MEDJUGORJE: OUR LADY IS VERY WORRIED: “THE END OF THE FUTURE” – SEN CRUZ: “THIS IS PURE EVIL”
The statement made by Republican Senator Ted Cruz in response to a performance by Lil Nas X, a popular rapper and musician, has generated controversy and sparked discussion about the role of Satan in modern society. Cruz called the performance “evil” in a tweet on Sunday, which was in response to a clip of the performance posted by conservative podcaster Liz Wheeler, who said that “demons are teaching your kids to worship Satan.”
The controversy surrounding Lil Nas X’s performance has brought attention to the religious and spiritual beliefs of many Americans, particularly those who believe in the existence of Satan and his influence on the world. Some see the performance as evidence of Satan’s increasing power and presence in the world, while others view it as an expression of artistic freedom and a rejection of traditional religious values.
The comments made by Cruz and Wheeler reflect a larger concern among many conservative Christians about the perceived decline of traditional values and the rise of secularism in society. They argue that Satan is actively working to undermine these values and turn people away from God, and that it is the responsibility of Christians to resist his influence and fight against his agenda.
This view is shared by many in the Catholic Church, particularly those who are followers of the apparitions of the Virgin Mary at Medjugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina. These apparitions have been occurring since 1981 and have been the subject of much controversy and debate within the Catholic Church. Some see them as a sign of the Virgin Mary’s continued presence and intervention in the world, while others view them as a hoax or a manifestation of mass hysteria.
Despite the controversy surrounding the Medjugorje apparitions, they have attracted a large following of devotees who believe in the messages that the Virgin Mary has been imparting through the visionaries. These messages often focus on the need for prayer, repentance, and a return to traditional religious values in order to combat the forces of evil and bring about peace in the world.
In her messages, the Virgin Mary has repeatedly warned of the dangers posed by Satan and his followers, and has called on her followers to pray and fast in order to resist his influence. She has also spoken of the importance of love and compassion, and has urged her followers to reach out to those who are suffering and marginalized in society.
The messages of the Virgin Mary at Medjugorje have been the subject of much debate within the Catholic Church, with some bishops and theologians expressing skepticism about their authenticity. However, Pope Francis has recently taken steps to legitimize the Medjugorje apparitions, recognizing them as a site of pilgrimage and appointing a special envoy to oversee their pastoral care.
The controversy surrounding Lil Nas X’s performance and the comments made by Cruz and Wheeler highlight the ongoing debate about the role of religion and spirituality in modern society. While many Americans still hold strong religious beliefs and see the influence of Satan as a real and present danger, others reject traditional religious values and see them as outdated and irrelevant in the modern world.
As society becomes increasingly diverse and secularized, it is likely that these debates will continue, and that the role of religion and spirituality in public life will remain a topic of intense discussion and debate.
