“If godliness is not from deep within you, it is only a mask.”

Jeanne Guyon

Table of Contents

1. Trump Rally Labeled “Racist”

2. Reformation Day

3. Other news you should know

4. Remnant Resources

Trump Rally Labeled “Racist”

Donald Trump held a rally at Madison Square Garden last Sunday, drawing widespread criticism before and after the event. During the event, a comedian known for insult comedy controversially referred to Puerto Rico as a "floating island of garbage," sparking backlash on social media.

Despite the heated media comparisons to historic racist gatherings and public outcry, the rally saw significant turnout, with supporters emphasizing themes of economic reform, national security, and freedom of speech. Trump addressed his base with promises to "restore American strength" and push back against what he described as "elite agendas." The rally has since reignited debates over free expression and the role of media in shaping public perception of political gatherings.

It is undeniable that a significant portion of today’s mainstream media is laden with bias and, as such, should be read carefully and “trusted” accordingly. Sadly, the pattern of misrepresentation, manipulation, and misinformation has become all too common in our polarized nation. The remnant is wise to heed the truth of Proverbs 14:15, “the simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps.” The one source we can rely on entirely is God’s Word, which remains unchanging and true (Isaiah 40:8). 

Was Trump’s MSG rally truly reminiscent of past Nazi gatherings, as some claimed? No, it was not. Were there ways to communicate convictions and critiques in clearer, kinder, and more clever ways? Undoubtedly, there always are. 

Our tolerance for crass, hasty, lazy, unbecoming speech has risen to a level that the command of Ephesians 4:29 should leave us uncomfortable with. As a people, it is imperative that we are set apart in our values, beliefs, conduct, and speech (Colossians 4:6). We must be able to identify what is good while still calling out what is not (Ephesians 5:11, Isaiah 5:20). Believe it or not, there is a way to make people laugh, and compel people to consider your ways without disparaging others and holding uncompromisingly fast to what is true (1 Thessalonians 5:21). 

While the left and the right duke it out to till the bitter end and leverage every opportunity for their advantage, may we be known for our duty to God’s Word (2 Timothy 3:14-15), leveraging every opportunity to shine like lights in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation (Philippians 2:15). While others anxiously await election outcomes and place their hope in candidates may they see our good works and hear our gracious words in a way that makes them wonder where our security, hope, faith, and joy comes from (Matthew 5:16). 

_{By: The Remnant News Team}

Happy (Early) Reformation Day

Tomorrow marks 507 years since Martin Luther nailed his Ninety-Five Theses to the door of Wittenberg's castle church in 1517, challenging the Catholic Church's practices and teachings, particularly its sale of indulgences. Reformation Day, celebrated on October 31, commemorates Martin Luther's pivotal role in initiating the Protestant Reformation. This act catalyzed a transformative debate on core doctrines, emphasizing salvation by grace through faith alone and the authority of Scripture over church traditions. Luther's contributions reshaped Western society—translating the Bible into German, reforming the liturgy, reinforcing the concept of the priesthood of all believers, affirming the dignity of individual vocations— and changed the world forever. 

Praise the Lord for the Protestant Reformation (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Martin Luther's boldness in challenging the practices of his time was not an act of rebellion but an act of obedience to God's Word over human tradition (Matthew 15:3). Understandably, one of Luther's most often quoted verses was, "We must obey God rather than men" (Acts 5:29).

Sin often deceives us into seeing it only "out there"—in the secular world or in our neighbors—while we overlook its presence within ourselves and in the church (James 1:14-15). Luther recognized that corruption could infiltrate even those who claim Christ if they are not moored to Him and His Word (1 Peter 4:17; Colossians 2:6-7). As a collective body and as individuals, we must constantly evaluate ourselves against the truth of Scripture, preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to our hearts daily (2 Corinthians 13:5). After all, what we believe shapes our thoughts, actions, and relationship with God (Proverbs 4:23).

Remember, it is by grace that you have been saved through faith; it is not anything you did but a gift from God so that none of us can boast (Ephesians 2:8-9). We pray that the remnant continues to stand, like Luther, on the Gospel of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:27).

_{By: Jamie Wilder}

_{Since tomorrow is also Halloween, click here for another resource to help you process how Christians should engage with the holiday.}

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