Turn on the news today and it is impossible to miss. Donald Trump stands at the center of indictments, courtrooms, investigations, and relentless media scrutiny. His name fills headlines daily, surrounded by accusations, criticism, and condemnation. He is portrayed not only as politically unfit, but as morally disqualified. Yet beyond the political noise, there is a deeper argument being made, often by those outside the faith. They point to him and ask, “This is your man? This is who you support?” From that question, they attempt to draw a sweeping conclusion—that the beliefs, values, and convictions of those who stand for biblical truth must also be flawed, compromised, or invalid.
This argument may sound convincing on the surface, but it collapses under the weight of Scripture. It assumes that God’s work is dependent upon human perfection, and that His purposes are carried out only through those who meet a certain moral standard. That idea is not found in the Word of God. In fact, Scripture reveals the exact opposite.
In Isaiah 45, God speaks of Cyrus, a pagan king who did not know Him, did not follow Him, and did not belong to His covenant people. Cyrus was not chosen because of righteousness or devotion. Yet God declares that He takes Cyrus by the right hand, that He goes before him to subdue nations, to break down gates of bronze, and to open doors that no one can shut. God calls him by name, appoints him, and strengthens him for a divine purpose, even though Cyrus himself does not acknowledge the Lord. This is not an isolated moment in Scripture. It is a clear demonstration of how God works.
The pattern continues throughout the Bible. Moses, the deliverer of Israel, was a man who had taken a life. David, called a man after God’s own heart, committed adultery and arranged for the death of an innocent man. Samson was driven by weakness and impulse. Peter denied Christ at His most critical hour. Paul persecuted the church before becoming one of its greatest leaders. These were not perfect men. They were flawed, broken, and at times deeply sinful. Yet God used each of them to accomplish His purposes and reveal His glory in ways that no perfect man ever could.
When critics attempt to discredit truth by pointing to the imperfections of a man, they reveal a misunderstanding of who God is. They judge the validity of truth based on the vessel, while God has always demonstrated His power through imperfect instruments. The issue is not the perfection of the man. The issue is the sovereignty of God.
What we are witnessing in our time is more than political conflict. It is a collision between human reasoning and divine authority. In a culture filled with division, moral confusion, and increasing hostility toward faith, many have assumed that God must operate within the boundaries of human approval. They expect Him to choose leaders who align with their expectations, reflect their values, and satisfy their understanding. But God has never worked that way.
Scripture confronts this mindset directly. “Who are you to question Me?” the Lord declares. “Will the clay speak to the potter? Will you instruct Me on the work of My hands?” There is a line that must not be crossed. When man assumes the authority to decide whom God can or cannot use, he elevates his own understanding above the authority of God. That is not discernment. That is presumption.
Whether one believes Donald Trump is being used by God or not, one truth remains unshaken. God is not subject to media narratives, public opinion, or cultural pressure. He raises up leaders for His purposes. He uses individuals to bless, to judge, to expose, and to prepare. His plans are not shaped by headlines, and His purposes are not determined by human approval.
As A.W. Tozer once said, “God is not looking for men of great faith, but for common men to trust His great faithfulness.” This truth cuts through every argument and every accusation. God has never depended on perfect people. He has always revealed His power through His sovereignty.
God does not ask for permission. He does not explain Himself to man. He is the Potter, and we are the clay. He forms, He appoints, He establishes, and He removes according to His will alone. If He chooses a Cyrus, He does not justify it. If He raises up a flawed man, He is not hindered by it. If He uses the unexpected, it is not an exception, it is His pattern. His power is not proven through perfect people, but through His absolute authority over all things.
And in the end, when the headlines fade, when the courtrooms fall silent, and when every argument loses its voice, one truth will remain standing above all others, unchallenged and eternal. The Lord reigns, and He alone determines the course of men, nations, and history.