At a recent campaign rally in North Carolina, former President Donald Trump reinforced his connection with evangelical voters by weaving religious themes throughout his speech. Before a crowd of thousands, Trump recounted an incident involving Vice President Kamala Harris, where anti-abortion protesters shouted “Jesus is Lord” at one of her events. Trump criticized Harris’s reported response—“You’re at the wrong rally”—as dismissive of Christian values. Using the moment to align himself with faith-based supporters, he declared, “When I hear ‘Jesus is Lord,’ I don’t hear the wrong rally—I hear the right rally, the right message,” sparking chants of “Jesus! Jesus!” from the audience.
Trump positioned himself as a staunch defender of Christian beliefs and religious liberty, reiterating that the U.S. was founded on the principles of “faith, family, and freedom.” He warned against what he described as the political left’s attempts to remove God from public life, vowing, “We’re not going to let them. Not on my watch.” His rhetoric throughout the event reflected a broader strategy of blending political messaging with religious appeal, a move that strongly resonates with his evangelical base.
Beyond affirming religious values, Trump used the rally as a call to action, urging Christians to vote and become more politically active. He emphasized that evangelical turnout could be the decisive factor in future elections. Drawing on past appearances, such as his speech at the Turning Point Action Believers’ Summit, Trump claimed that strong support from Christian voters could deliver such a sweeping win that “you won’t have to do it again.”
Political analysts note that Trump’s consistent use of faith-based messaging has been central to maintaining support among conservative Christians. By tapping into themes of morality, religious liberty, and traditional values, he positions himself as both a cultural and political defender of Christianity. His speeches often carry a dual purpose: rallying the faithful and casting political opponents as hostile to religion.
The rally concluded with Trump urging the crowd to “stay strong in your faith” and promising a return to greatness through unity and belief. The chants of “Jesus! Jesus!” that filled the venue reinforced the deep religious connection Trump continues to cultivate with his supporters.
