President Donald J. Trump
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear President Trump,
Thank you for the lower gas prices many
Americans have been enjoying. For those of us who love the outdoors and
motorized recreation, every dollar saved at the pump makes a difference. Lower
fuel costs mean we can hook up the boat trailer, take long lake excursions—not
to be confused with long war
excursions—and still have enough left to jump on the Spyder and keep the
adventure going. And of course, everyone who uses gas or eats food—which is to say,
nearly every American—appreciates the relief that lower fuel prices bring to
daily life.
Of course, many Americans also remember
that the inflationary spike we’ve been living through didn’t appear out of thin
air. Many
view the unjust war initiated under your leadership as a major factor in
driving up fuel prices, and grocery costs. As was written in
the Hippocratic Party article Biblically Unjust Wars: Truth, Discernment, and the
Moral Test of Conflict, unjust wars don’t just wound
consciences—they drain wallets. They’re like lighting a bonfire with the nation’s
grocery budget and then acting surprised when the marshmallows, graham
crackers, and chocolate all cost more.
Even so, we recognize that today’s prices
are shaped by many factors. We can appreciate relief where it comes while still
being honest about the chain of events that led us here.
We also appreciate the work of all
leaders, even when their decisions appear—at least to many Americans—to benefit
themselves more than the people they serve. Ezekiel rebuked shepherds who “fed
themselves but did not feed the flock,” and Jesus contrasted such leaders with
the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep. These warnings remain
relevant whenever leaders prioritize self‑interest over service.
The prophets spoke boldly about such
patterns: Amos
condemned those who trample the poor. Micah denounced rulers who exploit
their people. Jeremiah warned against false assurances of peace. Isaiah
declared woe on those who invert good and evil. Habakkuk condemned
wealth built by injustice. Zechariah exposed worthless
shepherds who abandon their flock.
These are not relics of ancient history;
they are mirrors held up to every generation.
Many Americans also reflect on your earlier years
and note that you were unfortunately unable to serve in the armed forces during
the Vietnam War due to what was described at the time as “bone spurs,” despite
your patriotic tendencies. Life takes strange turns, and some observers find it
remarkable—even ironic—that someone once deemed physically unfit for military
service now serves as Commander in Chief, overseeing the very institution that
once deemed him exempt. Some Christians even remark that such a turnaround must
represent a miraculous healing, since conditions of that nature do not
typically resolve on their own according to medical science—making it, in their
view, the kind of divine intervention only God could orchestrate. Others note
that it is fortunate those physical or mental hardships no longer appear to be
an obstacle, especially now that your own Secretary of Defense has emphasized
that military leaders must maintain a minimum physical threshold. It’s the kind
of eyebrow‑raising contrast the prophets would have noticed: the shepherd once
unable to join the flock now directing the entire pasture.
Lower fuel prices also mean more time on
the water—boating every day that ends in “Y.” Wakeboarding burns far more fuel
than simply cruising, and lower prices make both the triumphant 180s and the
spectacular wipeouts of “Wipeout Wayno” a little more affordable.
The savings also allow us to support
missionaries spreading the Gospel around the world. From my perspective, there
is no greater investment than advancing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Wouldn’t you agree?
Of course, the greatest thanks always
belong to God. As Scripture reminds us, “Every good and perfect gift is from
above.” — James 1:17 We thank God first, appreciate leaders when they do good,
and pray the next policy or executive order comes with fewer side effects.
America is strongest when it values truth
over falsehood and humility over pride. Scripture teaches that “God opposes the
proud but gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6). Pride may make for good
slogans, but humility makes for good nations.
Jesus warned about leaders who focus on
appearances rather than justice, mercy, and truth. “You clean the outside of
the cup,” He said, “but inside you are full of greed and self‑indulgence”
(Matthew 23:25). Greatness begins with repentance, honesty, and integrity.
Scripture teaches that true faith is
known by its fruit. This raises a question for all of us—leaders and citizens
alike: do our actions reflect the humility and truth Christ calls us to?
America is strongest when it combines
prosperity with virtue. If more of our resources were directed toward peace,
helping those in need, and preserving the freedom to proclaim the Gospel—rather
than becoming entangled in unjust wars, building monuments to one’s own self-perceived
greatness, enriching oneself and one’s clan, or hiding decisions behind closed
doors—our nation would be better positioned to receive God’s blessing.
Jesus told a parable about a rich man who
tore down his barns to build bigger ones, only to die the next night. God
called him a fool because he hoarded what he had and what taxpayers had instead
of using it for God’s purposes. Earthly wealth is fleeting, and inheritances
may or may not be used for the kingdom.
Some Americans have raised concerns about
leaders who maintain business interests while in office, wondering whether such
arrangements blur constitutional lines. Some suggest that perhaps these
ventures are part of a broader strategy to strengthen one’s own position or
even to drain foreign powers of their resources—redirecting wealth away from
nations that might otherwise fund terrorism and instability. Others note that
any questionable profits could, in theory, be returned to the IRS in lieu of
avoided taxes, fulfilling Jesus’ teaching to “render to Caesar what is
Caesar’s.” Regardless of interpretation, the parable stands: leaders will give
an account to God for how they used what they were given.
When people speak of “Making America Great Again,” I hope that includes a renewed commitment to humility, righteousness, integrity, justice, and the values that honor God.
History reminds us that when Americans
fought in World War II, they resisted tyranny rather than imitating it.
Greatness is not measured by self‑praise but by resisting injustice and
standing for truth.
Leadership is strongest when it remains
connected to the everyday realities of the people it serves. Many Americans
wonder how closely leaders experience the pressures of gas, groceries,
healthcare, and even access to clean drinking water. Leadership requires
proximity to the burdens of the people. When is the last times leaders pumped and paid for their own gas, bought a week’s worth of groceries for their family, or taken a sick one to the urgent care.
And we know that concerns about eternity
matter far more than gas prices, boats, Spyders, crypto, or national
prosperity. Salvation is the gift of God’s grace, received through faith in
Jesus Christ. “For it is by grace you have been saved…” — Ephesians 2:8–9 “I am
the way and the truth and the life…” — John 14:6
So my most important question is this:
Have you personally accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior?
While you’re at it, I invite you to
explore the platform section at HippocraticParty.org. Many Americans agree that
public servants should put the interests of the people ahead of personal gain.
If we’re serious about “draining the swamp,” that effort should begin at the
highest levels of government.
Thank you again for your service. May God
grant wisdom to all our leaders. We often say, “God bless America,” but as
explored in the Hippocratic Party article God Bless America—Why Would He?, that
phrase should inspire reflection. God’s blessings are not entitlements; they
are invitations to repentance, humility, and justice. My prayer is not simply
that God would bless America, but that America would seek to honor Him and
become a people upon whom His blessings may rest.
Respectfully,
Wipeout Wayno
“Landing 180s when I can, perfecting wipeouts when I can’t.”
HippocraticParty.org TM
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