You're right to point out that judgment without self-reflection is a sin, and I accept that in bringing up the sins of others, I too am held to that standard. But let’s be clear: I’m not claiming to be without fault—I am “guilty” of publicly stating uncomfortable facts. If that's a sin, it's a very different kind than the ones listed above, which involve abuse of power, exploitation, and, in many cases, criminal or deeply unethical behavior.
You asked, “Did any of these people personally hurt you?” But that's not the right question. By that logic, only victims can ever speak about injustice—and even then, only their own. Should we not criticize corruption unless it lands directly on our doorstep? Should we stay silent when public servants betray public trust?
Also, consider this: in publicly criticizing me for simply listing verified facts, you’ve done exactly what you’re accusing me of—calling someone out publicly. The difference is I called out hypocrisy with evidence. You responded with personal judgment, not factual rebuttal.
Let’s also not forget the context: my post came in response to a sweeping claim that Democrats spend their day indulging in sin. That original meme weaponized faith to attack an entire group. If we’re going to call out sin, let’s do it consistently, not selectively.
In the end, this isn’t about scoring points—it’s about humility, honesty, and accountability. If we want to have moral conversations, we have to start by being impeccable with our words and fair in our standards—no matter the political jersey. That’s not judgment. That’s integrity.
5. Matt Schlapp – Sexual Assault Allegation
• Biblical Conflict: 1 Thessalonians 4:7 – “For God did not call us to be impure, but to live a holy life.”
6. Denny Rehberg – Drunk Boating Accident
• Position: Former U.S. Representative from Montana.
• Scandal: Crashed a boat while drunk, injuring staffers and causing serious injury to a state senator.
• Biblical Conflict: Ephesians 5:18 – “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery.”
7. Ralph Shortey – Child Sex Trafficking
• Position: Oklahoma state senator and Trump campaign chair in OK.
• Scandal: Arrested and pleaded guilty to child sex trafficking after being caught in a motel with a teenage boy.
• Biblical Conflict: Matthew 18:6 – “If anyone causes one of these little ones… to stumble…”
8. Jerry Falwell Jr. – Blackmail, Alcohol, Sex Scandal
• Position: Evangelical leader, Liberty University President.
• Scandal: Resigned after details emerged of a years-long sexual relationship involving his wife and a pool boy, which he knew about; accused of hypocrisy, fraud, and secret drinking.
• Biblical Conflict: Titus 1:6–7 – “...not overbearing, not quick-tempered, not given to drunkenness…”
9. Jason Ravnsborg – Killed Pedestrian, Lied
• Position: South Dakota Attorney General.
• Scandal: Hit and killed a pedestrian with his car, claimed he didn’t know he hit a person, but investigation revealed he was likely distracted and knew more than he admitted.
• Biblical Conflict: Psalm 101:7 – “No one who practices deceit shall dwell in my house…”
10. Blake Farenthold – Sexual Harassment, Used Taxpayer Funds
• Position: U.S. Representative from Texas.
• Scandal: Used $84,000 of taxpayer money to settle a sexual harassment case with a former aide, then refused to repay it.
• Biblical Conflict: Luke 3:14 – “Be content with your pay. Don’t extort.”
Also, Leviticus 18:22 (“You shall not lie with a man as with a woman; it is an abomination”) is often cited to condemn homosexuality, but this reflects selective interpretation. The verse is part of ancient Jewish purity laws, many of which (e.g., banning shellfish, mixed fabrics, tattoos) are ignored by modern Christians. Jesus never mentioned homosexuality, instead emphasizing love, mercy, and not judging others. Using Leviticus to attack LGBTQ+ people while dismissing the rest of the law is inconsistent and weaponizes scripture for political purposes rather than reflecting its broader theological context or Christ’s message of compassion and humility.
Just while we're at it let's add some more cases proving that human beings across the political spectrum fail to live up to the values they claim.
1. Donald Trump – Porn Star Payoff & Lying
• Scandal: In 2016, Trump directed hush money payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels through lawyer Michael Cohen, then denied the affair and payments until court evidence proved otherwise.
• Legal Note: Trump was convicted in 2024 on 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records over the payment.
• Biblical Conflict: Proverbs 12:22 – “The Lord detests lying lips.”
2. Rudy Giuliani – Alcohol Abuse, Election Lies
• Position: Trump’s personal attorney, former NYC mayor.
• Scandal: Multiple lawsuits and disbarment threats for pushing knowingly false claims about the 2020 election; reportedly appeared intoxicated in public and during official legal presentations.
• Biblical Conflict: Exodus 20:16 – “You shall not bear false witness.”
3. Clarence Thomas – Undisclosed Gifts
• Position: U.S. Supreme Court Justice.
• Scandal: Accepted hundreds of thousands of dollars in undisclosed luxury travel and gifts from GOP megadonor Harlan Crow.
• Biblical Conflict: Proverbs 17:23 – “A wicked man accepts a bribe in secret…”
4. Lauren Boebert – Lewd Behavior in Public
• Position: U.S. Representative from Colorado.
• Scandal: Caught on surveillance camera groping her date and vaping in a Denver theater, despite publicly pushing Christian morality and family values.
• Biblical Conflict: Galatians 5:19–21 – “The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity… drunkenness…”
5. Matt Schlapp – Sexual Assault Allegation
• Position: Chair of the American Conservative Union (CPAC).
• Scandal: Sued for allegedly groping a male staffer during the 2022 Herschel Walker campaign.
6. Dennis Hastert – Child Molestation
• Position: Former Speaker of the House.
• Scandal: Convicted of illegally structuring bank withdrawals to pay hush money to a former student he molested.
• Biblical Conflict: Matthew 18:6 – “But whoever causes one of these little ones… to sin…”
7. Newt Gingrich – Multiple Affairs
• Position: Former Speaker of the House.
• Scandal: Carried out multiple extramarital affairs, including while leading impeachment proceedings against Bill Clinton for adultery.
• Biblical Conflict: Romans 2:1 – “You condemn others, but you do the same things.”
8. Jerry Falwell Jr. – Sex Scandal & Hypocrisy
• Position: President of Liberty University, strong Republican ally.
• Scandal: Caught in a scandal involving a pool boy and his wife, and inappropriate business entanglements.
• Biblical Conflict: Titus 1:7 – “He must be blameless… not overbearing, not quick-tempered, not given to drunkenness.”
9. Roy Moore – Sexual Misconduct Allegations
• Position: Republican Senate candidate in Alabama.
• Scandal: Accused by multiple women of inappropriate behavior, including with minors, while he publicly promoted “Christian values.”
• Biblical Conflict: 1 Thessalonians 4:3 – “Avoid sexual immorality.”
10. Tom DeLay – Corruption & Money Laundering
• Position: Former House Majority Leader.
• Scandal: Indicted and convicted (later overturned) for conspiracy to commit money laundering and campaign finance violations.
• Biblical Conflict: Proverbs 17:23 – “A wicked man accepts a bribe in secret…”
1. Donald Trump – Adultery, Pride, Greed
• Actions: Multiple confirmed affairs (e.g., Stormy Daniels), prideful statements (“I alone can fix it”), and self-serving business dealings while in office.
• Biblical Conflicts: Matthew 5:28 (lust), Proverbs 16:18 (pride), 1 Timothy 6:10 (love of money).
2. Mark Sanford – Adultery
• Position: Former Governor of South Carolina.
• Scandal: Disappeared for days to visit his mistress in Argentina while telling staff he was “hiking the Appalachian Trail.”
• Biblical Conflict: Exodus 20:14 – “You shall not commit adultery.”
3. Larry Craig – Sexual Solicitation
• Position: U.S. Senator from Idaho.
• Scandal: Arrested for soliciting sex in a men’s airport bathroom while publicly promoting anti-LGBTQ policies.
• Biblical Conflict: Hypocrisy (Matthew 23), false witness (Exodus 20:16).
4. Jim Bakker – Fraud & Adultery
• Position: Televangelist with Republican ties.
• Scandal: Imprisoned for fraud; had a sexual encounter with a church employee and paid her hush money.
• Biblical Conflict: Matthew 6:24 (serving God vs. money).
5. Matt Gaetz – Alleged Sex Trafficking & Drug Use
• Position: U.S. Representative from Florida.
• Scandal: Investigated for allegedly paying underage girls for sex and illegal drug use during parties.
• Biblical Conflict: Romans 13:13 – “Let us behave decently… not in sexual immorality and debauchery.”
