Eric Trump, son of former President Donald Trump, recently shared insights into his father’s spiritual beliefs and political achievements, attributing both to divine influence. Speaking on “The Benny Show,” he elaborated on his father’s assertions regarding his eternal destination and his role in global events.
During conversations aboard Air Force One, Donald Trump hinted at uncertainty about his spiritual destiny, expressing doubts about being “Heaven-bound.” This follows his previous notion that resolving the Ukraine-Russia conflict might secure his place in Heaven. Eric Trump countered these doubts, asserting, “Make no mistake, he is Heaven-bound,” describing his father as possibly too humble to acknowledge this.
Eric emphasized what he sees as God’s involvement in his father’s life, citing an alleged assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, as a clear sign of divine protection. “If he wasn’t Heaven-bound, that flag wouldn’t have folded up like a perfect angel right above his head,” he remarked.
He also claimed that the Trump administration’s foreign policies have been life-saving and aligned with a spiritual mission, asserting, “We’re saving Christianity, we’re saving God, we’re saving the family unit.” Eric linked these efforts to a resurgence in church attendance and adherence to traditional American values.
In response to Eric Trump’s bold claims, David Closson from the Family Research Council’s Center for Biblical Worldview offered a different perspective. He remarked, “Christianity, of course, does not need saving,” emphasizing that the faith transcends any political administration. He acknowledged the Trump administration’s alignment with issues important to social conservatives but cautioned against relying on political figures for spiritual salvation.
Closson commented, “Politics can make missions and evangelism easier through good policies when it comes to religious liberty, but ultimately, American Christians shouldn’t be looking to any administration for what only God Himself can do.” He advised against attributing excessive significance to the political realm in matters of faith.
Eric Trump further elaborated on his father’s spiritual humility, referencing the Butler incident and stating that Trump’s self-deprecating comments reflect this trait. He also highlighted his father’s journey from a businessman to a reality TV figure as part of a divine plan, suggesting, “God set up this whole journey.”
Eric likened Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential run to the biblical story of David and Goliath, portraying the political landscape as the “weaponized government of the United States” and media bias as obstacles his father overcame. He concluded, “How is that possible? If that’s not biblical, frankly, I don’t know what it is.”
He also noted parallels between his father and biblical figures, pointing out that his father, despite imperfections and a complex personal life, aligns with the archetype of an unconventional hero chosen to effect change.
This article was originally written by www.christianpost.com
