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Society|Sat, Sep. 29 2007 10:48 AM EDT

Giuliani: I Pray to Jesus for Guidance

By Lawrence Jones|Christian Post Reporter

Benen also pointed out that Jesus didn’t “put the stones down” since he never picked the stones up.

While nearly all Americans would agree that faith is playing a prominent role in the current presidential race, evangelical leaders have contended that Christians should be more concerned about where the candidates stand on issues, than the amount of “God Talk” from each presidential hopeful.

“I appreciate that the candidates are taking a risk when they talk about their faith,” said Prison Fellowship Ministries President Mark Earley in a commentary last month.

“The problem is that all of this ‘God Talk’ misses the point: what Christians want – or should want – is a candidate who shares their moral and culture concerns, not just their religious vocabulary.”

In addition to his divorces, Giuliani has created distance between many conservatives Christians and himself with his support of abortion and gay rights.

Despite criticisms, Giuliani currently leads the race for the 2008 GOP nomination, followed closely by actor and former senator Fred Thompson, who joined the race near the start of this month.

Republican delegates will elect the GOP candidate at the Republican National Convention to be held in Minneapolis/St.Paul, Minnesota on Sept. 1-4, 2008.

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  • Thu Oct 04, 2007 2:38 am Agree: 2   Disagree: 0

    ST. LOUIS - Roman Catholic Archbishop Raymond Burke, who made headlines last presidential season by saying he'd refuse Holy Communion to John Kerry, has his eye on Rudy Giuliani this year. Giuliani's response: "Archbishops have a right to their opinion."

    Burke, the archbishop of St. Louis, was asked if he would deny Communion to Giuliani or any other presidential candidate who supports abortion rights.

    "If any politician approached me and he'd been admonished not to present himself, I'd not give it," Burke told The Associated Press Wednesday. "To me, you have to be certain a person realizes he is persisting in a serious public sin."

    I love my church

  • Wed Oct 03, 2007 12:43 pm Agree: 2   Disagree: 0

    Everyone,

    If Giuliani is the candidate for President for our Party, then you BETTER VOTE for him. If you do not vote and we let Clinton or Obama in the White House... I do not want to hear one complaint in regards to ANYTHING that they are doing. The idea that 'you just won't vote' is no different then letting the enemy win. No one is perfect and if we have our say in this then he will not be the elect hopeful... but if he is and it is a choice between him and those two baboons running on the democratic ticket... Lord Help Us because I would rather have a freedom loving President then a Socialistic/Communist any day.

  • Wed Oct 03, 2007 12:33 pm Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

    muskie84,

    Ron Paul is not who the Christians need to vote for. His stances on the border and international affairs is beyond laughable. What about Huckabee? He is a Baptist Minister... yet not a word from the evangelicals.

  • Wed Oct 03, 2007 4:20 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

    I'm sure he prays for his girlfriend and former wives, his girlfriend (like Bill Clinton) on the side, about like Obama's wife prays about her stealing prescription drugs. Such a very sad state of affairs our nation is in.

  • Tue Oct 02, 2007 10:19 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 1

    Boy, if this isn't an obvious attempt to get the Christian vote!!!!

  • Tue Oct 02, 2007 9:03 am Agree: 2   Disagree: 1

    The lesser of two evils is still evil!
    www.ronpaul2008.com
    True coservatives need to support Ron Pual for president!

  • Tue Oct 02, 2007 6:18 am Agree: 0   Disagree: 0

    how in the world are you supposed to be a abortion and gay right supporter and a christian!? :|

  • Sun Sep 30, 2007 12:54 pm Agree: 2   Disagree: 1

    Giuliani is the next biggest hypocrite I've ever seen. If he prayed to Jesus he'd be able to tell where he stand before God. He is not fooling anyone with his religious talk. Neither is Hill. I wouldn't vote for Giuliani if he was the ONLY Republican running for President. Between him and Hill, neither is acceptable. Both will cause the same amount of damage.

  • Sat Sep 29, 2007 6:38 pm Agree: 4   Disagree: 1

    So...which "Jesus" does Rudy pray to? That IS the big question. The Jesus who allows him to kill babies with his support for abortion, and the Jesus who allows him to parade down the street as a cross-dresser and push for homosexual rights? Which "Jesus, " Rudy? Forget about your religious talk. There are a lot of people who believe in God, and there are even more who warn those who'd look at their behavior and tell them "Do not judge." Well the Scriptures tell us the "prove all things," and so far Rudy has proven that he is the WORST candidate ever for the Republican party. He is a NIGHTMARE, and a FASCIST, and he doesn't represent the mainline of Americans in this country. He's interested in one thing - POWER and plenty of it. Believers, if you vote for this guy, you better check your faith. The fact is, while this former New York Mayor may say he prays to Jesus, his walk certainly doesn't characterize a walk with Christ!!!

    Frontrunner, phooey!!!! I implore all clear thinking Americans to make another choice for President of this country. This "Rudy" is not the guy. He IS NOT qualified for the highest office in the land, nor would he be qualified for dog catcher!!!!

  • Sat Sep 29, 2007 1:53 pm Agree: 3   Disagree: 0

    I don't like Giuliani and think he will say anything to get elected. I would never vote for him, ever.

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