The Liberty Council, a nonprofit organization that defends religious liberties, is encouraging people to “Adopt a Liberal” and to “pray earnestly and intensely for them.” The Liberty Council is affiliated with Liberty University (Jerry Falwell founded the school) and has championed the idea of “praying” rather than politically criticizing “liberal” politicians.
The website that the Liberty Council created, has codified and has even named these liberals. Notable figures include:
- President Barack Obama
- Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
- Mayor Michael Bloomberg
- Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi
- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Senator Olympia Snowe
Surprisingly, this list is made of both Democrats and Republicans. Liberty University has long been associated with the “Christian Right” movement of the 1980’s and 1990’s through Jerry Fallwell’s involvement. This certainly changes the the idea that the “Christian Right” has always been closely connected to the Republican party.
Is this what Jesus meant by, “But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” in Matthew 5? What is the motive behind such an organization?
The Liberty Counsel makes their intent clear:
