Video Transcripts: Seven Reasons Why Barack Obama Is Not A Christian Monday, 05 January 2009 18:13
VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: Reason #1 Barack Obama Is Not A Christian
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Reason #1: Obama Believes There Are Many Paths to Heaven
Im Rev. Don Hamer on behalf of the Christian Anti-Defamation Commission with reason number 1 why Barack Obama, who claims to be a Christian, is not a Christian, by any biblical or historic measure.
In a 2004 interview with Cathleen Falsani, Obama said, I believe that there are many paths to the same place. Obama also said, All people of faithChristians, Jews, Muslims, animists, everyone knows the same God.
But Jesus said in John 14:6, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Nowhere in the Bible is there a reference to Obamas many paths.
At a meeting of evangelical leaders in 2008, Obama was asked whether he believed Jesus was the only way to salvation. Obama replied, "Jesus is the only way for me."'[2]
In a stunning example of subtle, diabolical deceit, Obama affirms Christ as his own Savoir then negates Christ as the only Savior of the world.
Jesus warned us not to be deceived by those who would lead us astray. Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it.
Jesus is the narrow gate and the only way to heaven. Obamas view says, in effect, that Jesus death on the cross was unnecessary since there are multiple ways to God. The many paths of Obama are in reality just the broad road to destruction.
Who are you going to believe, Jesus Christ or Barack Obama?
VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: Reason #2 Barack Obama Is Not A Christian
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Reason #2: Obama Denies the Authority of the Bible
Im Rev. Don Hamer on behalf of the Christian Anti-Defamation Commission with reason number 2 why Barack Obama, who claims to be a Christian, is not a Christian, by any biblical or historic measure.
Gods people confess that the Bible is Gods inspired and infallible Word and the Christians final authority of faith and practice. In a recent speech Obama distinguished himself from those who believe in the authority of the Bible. Now this is going to be difficult for some who believe in the inerrancy of the Bible, as many evangelicals do. Obama went on to disparage and denigrate the scriptures.
In a very cynical way, Obama twists selective scriptures to advance non-Biblical lifestyles using the golden rule to justify supporting homosexual sodomy.
Obama even invokes the Bible by applying biblical pages to his campaigns theme of political hope that actually refer to the hope Christians have in Christ. At this moment, in this election, we must pledge once more to march into the future. Let us keep that promise, that American promise, and in the words of scripture hold firmly, without wavering, to the hope that we confess.
Obama twists the Bible in an attempt to lend credibility to his agenda, even though he denies the Bible and its clear moral teachings. Obama is even derisive of faithful African American pastors who treat the Bible with respect. For Obama, his opinion, not the scripture, is the final authority.
Jesus prayed to His Father, Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.
Who are you going to believe, Jesus or Obama?
VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: Reason #3 Barack Obama Is Not A Christian
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Reason #3: Obama Supports Homosexuality
Im Rev. Don Hamer on behalf of the Christian Anti-Defamation Commission with reason number 3 why Barack Obama, who claims to be a Christian, is not a Christian.
Barack Obama is an unabashed supporter of special privileges for homosexuals, a stand that flies in the face of the biblical prohibition on homosexual sodomy.
In the sermon on the mount, Jesus affirmed that every jot and tittle of the Bible is true, including the parts that condemn homosexuality.In an interview with the homosexual publication, the Advocate, Obama attacked faithful black pastors who faithfully proclaim what the Bible says about homosexuality.
most African-American churches are still fairly traditional in the interpretations of Scripture. And so from the pulpit or in sermons you still hear homophobic attitudes expressed.
However, Obama lavished praise on his controversial former pastor and mentor, Jeremiah Wright, for being very good on gay and lesbian issues. Obamas former church, Trinity United Church of Christ voted recently to approve of homosexual marriage.
Obama dismissed as obscure, the clear and definitive teaching of the Apostle Paul in Romans 1 that calls homosexual acts indecent and perverse. Obama has also promised to overturn the Federal Defense of Marriage Act and promised to reverse the dont ask, dont tell policy regarding homosexuality in the US military.
When it comes to homosexuality, Obama opposes the traditional, biblical and historic standards of the Christian faith.
Who are you going to believe, God and his Word or Barack Obama?
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#4: Obama Supports Abortion
Im Rev. Don Hamer on behalf of the Christian Anti-Defamation Commission with reason number 4 why Barack Obama, who claims to be a Christian, is not a Christian by any biblical or historic standard.
Appearing before a recent meeting of Planned Parenthood, the largest abortion provider in America, Obama proudly said
I have consistently had a 100% pro-choice rating with Planned Parenthood and NARAL Pro-Choice America.
Obama says, The first thing I'd do as president is sign the Freedom of Choice Act. This act would stop states from restricting abortions of any kind, even partial birth abortion. Throughout the history of the church, Christians have opposed abortion because they believe that life begins at conception. Abortion is as an attack on the innocent human life of a baby who is made in the image of God.
Obama recently said at a Forum hosted by Pastor Rick Warren that to know when a baby ought to have human rights it is above his pay grade, but he is very clear that a baby can be killed anytime, even after it is born.
On four separate occasions Obama has voted against bills that prevented the killing of infants that are born alive, having survived an attempted abortion.
Who are you going to follow, God and his Word or Barack Obama?
VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: Reason #5 Barack Obama Is Not A Christian
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Reason #5: Obama Affirms Muslim Prayer
Hello, I am Rev. Don Hamer for the Christian Anti-Defamation Commission with reason number 5, why Barack Obama, who claims to be a Christian, is not a Christian by any biblical or historic or standard.
In a New York Times interview in 2007, entitled Obama, A man of the World, Obama fondly recalled the Islamic evening call to prayer as one of the prettiest sounds on Earth at sunset.
According to the article, Obama went on to recite its opening lines with a perfect Arabic accent: Allah is Supreme! Allah is Supreme! Allah is Supreme! Allah is Supreme! I witness that there is no god but Allah! I witness that there is no god but Allah! I witness that Muhammad is his prophet! The article said this would give any one living Alabama a heart attack.
Christians believe that Jesus Christ is Gods True Prophet, the full and final revelation of God. No true Christian can say the Muslim call to prayer is a pretty sound because it is a direct challenge to the truthfulness of Jesus Christ as the Word of God made flesh.
Mohammad denied that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. The Muslim call to prayer affirms that Mohammad is Gods prophet. Jesus said, For this cause I was born, and for this cause I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears My voice." John 18:37 NKJV
Who are you going to believe, Jesus or Obama?
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Reason #6: Obama is Associated with Black Liberation Theology
Hello, I am Rev. Don Hamer, on behalf of the Christian Anti-Defamation Commission, with reason number 6 why Barack Obama, who claims to be a Christian, is not a Christian by any historic or biblical standard.
For 20 years Barack Obama was a member of a Trinity United Church of Christ, one of the most radical Afro-centric churches in America, lead by Rev. Jeremiah Wright.
Rev. Wright is a self described Black Liberation theologian who, according to Obama, was his spiritual mentor.
Rev. Wright railed against the United States after the attacks of September 11th saying, Not God bless America, God D*** America!
Wright preached that 9/11 was Gods payback to the United States for ignoring black concerns.
Wright even said that HIV/AIDS (HIV / AIDS Victims 2) is a plot, orchestrated by the U.S. government, to kill blacks.
Obama initially defended Wright, but then resigned from the church only after Wrights radical views became a political liability.
Black Liberation theology is from the 1970s and is based upon Marxism, socialism and class warfare. Although discredited decades ago, it still lives on at Obamas home church.
According to Black Liberation Theologian, James Cone, racial identity trumps the fact that he is a Christian.
"The fact that I am Black is my ultimate reality
it is impossible for me to surrender this basic reality for a higher, more universal reality.
Black theology knows no authority more binding than the experience of oppression itself. This alone must be the ultimate authority in religious matters.
Black liberation theology declares that whites are essentially evil and are to be viewed as the enemy. "Whiteness as revealed in the history of America, is the expression of what is wrong with man. It is a symbol of mans depravity
the coming of Christ means
destroying the white devil in us
in white racist society, Christian obedience can only mean being obedient to blackness, its glorification and exaltation
all white churches (are) anti-Christian in their essence."
The fact is, there is a mixture of good and evil in every person and in every race. All have sinned and fall short of Gods glory. Jesus rejected race based theology.
The Jews and the Samaritans of Christs day despised each other and even had rival places of worship, but Jesus said to a Samaritan woman. The hour is coming and now is when the true worshippers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship him. John 4:23
True worship, according to Jesus, transcends a persons race.
By creation, all mankind share one blood. In redemption, all who believe, from any race, are saved by Christ. In heaven there will people of every tongue, tribe, people and nation in heaven who have been saved by Gods grace in Jesus Christ.
Who are you going to believe, Jesus or Obamas black liberation theology?
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#7: Obama Has No Bona Fide Christian Testimony
Hello, I am Rev. Don Hamer on behalf of the Christian Anti-Defamation Commission with reason number 7, why Barack Obama, who claims to be a Christian, is not a Christian by any biblical or historic standard.
By Obamas own account of his essential elements of true biblical conversion are lacking, namely, conviction of sin, repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of the world. When asked if he believed in sin, Obama said Yes. But when asked to define it, Obama said sin is, Being out of alignment with my values.
Obama said he feels most aligned spiritually when Im being true to myself.
According to the Bible, when man sins, he sins against a Holy God in the violation of Gods holy law.
Sin is not based on any mans standards. Righteousness is obedience to God and his word.
Obama is offended by the notion that all people need Christ in order to be saved.
The difficult thing about
Christianity, is that at some level there is a call to evangelize... Theres the belief, certainly in some quarters, that people havent embraced Jesus Christ as their personal savior that they're going to hell. So, if Jesus is not a Savior who rescues from hell, then who is Jesus to Obama?
Jesus is an historical figure for me, and hes also a bridge between God and man, in the Christian faith, and one that I think is powerful precisely because he serves as that means of us reaching something higher.
This is not the testimony of a true Christian.
For Obama, Jesus is merely a historical figure not the risen and living Lord. For Obama, Jesus is merely a bridge in the Christian faith, not the only bridge for all mankind. For Obama, Jesus is a means to some vague higher thing.
To the Christian, knowing and experiencing Christ is the highest attainment of the Christian life.
Obama venerates doubt, which is contrary to the assurance of eternal salvation and truth which Christ gives his people. Asked if he was born again, Obama answered, Yeah
[but] I retain
a suspicion of dogma
I think that religion at it's best comes with a big dose of doubt
I dont presume to have knowledge of what happens after I die.
Asked to describe the day he was converted Obama denies that there was any kind of supernatural enlightenment or an epiphany or a specific moment when he finally got it. I think it was just a moment to certify or publicly affirm a growing faith in me.
Obamas testimony does not have the marks of a bona fide biblical conversion.
Jesus gives his assurance that He who believes on me has everlasting life, and I go to prepare a place for you!
When asked where he finds inspiration, Obama does not mention a relationship with Christ. He does mentions a lot of things church, but not Jesus.
When asked who was his role model he mentions Gandi. Gandhi is a great example of a profoundly spiritual man who acted and risked everything on behalf of those values but never slipped into intolerance or dogma. He seemed to always maintain an air of doubt about him. No mention of Christ.
Without the public admission that you are lost in sin and that you have turned from your sin and put your faith in Christ and his shed blood as the only remedy for sin, you are not truly converted.
Who are you going to believe, God and his Word or Obama?