In a time where politics and faith intersect more than ever, the fervent prayers at Donald Trump’s rallies reveal a disturbing trend. These prayers, often overlooked by the media, show how Trump’s supporters view him not just as a leader, but as a divinely anointed savior. The language used is far from traditional; it casts political opponents as literal demons, turning elections into spiritual warfare.

The rally prayers often cite biblical verses, especially from 2 Chronicles, pushing the narrative that America has broken its covenant with God. The remedy, according to these prayers, is national repentance led by Trump. This portrayal elevates Trump to a near-prophetic status, manipulating religious sentiments for political gain.

This blend of politics and religion is not just troubling; it’s dangerous. It fosters a cult-like mentality where Trump’s actions are beyond reproach, posing a significant threat to democratic principles. As we navigate these tumultuous times, it’s essential to critically examine how religious extremism is being weaponized in American politics.

For more insights into the psychological manipulation behind this movement, check out my previous podcast episodes where I delve deeper into the mindset of Trump’s extremist supporters.

References for podcast 94:

• The Atlantic, by McKay Coppins, “The most revealing Moment of a Trump Rally” https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2024/09/trump-rally-prayers/679152
• Taegan Goddard’s Political Wire, “A Close reading of the Prayers at Trump Rallies” https://politicalwire.com/2024/07/29/a-close-reading-of-the-prayers-at-a-trump-rally/
• NPR, Politics, August 11, 2024, 7:58 AM ET, “A Lesser-known aspect of Trump rallies: They all begin with prayer (it is not included in any televised rally) https://www.npr.org/2024/08/11/nx-s1-5062408/a-lesser-known-aspect-of-trump-rallies-they-all-begin-with-prayer
• Other writings by McKay Coppins in The Atlantic “The New Trump Is Always the Old Trump” https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/07/two-trumps/679108
• The Atlantic, “The Terrible New Era of Political Violence in American,” by David Graham https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/07/trump-rally-pennsylvania-political-violence/679000
• The Washington Post, “The Christian sect that has always cheered on Donald Trump” by Leah Payne and Erica Rameriz https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/made-by-history/wp/2018/03/21/the-christian-sect-that-has-always-cheered-on-donald-trump/
• Vox, “The biblical story the Christian right uses to defend Trump” by Tara Isabella Burton, https://www.vox.com/identities/2018/3/5/16796892/trump-cyrus-christian-right-bible-cbn-evangelical-propaganda
• The Atlantic, “The Cases Against Trump: A Guide, by David Graham, https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/07/donald-trump-legal-cases-charges/675531/
• The Atlantic, “Trump’s Next Coup Has Already Begun, December 6, 2021, by Barton Gellman, https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2022/01/january-6-insurrection-trump-coup-2024-election/620843/
• The Atlantic, “My Father, My Faith, and Donald Trump,” by Tim Alberta, https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2024/01/evangelical-christian-nationalism-trump/676150/
• If you want to hear prayers that invite God to support a candidate, Kamala Harris, and give her guidance rather than what is happening with Trump, suggest you connect to ministers that pray on Monday nights at 7-7:30 pm CST—You will be uplifted—Women Clergy and First Ladies United Prayer Call!-Fight for Democracy.