Tax Exemption Status” away…
God ” Moves In Mysterious Ways”….
Lets Pray that Glenn sees that…I think he will.
But, I also want to say that…just because he holds some beliefs now in this place & time in his life …does not mean that it will not change….and does not mean that 828 was wrong or he was trying to point people in the wrong direction.
Glenn has come a LONG WAY…And is always “Challenging Himself To Find The REAL TRUTH”….So I Believe GOD will show him the Full Truth Of His “Current” Religious Beliefs
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OUR WHOLE COUNTRY BADLY NEEDED ~ WHAT HAPPEN ON 8-28-2010 ~ NO MATTER WHAT YOUR CURRENT BELIEFS ARE!
Peace to ALL!
Dan
`Glenn Beck would never try try to convert and/or use his religion as a tool `politically and/or for personal gain. And for those who don`t know, `Mormonisn is solely base on `Christianity. Our (Mormon) beliefs are `christian beliefs. So, when he talked about getting back to `God in his speech in Washington, no one should even think that he is trying to throw his own(Mormon) religion around. There are `Many religions that are based on the christian beliefs. I am sure (knowing Glenn)he meant all christian based religions.
Who are we to question whom God will choose? While I am absolutely not trying to elevate Mr. Beck to the level of an Apostle, the early Church certainly would not have chosen Paul. As it is written, “But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.” (1Cr 1:27)
The country would be better off if we were all like Glenn Beck.
God first, then country, . Liberty with justice for all. Let’s nominate Glenn Beck for President of the U.S. Donna
Well said Jean. What difference does it make if Beck is a Mormon? Or a Baptist? Or Catholic? Or Jewish? Anybody who says ANYTHING negative about his message is just making an idiot of themselves. If all Americans cannot agree on the basic message of the RESTORING HONOR rally, then we’re doomed…
The last time I checked Mr. Beck wasnt being arrest for molesting little boys!!! If the man is working in his heart for Jesus, “Let Him Do Gods Work”, Im a cristian and it sounds to me like some of the clergy are upset about having thier thunder taken from them by an honest man!!!!
Since when has Christians “weird ideas” been forced upon anyone that only their church has it right. Do Christians go around knocking on doors to profess they are the only religion, or do they simply talk about the Bible and becoming right with God? The only true religion is the one you have personally with God and what you take from the Bible. The lessons from Jesus is to love thy neighbor, and your ememies, and to pray for those who need it most. We on earth are all brothers and sisters, under God. God is the way, the truth and the light. Not the religion we practice.
I thought Glenn Beck’s message was right on. I believe he was led by God to bring it at that place and at that time. I am a Independent Christian Church member. I know a little about the Mormon faith and altho I don’t agree with a lot of it, I do know that God can use whomever he wants to bring His message. Jesus was a poor carpenter and the disciples were unlearned men. The Holy Spirit can work thru any of us that our Lord determines to use. Please don’t think that Christians are mesmerized by Glenn Beck. We believe God’s message, delivered in God’s time. There are many others who could do this if it’s God’s will and the messenger is in tune with God.
Glenn Beck is simply making a move to help all Christian Americans come together in spite of the non-christian influences that have threatened the fabric of this Republic over the last 100 years.
More power to ANYONE who stands for moral and righteous beliefs in this day and age.
We have come too far, to allow reprobates and losers rule this land.
“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” – 2 Chronicles 7:14
It’s past the time when we should be treating one another like human beings. We need to reclaim this country from those who seek elitism rather than rule of law.
We are all human beings…(I hope)..We all need to come together to try and save our country. Simple as that….Glenn is only…as far as I can tell..and I watch and listen everyday…trying to do JUST THAT!!! SIMPLE
Even if you don’t believe in a god….we still need to return to what our founding fathers preached and founded this nation on. Why do people keep trying to desert our constitution?
Religions have forever through history cause great wars…..!!
Beck is ONLY TRYING TO OPEN EVERY CITIZENS EYES to what is happening to this nation. We MUST UNITE. NOW Or forever hold our peace and give our selves over to politicians and become slaves…….WHY IN GODS’ NAME ARE YOU FIGHTING AGAINST TRUTH?
I am a devoted Christian, and believe that every word in the Bible is ordained by God. I do not completely understand the Mormon religion, nor do I need to. Regardless of Beck’s specific theological beliefs, he was used by God this past weekend. I listened to the entire broadcast on tv and although he said a couple of things that made me scratch my head, for the most part he didn’t say anything that Christians can disagree with. Any christian that takes a hard stance against Beck is doing so only because of his religion. That, in itself, is ungodly. How can we deny the accuracy of Beck’s message? #1 FAITH- Our country will not change directions until we return to God. “Without faith, it is IMPOSSIBLE to please God. Beck is right. #2 HOPE- Our hope is in the Lord. If we focus on Him, our future is secure. Beck is right #3 CHARITY- 1 Corinthians chapter 13…..without love/charity, we are nothing. Beck was right.
I don’t have to believe everything Beck believes to know that he is on to something. We need to take heed. For whatever reason, God is using Glen Beck. It’s not the first time He has used a seemingly unworthy vessel.
Glenn Beck answered many of those questions right after the rally with Chris Wallace. Glenn would agree that “America needs the biblical, historical Gospel of Jesus, not the gospel of Beck.” He is not telling what people to believe. He is telling them to search within themselves to find out what they believe. When Chris Wallace asked him “What are you?” Glenn’s first answer was “A father.” And that is his favorite role, besides husband. He has no loftier aspirations.
Glenn doesn’t want ANYONE following him “back to God.” He wants people to follow after their own consciense.
Glen is just trying to say that when the majority of folks in this country believed in God it was a better place. It doesn’t matter who your “God” is…it just matters that you believe in something!
Hi,
Less than 10 years ago ‘Glenn” would have been on a “BAR STOOL” watching ‘Obama’ giving a speech in LA on “Katrina”…thinking he sound like a great guy…
Why,
Because he believed in nothing….
I Would say “God” is working in his life…
He did not go from a “BAR STOOL” To “828″ without some ‘divine intervention’..IMHO
I still do not agree with the Mormon Doctrine….
But, Just the same, I DO BELIEVE HE IS SEEKING THE REAL LIVING GOD…Through His Son Jesus Christ…The only son of GOD!
Peace!
Dan
I didn’t attend Glenn’s rally but I believe what the country needs is to ask for God’s forgiveness and start praying. God doesn’t like getting shoved out of the way. He made this planet and he can darn well break it if He so chooses. I believe in the power of prayer and I pray all the time for anything and everybody. We need to stop focusing on the busy-ness in our lives and pay more attention to God. I’ve started doing that and it really works.
And what is wrong with restoring a little honor to America?
8 28 They say Beck was trying to hijack the message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
It is totally false.
He chose the scripture Romans 8: 28 to model his restoring honor campaign.
Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose.
He was saying we all have a role in the life of America.
We all have rights and responsibilities if we are going to keep this nation of freedom.
He was talking about personal responsibility which is sourly lacking in America.
What about responsible government?
For over 70 years America has been hijacked by the left.
Socialism, Communism, Atheism , were not a part of America at her founding.
Homosexual marriage, abortion, were considered an abomination.
Today America embraces the above.
Can G-ds judgement be far off, and not just for America, but for the entire world!
This of course leaves out all the non-Christians who believe the nation needs to return to the principles of the Founding Fathers, regardless of religion.
Eric, it sounds as though you haven’t been listening to Beck for long. He often professes to be no more than a commentator (or rodeo clown). It’s okay to ask questions. My question is why a class act like AM turned you loose on this subject? Clearly, you haven’t done so much as a google search to get the correct name of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
You’ve had lots of good replies to your essay already. Beck is not trying to convert anyone to Mormonism. He made no mention of his religion on Saturday. He was more of an MC than a headliner. What he’s doing is trying to turn the hearts of the American people back to God.
Please take a bit more time to do research before you publish your piece. Here’s the official Church newsroom: http://newsroom.lds.org/ldsnewsroom/eng/ You’ll find guidelines, beliefs, Church’s stand on issues.
How about if you first get the name of Glenn Beck’s church correct…it is The Church of JESUS CHRIST of Latter-day Saints, who by the way are Christians & therefore should not be classified as a group apart from American Christians!
Of course the author wanted to stir the pot. Geez, what difference does it make that Beck is LDS. Does he believe in God? That is the bottom line. I personally am a Catholic and I saw nothing wrong with anything said. I believe in all faith’s that believe in a Supreme Being as long as they follow peace and understanding to all. This country was built on Christian beliefs and it should follow those guidelines today. You want to follow another religion, fine but if you want your country to also follow your beliefs I suggest you move.
Thanks for the comments all. Some good points here.
To reiterate, I have not, nor do I, suggest that anyone completely disregard the message of the Restoring Honor rally. It was an event promoting a noble cause, and its message is one that will surely do more good than harm. That being said, I feel the need to clarify.
This post is NOT an attack on Beck or the rally. It is an observation on a recently developed trend. As recently as a few years ago, a Mormon would not have gained such an immense following with Christians in America, largely, if not entirely, because of distinct theological differences between the two faiths. Now, many evangelicals credit Beck for this spiritual event without so much as mentioning the influence of his own faith. I cannot help but think that this post was so controversial precisely because I mentioned it.
That said, the observation here is on the way that Christians in America have received Glenn Beck, not the way that he has portrayed himself. I DO listen to his show somewhat regularly, and I AM well aware that he frequently tells his listeners to think for themselves. I hope that they will. Beck does not claim to be the leader of a spiritual awakening, but there appear to be a good number of people out there who view him as such, to one degree or another.
And as a final word, for those who belittle pastors for not “stepping up” like Beck, I urge you to remember that pastors have their own jobs. They do not have the audience that Glenn Beck does, nor do they operate for-profit companies as Glenn Beck does. Pastors do not organize rallies of this magnitude because they are instead working in their churches, cultivating their congregations and caring for the communities over which they have been given authority. They are not nationally known radio personalities, nor are they even known across their states, with a few exceptions. They choose instead to work with the people they interact with every day.
I was once asked the question: What do you get when you send an idiot to college?? The answer, of course, is an educated idiot. I think that holds true here!!!!!
I listen to Beck’s radio show everyday and he has made it perfectly clear that 8/28 was not about him at all, it was about all of us. I am a Baptist and needless to say my beliefs differ from Becks, but the common denominator is God. Glenn Beck’s message is very simple… turn to God and develop an individual relationship with him. Change your life and start living it with honor and integrity with absolute faith in God or America will no longer exist. I think it’s safe to say that all faiths can agree on that. If the Christian leaders in this country have a problem with a Mormon leading the charge then perhaps they should have beaten Beck to the punch and started the revival a long time ago, but the “Christian” leaders that oppose it are too afraid of losing members of their congregation from standing side by side with a Mormon, and for that they are hypocrites. These are the same people that try to “pray the gay away”. They have no credibility. Someone had to be the first to stand up and do the hard thing and If that person is a Mormon then so be it. The truth is the truth, and America needed to hear it.
The message was very clear that it dosnt matter what color or relegon you are it is that you look toGod for he has the answers and he alone cane give you hope .and the charity of man helping each other to get thro hard times. I think everyone can unite under that thought . I say God bless Glenn Beck for his countrubution to this country
I think who is going to quivel over christian sects denominations as a factor in Glenn Beck’s message have missed the point of it entirely.
“…Christian pastors who cannot help but wonder why American evangelicals are looking increasingly to the Mormon Beck to energize a nationwide awakening…”
Hmmm…let’s see…might it be that perhaps it’s because evangelicals are not getting that message from their pastors???
Perhaps, instead of sniping at Glenn, his critics should remember the adage “we can accomplish much if we do not worry about who gets the credit”.
money money money>>>and more $$$$$$$>>>give him money money money
I am most shocked by the comments from christians who keep referring to Beck as the ‘unworthy’, ‘weak’ vessel that God has chosen to use for some odd reason. And think in the same breath they are supportive of the message.
Maybe we all could slow down a bit and realize that maybe God is using him for some other reason! Maybe because he IS worthy, maybe because he HAS turned his will over and been where he should be, doing what he should be doing and now he is very capable of being an instrument in God’s hands.
You good christians somehow miss the fact that your very words toward his beliefs – his worthiness or unworthiness, his status as christian or “needing to see the light”, his being ordained to preach or not – are hateful and divisive all by themselves – yet you profess to follow God, that you seek unity in the country and agree with our founding fathers – and even proclaim that Glenn’s message is OF God?!
How dare we think ourselves the judges over whether someone else is ‘christian’ or not. We are not the judge. God is. Clearly Beck believes in God and does his best to follow him…and clearly, God finds Beck’s hands as worthy tools to do his great work.
God calls men to do his work. Glenn does not need ‘permission’ from MEN to do God’s work.
It was powerful to see so many clear minded clergy link arm and arm and sing amazing grace. And how powerful it was for Glenn to turn to them and recognize that they may not agree on fundamentals…but they all agree on one thing; that God is the answer.
I hope we can find unity in that!!
“By their fruits ye may know them.”
Most sincerely,
A concerned but hopeful christian
Eric,
Clearly you DO want to stir things up, contrary to your apparent pretenses not to. This is evidenced by the fact that you clearly have never watched or listened to Beck. I listen and watch all the time and I have NEVER heard him say he was “the leader of a nationwide Judeo-Christian revival”. I will not say he never has said this, (you can’t disprove a negative after all) but I will say I have NEVER heard this said by him. I actually HAVE heard him say to research and study things for yourself and he HAS said “do not take my word for it” find out the truth on your own.
The second thing I must argue with you on is I have never heard him mention anything about his being “Mormon”. I only found out he was a member of the LDS church when I researched Beck on my own, independent of his shows and webites.
For your information the correct term is LDS. Mormon is the name of the book and an antiquated name for the church. A name that anti-LDS people throw out to try to degrade members of the LDS church. This is evidenced by the fact that you ask, “Will those Americans who profess the Christian faith think twice about following a Mormon back to God?” Really? Are you aware that members of the LDS church ARE Christians? If you do not know this, then you owe the readers of American Majority an apology AND retraction. (By the way I am not LDS, but have studied the church quite a bit. They are Christian without a doubt.) If you do not know that LDS is Christian then you really need to do a little more research before you write such a flawed piece as this. Or you could just go work for mainstream media i.e. CBS, ABC, New York Times who chose to write hit pieces like this a standard practice.
Finally sir, you ask “will Glenn Beck set the record straight, discounting any ascribed role as a spiritual leader, Judeo-Christian revivalist, or any such position of de facto authority? In other words, will he tell his audience that he is nothing more than a radio and television personality?” I have again, NEVER heard him say or even imply this. If you can point to an instance than please publish this to back up your allegation, otherwise retract it.
If you have ever listened to Glenn Beck, then you know that he has said numerous times that he is a radio personality and an entertainer. He is also a father and a follower of GOD. Why should it matter what denomination he is? He is not telling everyone to follow the Mormon Bible or to follow him, just to follow God and what He has written.
If you weren’t there, how can you question? If you don’t listen to him on a regular basis, how can you know who he is?
Eric – I liked your commentary on Glen Beck and I agree with your view points. I would have never known that he was a Morman because I never heard him mention it on any of his shows. I am a born again christian and do not believe in any of the cults so-called theology. I can only pray that Glen Beck will do extensive research on the Morman religion and discover the real truth and then come to know Jesus as his savior.
I’ve listened to and watched beck since around 2001 and I got nothing but respect for the man. I understand that Mr. college student Eric Josephsen is no doubt doing the best he can but who is the editor for this site?
“First, will Glenn Beck set the record straight, discounting any ascribed role as a spiritual leader, Judeo-Christian revivalist, or any such position of de facto authority? In other words, will he tell his audience that he is nothing more than a radio and television personality?”
Have you never watched or listened to his show? I have never heard him claim to be or state that he wished to be in any position. Although I have heard him say many many times on air that he did not want to be doing what so-called journalists (what you are supposed to be I guess) should be doing. Seeking the truth, reporting the truth, asking tough questions that need answering. I’ve heard him say to his audience countless times to not take his or anyone’s word for it, to research things themselves instead of blindly following others. I’ve also heard him say he’s merely an entertainer, a radio/television personality. So, Mr. college student, it is very clear to those in his audience who have taken his advice that you have no idea in hell what you’re talking about. You should be ashamed for writing such wishy-washy huffington post-ish trash about one of the few decent people left in a dead, untrustworthy and hollow media. Oh and one more thing.
“Rather, I am interested in the thoughts of the AM readers on Glenn Beck’s role in restoring honor and integrity to American society. Here at AM, we talk often about bringing honesty and accountability back to our political culture, but such values must first be cultivated in the lives of individuals.”
Well junior, my thoughts are as follows: glenn beck is an American, he’s a dad, he wants to leave his kids a strong and free country to grow up in. I can relate to that, glenn and I have that in common. Beck has talked for months about how the answers to our problems will never be found in politics, but rather in our own homes, lives and hearts. I totally agree with that. So who has done more than simply talked about these things? Have you or “AM” staged any rallies or anything lately with hundreds of thousands of people in attendance? If you don’t think beck is doing a good enough job of getting America more honorable, why don’t you or “AM” step up and do it better?
I belive in GOD ,But when it comes to religion ,It’s one MANS opion agaist another man,NOT GODS,At least hes got guts enough to stand up for what he belives in
The Founding Fathers were men of God in that they believed in him, and called upon him to help them in the task they had ahead to declare their independence and create a country of religious liberty and freedom for all. Glenn honors them. Glenn Beck has the faith, the ability, the passion, and the resources to effectively motivate people to move toward God and the spiritual things that bring joy and happiness into their lives.
I think Van hit nail right on the head. When the founding fathers wrote the constitution thier was christians from all denominations. Who cares if the patriot leading the charge is a Mormon, or a Baptist or whatever as long as God is honored and it is all about God. Quite honestly it is not about Glenn Beck it is about honoring God, and restoring honor and integrity to this great country.
My daughter and I went to the Restore Honor Rally. The fact that Glen Beck is a Mormon should not be the issue here. He has been saying for months that God is the answer to the problems that we are facing. And he is right !!! Why would pastors be upset with THAT message? He talked about so many things… HONOR, INTEGRITY, INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILTY, He reiterated the words of Martin Luther King,Jr. that a man should be “judged not by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”
This nation was founded on Judeo-Christian principles. Throughout Washington, DC there are monuments and buildings of every shape and size imaginable. Many if not most of them have quotes from scripture. I find it ironic that Alabama had to cover and then remove the 10 commandments from the courthouse yet those same words are carved into the wall at the Supreme Court building. “Praise be to God” is on top of the Washington Monument.. The Founding Fathers looked to God for guidance as they tried to start this new nation. They knew that they could not do it alone… They had their own disagreements … but in the end they believed what they were doing was right and to quote ” with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor.”
I wonder what the Founding Fathers would say if they could see us now…!!!
I agree with Van. I have traveled the religious road from Catholic to Mormon to born again Believer in the Way, the Truth, and the Life. While I recognize the many theological issues dividing Mormonism and Biblical Christianity, while listening to and watching Glenn Beck’s radio and tv show, I appreciate his love for history and how important it is to learn from it, as well as his encouragement for us all to seek God and to restore some core fundamental values to this country (faith, hope, charity!). Out of all the conservative hosts I listen to, I think Glenn Beck has been one of the most courageous in encouraging people to seek God for the answers plaguing this country today. God has already richly blessed this country; we have totally taken it for granted and become apathetic. Our prayer now should be: God have mercy on this country!
Leo. obviously you were not there or cared to listen to Glen’s remarks… or anyone elses.. The $$$$ that was raised after expenses went to SOWF – Special Operations Warrior Foundation. …
I think the author missed the point. A whole bunch of people gathered to do good. Led by a good man. “By their fruits ye shall know them.”
Mormonism is the basis of christianity. I did not know that Glen Beck is Morman.Now that I know;I will iisten to what he has to say more carefully.
The message I got from watching Glen Beck’s rally was an urgent need for those of us in this country who either moved away from religion and/or God as their foundation or never had it at all in their lives (like me) to go get it back in their lives. My parents grew up in the 50′s and 60′s and over time grew to dislike their religion, so they dropped out of it. Which caused me (who was raised in the 70′s and 80′s) to have never experienced church, never read the bible and had no idea (until a few years ago) how our Constitution was written and by who – and what it all really meant. There are probably millions of people just like me – people who have no foundation, no faith, nothing concrete to guide me through lifes trials. So what happens? I find myself searching for spiritual guidance “somewhere”. Glenn Becks message to those of us who have strayed or gotten lost to go BACK to those basic principles and morals taught in the bible and in many other religions. The message to me was; when the country does not have common moral ground or common values, then we fall apart. And that is what is happening to this country. Glen Beck’s rally was just a “nudge” in the right direction – he’s nudging us to go out and find the truth and to go back to “what works”. I wouldn’t look to HIM for guidance, he’s just a personality who happens to be correct. Churches of all faiths should hopefully start seeing an influx of new members. And since I do not have a religion, I guess I need to figure out what my parents “used” to be and start from there. Getting a bible in the house may be step #1.
Glenn Beck is not and has never professed to want to be placed in a role as a spiritual leader. In fact, he has repeatedly stated that he is not worthy of such a role. He has plainly stated that it is important for each of us to be involved in transforming our nation. He has reached out to leaders of all religions to unit to bring our country back to it’s roots. He had numerous religious leaders from many different religions at the really. He is pleading for the American people to unit – putting aside color of skin, heritage, and religious denomination – for the good of our nation.
I listen to his rally on C-span and I watched via live stream his program at the Kennedy Center on Friday night. I am a Christian (Church of Christ), for the life of me I can not understand how anyone could question his words on Saturday. Personally, I am glad somebody has the gutts to stand up and say what he said. Many of us sit in chuch listening to mealy mouthed peachers who don’t have the guts to live what they preach from the pulpit.
Mormonism is the basis of Cristianity.I did not know that Clen Beck is Mormon. Now that I do, I will listen to him more carefully.
I think Beck is a flake…similar to Limbaugh. I can’t help but think he has an agenda of sorts….what he says has no real substance…more or less…smoke and mirrors. He’s a good speaker…he is intelligent in some ways….but I wouldn’t trust him as far as I could throw him. The same goes for Palin…she’s great to look at…but as a leader in politics…NO WAY! I’m not a liberal, nor am I a Republican…I just call it like I see it. I didn’t vote for Obama…or McCain…both were losers as far as I’m concerned. Ron Paul is my only choice…the only politician I could trust.
This article is absolutely accurate as to well intentioned Christians being led astray by a member of a religious cult. But it doesn’t surprise me because the Bible tells us “in the end times even the elect will be deceived and fall away” and “do not be man-followers”. Another post hits the nail on the head as well by saying “…perhaps it’s because evangelicals are not getting that message from their pastors..”. It is true that many church pastors are lazy and teach topical messages and do not preach/teach Biblical truths by teaching the Bible book by book, chapter by chapter, word by word, and thought by thought. Many professed Christians are in name only and are quick to chase after a man or woman – not the true God and Jesus of the Bible. Funny thing than several posts state a similar message with “the common denominator is God”… yes, but which god? Mormons create their own gods and even state that the god of today is not the god of yesterday or tomorrow. Their church leaders say that their god is in power as long as they approve. They also teach that their Jesus is “the brother of Lucifer”…. hmmm, but the Bible clearly tells us that Lucifer was a created angel and was thrown out of heaven for leading a rebellion with other angels to try and overthrow GOD. For those of you willing to accept being led by a Mormon or a Muslim, you should step back and question your own strength of faith and not be deceived as being a lemming ready to follow a man into the ocean of spiritual death.
God bless Glenn Beck for having the courage to do this.
Just a few observations:
First, I think Glenn would agree with the pastor that said, “America needs the biblical, historical Gospel of Jesus, not the gospel of Beck.” I also think that was a major underlying theme of Glenn’s rally.
Second, the correct title of the church is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The ONLY “fundamental” difference between Latter-day Saints and other Christian sects is the question of founding. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints claims that the gospel was restored through Joseph Smith Jr. beginning in 1820 after a period of time when the gospel was not on the earth in its fullness. Other Christian sects were reformed from the Catholic church who claimed to have received the priesthood directly from Peter.
Third, I am certain that Glenn is at least an ordained Elder in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Fourth, You would be better served writing from a position of knowledge rather than misinformation. Your lack of knowledge of Glenn’s background and the church to which he belongs seriously limits your capacity for objectivity. Additionally, your disclaimer, “To be clear, I do not advocate an out-and-out dismissal of Beck’s message. Rather, I urge all of his listeners to think freely and independently about the credence and respect they give to his opinions” suggests that you may have already decided and are simply baiting an argument.
Hey Eric Josephsen, you should write an article about Obama’s faith. At the very least if you have good sense you would agree with and promote Glen’s principals and if not then AM should either side with your position or disagree with it. It would be very easy for me to leave following AM.
In response to “However, the reaction of many American Christians has been interestingly forgiving of the theological – nay, fundamental – divide between the Christian church and the Church of Latter Day Saints.”
Are you not missing the point? Why must there be a divide? I say there is not. We all believe in one god, so let’s focus on that common view to rally against the darkness falling upon our country. Unity and truth is the only way to fight this evil. More division will only lead to victory for the side of godless culture and evil.
i dont know or have heard enough of glenn beck tobe able to decide what he is trying to do other than incite people to come back to the christain roots this country was founded upon. if he can do that, more power to him. only time will tell how he handles this, if he becomes or tries to become a self appointed “messiah” or allows people to make him one, then he will have a whole new set of problems to deal with and his so called revival will be short lived.but if he is simply a man following god’s will to restore this christian based nation then he will remain humble and the nation will all the better for it.
At least Beck is being positive, and not promoting hate doctrine. America needs to wake up and realize our government officials who back Islamic terrorism ways are so out of it. Our forefathers would come back from the dead and ALL give Congress and Polosi a good head thumping!
Glenn is both a skilled cultural commentator with some good, helpful ideas and someone worth looking to for spiritual or moral encouragement and guidance.
He is not trying to crown himself leader of a new theocracy or God squad. He is trying to fight the secularism that is destroying this country. He happens to believe the only way to do that and I agree is to get back to the Judeo/Christian vaules that made this the greatest country in the history of the world. That saved this world from monsters like Hitler, Stalin, Mao, and Hirohito. Without this with out those Judeo Christian values we would all be slaves and dead.
Does it really matter? who ? Beck stood and delivered…END OF SUBJECT. Thank You Glen….
It’s SIMPLE! UNITED WE STAND, DIVIDED WE FALL!
Glenn has been courageous and humble enough to allow himself to be used as a conduit
for God’s Will. He has reminded us of the importance of following God so that we may leave a legacy of Love and Goodness to our children.
Hope you are exactly right. Unless people of faith stop arguing over who has the right answer to all the questions and realize demoninations of any kind are man made. God is not a babtist, mormon, Holiness, or any of the others. He is GOD simple and period. The christians need to stop worrying about having the answers, learn enough intelligenct to be a little open minded, and start uniting if there is ANY HOPE of this country being restored. The stupid egos need to be dropped and we need to try to achieve spiritual growth not religious arguments.
I read the comments and am saddened that people have to make such an issue of doctrinal beliefs. Beck’s message is turn to God through Jesus Christ. Every individual is responsible for this action. It is not the church that saves you and is not the church we worship. Glen Beck is being used by God to wake America up to their need. Why turn away from him? He is not telling us to turn TO him but to God. It was religious leaders who cried “crucify Him” when they rejected Jesus and stirred up the mob to echo their hate. Let’s don’t repeat that action again. We need a voice to unite us as one body of Christians if we are going to stand in this crisis.
I am a Christian. I believe only in the gospel of Jesus Christ as “the power of God unto salvation” for all men. Beck has already stated in a most humble way that “I am nothing more than an entertainer.” That being said, I can understand that many Christian pastors believe, and correctly so, that our hope is built on “nothing less than Jesus’ blood and righteousness”. Are the two messages incompatible? I don’t think so. Beck is trying to persuade Americans that our future security lies not in political strength, but moral strength based on a personal relationship, ergo faith, in God. In my humble opinion, he is urging us to re-connect with God. My only hope is that America’s pastors will be there with truth in hand as the people respond.
The fact that Glen Beck is a Mormon and a TV and radio personality is not the important issue here. Neither is your somewhat slanted article. He spoke the truth and I admire his courage. This is the important issue.
I wonder how this rally would have been viewed if it had been led by say, a Muslim. Muslims, like Mormons, use Christianity as a jumping off point and believe in one God.
That being said, I think most of the people commenting here would not have gone to this rally if Beck was a muslim. Even if the message was exactly the same, many of you would be disagreeing with it because of that background.
My point is this though. As an evangelical Christian, I would not rally around a Muslim trying to restore America to it’s God-centered founding, and I will not rally around a Mormon for the same reason. Because they are not focusing on the one true God.
just a thought… In Ned Ryun’s podcast Days Of Revolution Episode 5, there is the portion regarding George Whitfield and the great awakening that conditioned people to be willing for and believe in the need for independence from an oppressive govt. not sure exactly what the parallels are but it strikes me that there are some. Also I wonder if Whitfield was “ordained”.
Also someone in a prior comment said that Christians aren’t supposed to judge which is wrong but, rather judge not that ye be judged and with what judgement you use you be judged by…
very different.
I attended the rally. It was great. We watch Mr Beck and appreciate the fact that he has been attempting to re-educate us with our History, for many just plain educate ! Most government schools do not teach our real History. Our Christian roots. Our laws that were based on Christian Principles. Freedom can only come from laws that have that as a foundation.
If you want to tune in on Founders Fridays and learn about Washington or Adams or Jefferson. Or our African American Hero’s that fought side by side with Washington and died in the fields with their white counter parts. Giving their all for their country. That is Glen Beck! A man who loves his country. And wants you to know the truth about who we are.
And seeing Socialism which kills freedom, moving like a tsunami at our country, he was compelled to sound the alarm. And like those before him, most whistle blowers are persecuted, even threatened.
He does not deem himself a Billy Graham or a George Whitefield. There was no talk of conversion. He simply stated, we need to get back to God. And that you should go to your church. On stage he had 240 pastors, priests, clerics, teachers, rabbis, and I think an Imam. They linked arms and stood behind him. Each 240 represented denominations and each represented 180 million people.There was a native American there also praying. Not Mormons. He told them basically to go to the church of their choice and pray for our country. Churches that do not preach hate.
If you go to glenbeck.com you will find his speech right there, and you can judge for yourself what kind of man he is!
I don’t believe Mr beck is considering himself a spiritual leader. He says he’s a tv entertainer. Ü
I encourage everyone to read Washington’s farewell address. In it he states that this country cannot survive unless we have morality and religion and that you can not have morality without religion and you cannot have religion without morality.
This is the simple message that Glenn was expressing. For evangelical pastors to reject the message simply because Glenn is a Mormon, is rediculous and goes against the values of the founding fathers.
Eric,
You have made the mistake that many college students make (I am a college student also) and that is that we tend to make thing more complicated that it needs to be. Sometimes a bannana is just a bannana.
Glenn Beck is just who he says he is. A man who overcame drugs and booze addictions, he is a father who is learning how to be a father (it is a never ending process) and he is an American with a deep seeded love of his country.
Keep it simple.
I am a Baptist and a christian,
I am so proud that Glen Beck has the same belief as i do.
We have to put God back in our nation !
And as far as pastors not going on TV and saying the same thing that Glen said….You would find some that would have a negative
response . Glen Beck is not trying to turn any one to be a mormom.
I have never heard a word or a suggestion that has ever said that would suggest it.
I Love Glen Beck, and am Thankful that He has said, what i have said, We Must Put God First and Back into our Nation !
Thanks, Glen ! Keep the Word out there ! We need to hear it every day.
This was a good, clean, and entertaining day. If you were not there please do not waste your time analyzing and “Stirring the Pot”. It is time we stop over analyzing everything and get back to the basic teachings of the golden rule (Do onto to others as you would have others do on to you). We have become a society that cannot take anyone or anything at face value. We have become so clouded in distrust that we regularly miss the blessings in life. Sometimes we just have to trust and believe that God will be there for us if we open our hearts and souls and let him in. For the record, you do not have to be an ordained clergyman or woman to preach God’s word. So stop over analyzing and accept the gift we received on 8/28.
Eric,
Try to stay focused, it does not matter what leads us back to our roots as long as we get there. Beck is not trying to convert, he is not trying to lead…he is just giving direction.
what did he deliver Thank The LORD i did not fall into becks trap
You weren’t there, you didnt’ hear ALL the speakers & you’re missing the point. He said what we as American people of FAITH need to hear. You speak of what you do not know and show your ignorance to those who were THERE.
We’ll get to the goal getting around you. No Problem.
I am a Conservative Roman Catholic who appreciates Glen’s message.Please remember that The Lord ,and The Lord alone ,chooses those whom HE wants to deliver his message.Take the message for what it was……a call to return to God and country…….not a secret call to Beck and Mormonism.
THANK GOD FOR GLENN…HE WAS NOT PROMOTING HIS MORMANISM…ONLY THAT THE COUNTRY NEEDS TO GET BACK TO GOD AND GET THE RIGHT PERSPECTIVE ON WHAT NEEDS TO BE AND TO JOIN TOGETHER TO GET IT DONE…HE IS WELL-KNOWN AND WELL-LIKED AND WAS ABLE TO GET THE RALLY TOGETHER…GOES TO SHOW YOU HOW MANY ARE IN AGREEMENT AND EVEN MORE SO THOSE WHO WEREN’T ABLE TO ATTEND THAT ARE WITH HIM ON HIS STAND. TOO BAD THE ONE MINISTER YOU INTERVIEWED IS OF A JEALOUS NATURE ALONG WITH THE OTHER MINISTERS WHO ARE AFRAID TO SPEAK UP THE TRUTH…SHAME ON THEM AND SHAME ON THEIR JEALOUSY. IT TAKES GUTS AND COURAGE TO DO WHAT GLENN HAS. AND, TOO, IT TAKES TELLING THE TRUTH…WE NEED TO PUT GOD BACK INTO OUR LIVES AND LIVE FOR GOD IN ALL AREAS OF OUR LIVES AND QUIT EXPECTING GOD TO ANSWER PRAYER FOR US ONLY IN AN EMERGENCY…WE NEED GOD TO BE OUR LORDSHIP…A RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM.
LDS or Mormon is a Christian Faith as is Methodist, Baptist,other Protestant Faiths, Catholic, Pentecostal, Evangelical, Amish, Mennonite, Jehovah’s Witness. All Christians believe in the message of the Cross. There are some differences between the Churches but we are believe in the same Jesus Christ!!!! no I am not LDS, I am Methodist.
The message of Glenn Beck;
GET RIGHT WITH GOD ,,,,
The message of The Bible
GET RIGHT WITH GOD ,,,,,
Truth spoken from any source is still Truth
God bless Glenn Beck for having the courage to call a gathering and to stand
before millions and call America to repentance
May his voice continue to be heard ” as one crying in the wilderness” as was
John The Baptist
Methodist , Lutheran, Baptist , Catholic, LDS, SDA and FOX,, God will use whoever
is willing to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ and call us all to come to Him
–last comment from this Southern Baptist :—-GO GLENN ! AS GOD GUIDES YOU ,,,,
LET US HEAR MORE !!!!