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 R.C. Sproul

Table of Contents

1. James Madison High School Emptied

2. Lil Nas X New Song

3. Fulton County Affair

4. Other news you should know

5. Remnant Resources

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James Madison High School Emptied

About 500 migrant families, roughly 2,000 people, were housed in a Brooklyn high school overnight due to heavy rains and winds at their shelter site, leading to an angry backlash. Families were evacuated from a tent shelter to James Madison High School, where they slept for the night. The evacuation prompted a remote day of classes, drawing criticism from the community, politicians, and parents. The city's response to the migrant crisis has faced increasing scrutiny.

City officials were right to look for a solution for the protection of the illegal immigrants they are responsible for due to our current border policies. God's Word supports those in power taking appropriate action to care for those in need (Deuteronomy 10:18-19), and living in a tent city in the middle of a New York winter, facing a storm, is certainly a position of need. However, the nature of the crisis, due to the sheer number of individuals without a place to go, is a result of poor leadership and a lack of wisdom regarding immigration into this country. As New York City Councilwoman Inna Vernikov said, it was "an unacceptable situation for all." Read our previous thoughts from Todd Wagner about immigration here.

Officials do need a solution; these immigrants and their children do need shelter. They are image bearers, like us, who long for the security that a home brings. But shutting down high schools to house these individuals is not a safe or sustainable option. Failure in leadership in one area always leads to crisis in other areas (Proverbs 11:14). Any option that prioritizes the flourishing of foreigners over the safety and functionality of society is not going to lead to the long-term flourishing of anyone (Proverbs 14:21). Meanwhile, we've never met a high school student who didn't appreciate a chance to stay home from school.

_{By The Remnant News Team}

Lil Nas X New Song

Openly gay rapper and singer Lil Nas X has sparked controversy with the impending release of his new song "J Christ," with the music video depicting him (Lil Nas) on a cross. He also posted an acceptance letter to social media to a well-known Christian college, Liberty University, claiming to be a student again. The university has since discredited the letter. Defending "J Christ," Lil Nas X doubled down, stating that it is not mockery. This isn't his first religious controversy. In 2021, he faced criticism for the "MONTERO" video and "satan shoes." Please use caution when reading up on content related to Lil Nas, as it is all fairly explicit.

While he claims his new release is not a mockery, it is easy to understand why members of the Christian faith struggle with Lil Nas X's album title and cover shot. One would be wise to consider: Why don't celebrities like Lil Nas X make fun of Mohammed? Or other religious figures? And how would this pan out if he were in other parts of the world and not America?

The wise man understands that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10), and the foolish man denies God and His better ways (Psalm 14:1). God will not be trolled, mocked, or belittled (Galatians 6:7). We were told that in the last days that "mockers will come with their mocking, following after their own lusts" (2 Peter 3:3), and it at least appears, despite his claim that his song is "dedicated to the man who had the greatest comeback of all time," that Lil Nas X is fulfilling this scripture.

Pray for Lil Nas X. We have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23). Without His Spirit intervening in our lives, there is no hope for any of us (Titus 3:4-6). Jesus has a great track record of saving those who mock, scorn, and defile Him and His holy name (1 Timothy 1:15). He isn't just the center of the "greatest comeback story of all time," He is the only source of hope for mankind (Acts 4:13).

The Westminster Confession serves as a great reminder of the Good News to all of us thinking through this story. "As there is no sin so small but it deserves damnation; so there is no sin so great that it can bring damnation upon those who truly repent" (Westminster Confession 15.4, Romans 6:23, 1 John 1:9).

Please stop and join the Remnant team in praying for Lil Nas X to rightly interact with Jesus on this side of heaven and spare himself a grievous interaction on the other side.

_{By Jamie Wilder}

Fulton County Affair

In the ongoing Georgia election interference case involving former President Donald Trump, co-defendant Michael Roman is pushing for the dismissal of the indictment, alleging Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis did not disclose romantic involvement with her appointed special prosecutor, Nathan Wade. Roman contends the romantic relationship led to financial gain for both Wade and Willis and is accusing Willis of violating laws and her professional oath, seeking her disqualification in the case. 

Neither Ms. Willis nor Mr. Wade has commented publicly on the allegations. However, a spokesman for Ms. Willis said on Monday that her office would “respond appropriately in court.”

It is appropriate that we hold those who need prosecution to account, and it is even more necessary to hold those with prosecuting powers accountable. "When the wicked increase, transgression increases" (Proverbs 29:16), and when evil increases, societies fall (Proverbs 28:2). If it is true that the DA "violated laws regulating the use of public monies, suffers from conflicts of interest, and has violated their oaths of office under the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct," as the filing proposes, it does not make those being charged innocent, but it does further call into question the integrity of and motivation behind the charges. What people do in private is sure to bleed into what they are willing to do or will soon find themselves doing in public. Jesus attested to the fact that private attitudes lead to public behaviors (Mark 7:15), and so it follows: Bad leaders are a form of God's judgment on a land (Isaiah 3:1-5), and it is not a good sign that this case has very influential public figures on both sides. What is good, and is the ultimate source of the Remnant's hope, is that "on the other side," perfect justice will be accomplished for all (Revelation 16:7) and that today, on this side of eternity, perfect grace and mercy are readily available to all who know they have no defense but Jesus when they stand before their perfect King (1 John 1:8-10).

_{By Todd Wagner}

Other news you should know

🏈 A few legends have retired, Saban and Belichick.

🙏🏻 Africa’s Catholic heirarchy refuses to preform same-sex blessings.

🗳 Gov. Newsom announces special election to replace Sen. McCarthy.

⚧️ Gender dysphoria diagnoses are on the rise.

🇺🇸 Chris Christie drops out of 2024 race.

🚔 President of LGBTQ organization, Sean Gravells, arrested for sex crimes against children.

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