Author Tim Alberta Explains Evangelicals’ Faith in Donald Trump | The View

In his new book “The Kingdom, The Power and The Glory,” Alberta discusses growing up in the evangelical church and explores the group’s deep ties to conservative politics.

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[SupaYoda]

When people think you've walked away from the Faith because you walked away from Donald Trump... That says a lot about who they themselves are actually worshiping.

[beststagepresence]

Listen to the Quote from Pastor Alberta "realize trump is here to test your faith not to guide your faith" Turn to Christ and repent. That's the Christian message

[mattdavis]

I am a "white evangelical christian" and have never nor will I ever vote for Trump. We are to be kind and loving and gentle to EVERYONE...wonderful interview and I completely agree with Tim.

[kathyhenderson]

The names God and Trump should not be in the same sentence.

[rodbacote]

As someone who grew up in a very religious household, I can say that video he shows at rallies is one of the most blasphemous things I've ever seen. I don't think he ever went inside a church when he was President. Clearly these people forgot the verse that says 'Beware of False Prophets that come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly they are ravening wolves". I hope Tim keeps reminding everyone with this book

[brandonheyward]

This was one of the best segments on this show I’ve ever watched.

[charliemillangaga]

This just shows me more and more that religion needs to be out of politics and government at all cost. This ppl are just insane.

[veranibbs]

Finally some sanity in this issue. As an evangelical myself I was horrified by the politicizing of my faith. Thanks for showing that was not the thinking of true believers.

[antonyware]

The way he articulated these points was so well done.

[diannabryzicki]

I have his book on tape and it is absolutely spot on about evangelical Christians. I am an evangelical Christian and follow the teachings of Jesus Christ. I will NEVER align myself with the likes of Trump or any pastor who supports Trump or the hatred portrayed by Republicans or anyone who forgets Jesus told us to care for the poor, the sick, the downtrodden, the foreigner, and to love your brother as yourself. Christ is the centerpiece of the gospel.

[mountainaire]

I am a Christian who goes to a church that believes in the Jesus's Great Commission, which is to tell others about Him. That makes me evangelical. I am a Never Trumper. The man is evil. It breaks my heart that some Christians have made him their idol - and a deeply flawed one at that! I want to say thank you for having this author on your show. I know more Christians that believe the way he does than the way Trumpers belief. My church had a few people leave who wanted the pastor to shout Trump's praise from the pulpit. My pastor refused. I pray that Democrats, Independents, and Republicans alike vote in primaries against Trump so he cannot be on the ballot.

[Briancrobinsonspeaks]

I attended the marble collegiate church 1-2 times a week from 1995-2010. Trump was a “member” and mentioned Marble while campaigning in 2016. I saw him in church ONE TIME in 15 years.

[louisedumais]

the rape is not alleged, he was found guilty by a jury of his peers, he is in court because of his continued defaming of his victim

[llena]

Tim is very articulate, intellectual, and insightful person. Well deduced

[ravenc]

“Turn to the sword or the cross. “ powerful interview! Glad to see this author getting the recognition on an even bigger scale!

[dianerandall]

I listen to this book on audiobooks while I’m driving and sometimes I felt like I had to pull over to the side of the road. Absolutely stunning and heartbreaking. It’s not a comfortable read if your philosophy is Christian Nationalism. But sometimes you need to be uncomfortable to grow.

[erick]

More segments like this please. It’s not about religion as much as it’s about morality, civility, compassion, and trust. You don’t need to be religious to understand that, you just have to be a decent human being. Trump is the erosion of those values and a warning to those who believe in humanity’s ability to rise in the grace of God.

[jettagirl]

Times are terrifying when ppl cant see the difference between good vs evil. This guy was so well spoken and he hit the nail on the head with everything.

[honia]

As an evangelical this book is exactly what we need right now not only in the US but worldwide as we see right wing extremism creep into other countries.

[cqbarnieify]

I am a white evangelical Christian who is currently politically homeless. I quit the Republican Party, and I now lean to the left. This is despite still being conservative in my faith. I would never vote for Trump. Many of my fellow Christians look at me like I must have lost my faith, which is not true at all. This is all so sad.