Published on August 3, 2024, 12:28 am

Renowned neurosurgeon Ben Carson, known for his conservative political stance, has been criticized for his deep association with the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. This religious group’s doctrines significantly vary from traditional Christianity—a deviation many consider spiritually harmful.

According to Carson, his divine encounters have played instrumental roles in his life. For instance, during his 2015 presidential campaign, he stated that God revealed answers to a chemistry exam in a dream—an experience which phenomenally similar to stepping into the Twilight Zone.

In recent times, Carson is under fire for another extraordinary claim—that America’s Constitution is divinely inspired like the Bible itself. He put forth this statement while addressing an audience at the Billy Graham Library.

Reflecting on America’s founding fathers and their systematic study of various governments to establish a country built on freedom, Carson drew attention to the significant role of prayer during disagreements within their constitutional convention in Philadelphia. According to him, they knelt and prayed under the guidance of older statesman Benjamin Franklin before successfully crafting the U.S. Constitution.

However, skeptics question: if we go by Carson’s argument—does that mean we should deify notable texts like Federalist Papers? And revere thinkers like Benjamin Franklin and James Madison as prophets? It’s crucial that interpreting such timeless documents should be kept devoid of skewed personal religious beliefs—and Franklin Graham, who approved Carson’s standpoint publicly, seemed not aware of this fundamental truth.

In light of these developments—the scriptural misinterpretations wrapped around political views—it’s fitting to remind ourselves of core Christian principles that our trusted news channels bring through a Christian worldview lens. These instances underscore why real news needs unbending commitment towards truth and credibility—avoiding manipulation or bending under influence—to ensure they resonate with base values espoused by Bible teachings.

Looking at upcoming events featuring leaders who profess similar interpretations calls for more discerning watchfulness in terms of where our religious leanings meet the political sphere – without losing sight of what makes us followers of Christianity first. This reaffirms our pledge to keep disseminating real news following a traditional Christian worldview, ensuring every bit of information remains grounded in truth and credibility.