The D-Word
June 11, 2025
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The Hamilton Minute is a power packed 60 seconds where we tackle the issues of the day through the lens of God’s Word. You don’t want to miss a moment of it.
The Hamilton Minute is a power packed 60 seconds where we tackle the issues of the day through the lens of God’s Word. You don’t want to miss a moment of it.
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Blessed is the man who doesn’t walk in the counsel of the wicked nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scoffers.
My name is Abraham Hamilton III, and this is the Hamilton Minute.
One word has proven to be debilitating in our society: the D-word. Discrimination.
What we fail to realize is discrimination is not automatically a dirty concept. We discriminate against thieves and murderers when we send them to prison. We discriminated against sexual predators by keeping them away from children. And yes, we rightly discriminated against men when we keep them out of women’s restrooms.
According to Psalm 1, we have to discriminate against the counsel of the wicked in order to be blessed. Good thing God isn’t debilitated by the D-word.
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God – what is good and acceptable and perfect” Romans 12:2 (ESV).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
Paul’s epistle to the Romans was written to believers. This verse highlights the fact that it’s possible for Christians to be conformed to the world’s ways.
The word “conformed” there means to be squeezed into the mold of another. Rather than to be squeezed into the world’s mold, the Lord requires us to be transformed by having our minds renewed by God’s Word.
Everything about us must be held up to the light of Scripture. And whenever there’s any discrepancy, we must be transformed.
My name is Abraham Hamilton III, and this is the Hamilton Minute.
This Scripture underscores the harrowing reality that permeates the life of many who profess to be Christians. The blessing of being a Christ follower comes not only from hearing God’s Word, but obeying it.
James continues, “for if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man who looks intently at his natural face in a mirror. For he looks at himself and goes away and at once forgets what he was like. But the one who looks into the perfect law of liberty and perseveres, being not a hearer who forgets, but a doer who acts, he will be blessed in his doing."
"The borrower is the slave of the lender."
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
Newly published information from Lifeway Research shows 77% of self-identified Christians in dozens of states think it’s a sin to lend money to someone who can’t afford to pay it back. Still, few say payday loans are immoral and one in six Christians have admitted to taking out a high-interest payday loan.
The federal government’s Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says the typical two-week payday loan charges the equivalent of a 400% interest rate.
These “sharks” prey on the poor, elderly, and most vulnerable in society.
Sound the alarm and make sure your family, church, and neighborhood steer clear of this vermin.
“And who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this” Esther 4:14.
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute
Esther, a young girl became Queen of the Persian Empire when Israel was subject to Persian rule. A wicked man named Haman tried to get the King to exterminate all Jews. Esther, a Jew herself, was Queen when this genocidal conspiracy was brought to bear. But her uncle Mordecai put her royal position in perspective.
“Perhaps God made you Queen for this very moment, to intervene on behalf of the Jewish people.”
Like Esther, perhaps God gave you the platform, position and influence you have for this very moment, to stand against darkness. Perhaps you were born for such a time as this.
David, the son of Jesse, was just an ordinary giant slayer.
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
David’s battle with Goliath is an epic drama where the little boy stands in God’s power to conquer the Philistine giant.
David didn’t awaken that morning expecting to slay a giant. He didn’t stroll in with an entourage after a rugged mountain range training camp like Rocky in Rocky IV. He was just a regular kid bringing his brothers’ lunch. But fully confident in God’s immeasurable power, though he saw Goliath, David never acknowledged him as a giant, saying, “Who is this uncircumcised Philistine who dares defy the Lord of hosts?”
When regular people are fully persuaded, fully confident in God’s power, giant’s fall.
“Always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for the reason for the hope that is in you.”
Many who oppose Christianity target their hostility on our foundation, the Bible. They say it is unreliable because Genesis one and Genesis two are contradictory accounts of the creation story.
In actuality, the two chapters are complimentary and not contradictory.
When Jesus was asked about marriage, He quoted from both chapters one and two, saying that He made them both to be male and female in the beginning. "And for this cause shall a man leave his mother and father and cleave unto his wife."
Genesis one is an overview of the creation story and Genesis two is an up close examination of day six. If Jesus relies on them both, so can we.
"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing."
What is the proper role of government? Romans chapter 13 outlines government’s function and it is basically this: to restrain or to punish wickedness and to reward righteousness.
Government was never intended to be our savior. Government is our servant.
As we focus on our civil occupations and our civic engagement responsibilities, let us never forget that government is not our God. We don’t put our trust in it; we put our trust in our Christ.
As a result, what we want is a government that stays out of our way and leaves room for our church to do our business of fulfilling the Great Commission.
What is the source of America's greatness? Alexis de Tocqueville, a 19th century French political thinker and philosopher, had this exact same question.
On the heels of the French Revolution, he came to America in 1831 to investigate America's ascendency. In doing so, he found that America's greatness did not lie in her economic system. It did not lie in her banking system. Nor did it lie in her educational system.
He found that America's pulpits, aflamed with righteousness, was the source of America's greatness. He opined that America is great because she is good, but when America ceases to be good, she will cease to be great.
Let us pray for restoration of the flame of righteousness in our pulpits.
What would it take for you to compromise your principles?
Recently I heard a statement that went like this. “I don’t think principles matter if you can’t get elected.” Principles form the core of who you are; principles form the foundation of a civil society.
George Washington in his farewell address identified religion and morality as indispensable supports. “In vain would that man claim attribute to patriotism who should labor to subvert these great pillars of human happiness”, George Washington said.
It makes me think of a scripture; “What would it profit a man to gain the whole world yet lose his soul?” What would it profit a candidate to gain an election but lose his principles?
“If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love; just as I have kept My Father's commandments and abide in His love.” John 15:10 (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
During the upper room discourse Jesus explained to His disciples that keeping His commandments flows from the heart of the one who loves Him. Then he added,
These things I have spoken to you so that My joy may be in you, and that your joy may be made full. John 15:11.
Fullness of joy is contained within in our obedience to Christ. Joy, unlike happiness, is an internal disposition regardless of what may be swirling around us externally. Maximum joy is the by-product of obedience to Christ.
“I do not ask on behalf of these alone, but for those also who believe in Me through their word.” John 17:20 (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
During a portion of what is widely regarded as Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer, the Apostle John records the LORD praying not only for His disciples present with Him during the upper room discourse, but also for those who would become followers of His in the future. John 17:20.
Brothers and sisters, that includes you and me. As we face the various trials and the darkness of our day, it is encouraging to know that Jesus prayed for us. And that He currently intercedes for us. Romans 8:34. We are not alone. Be strong, in our LORD the power of His might. Ephesians 6:10.
“For nothing is hidden that will not become evident, nor anything secret that will not be known and come to light.” Luke 8:17 (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
President Trump sued CBS for $20 billion for heavily editing Kamala Harris’s “60 Minutes” interview during the 2024 election cycle. CBS’ parent company, Paramount, is preparing to settle the lawsuit… i.e. pay Mr. Trump.
CBS News President Wendy McMahon has announced that she is resigning over disagreements with Paramount. The timing is striking considering the current settlement discussions in this high dollar lawsuit.
McMahon became CBS President in August 2023. She’s now exiting the position. It remains to be seen whether her departure signals a new direction for the network.
"For it is a minister of God to you for good.” Romans 13:4(a) (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
The Biden administration resurrected an unconstitutional Clinton-era regulation for broadcasters with an LGBTQIAP+ twist.
The regulation subjected broadcasters like AFR to a regime promulgated to compel us to capitulate to LGBT+ approved employment practices.
Of course, we sued Biden’s FCC asserting our constitutionally protected First Amendment right to operate this ministry consistent with the teachings of Scripture upon which our organizational Statement of Faith is founded.
The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in our favor, rebuking Biden’s FCC for attempting to trample our constitutional rights. The Trump administration has also said that it agrees with our position on the matter.
“Do not participate in the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but instead even expose them.” Ephesians 5:11 (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
FBI Director Kash Patel indicated that further accountability could be imminent for the FBI principals who perpetrated the Russia-gate hoax on the FISA Court and on the American people.
Director Patel said a “wave of transparency” was forthcoming in an effort to restore public trust in the FBI. According to Kash Patel, people like James Comey, Peter Strzok, Lisa Page, Andrew McCabe, James Baker and others, who manufactured the “Crossfire Hurricane,”
Lied to a federal court and to the American people to rig a presidential election using tax payer dollars to fund this illegal operation. That’s what broke the FBI.
“But you shall remember the LORD your God, for it is He who is giving you power to make wealth.” Deuteronomy 8:18(a) (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
The Trump administration has recently announced trade deals of various types with the UK, China, and Qatar. This all follows the stance President Trump took, in an America First commitment, on tariffs.
The White House has also announced that it is meeting with a host of other nations concerning trade.
One thing is undeniable. For at least the previous half-century, American leadership has seemed content with allowing the American Rust Belt phenomena. It’s heartening to see President Trump working to deliver on his campaign promise to put the American people first.
“And have put on the new self who is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the image of the One who created him.” Colossians 3:10 (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
In Paul’s Epistle to the Colossians he addresses a church comprised of people who’d been saved in a pagan 1st century Roman culture. He explains to them the vigorous necessity of putting off the old man and putting on the new man.
He then directs them to the ultimate object of their renewal, their sanctification. It is critically important that we Believers remember, as we walk with our LORD in the sanctification process and face various challenges, that we are being made more and more like Jesus.
“For Mordecai the Jew was second only to King Ahasuerus.” Esther 10:3(a) (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
Mordecai is introduced to us in scripture as a Benjamite descendant of Kish who adopts and raises Hadassah after her parents died. He is faithful to God throughout his life and appeals to Queen Hadassah when wicked Haman initiates an Old Testament holocaust plan to annihilate the entire Jewish population within the Persian empire.
God sovereignly intervenes to deliver His people, working through Mordecai, Hadassah, and the Persian King. What often goes unnoticed is that through his faithfulness to God, Mordecai rose to become second in command over the entire Persian empire. Mordecai was to Persia what Daniel was to Babylon.
“Before Him goes pestilence, And plague comes after Him.” Habakkuk 3:5 (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
In spite of Dr. Fraudci perjurious testimony to the contrary, President Trump signed an executive order banning federal funding for gain-of-function research. The order also pauses certain domestic research involving infectious pathogens and toxins until safer, more transparent policy is developed.
It aims to reduce the risk of lab-related incidents, like those associated with the Schmovid pandemic, but it doesn’t hinder U.S. innovation in biotechnology.
But, as we’ve seen, executive orders are no way to establish enduring government policies. In order to make this order stick beyond the current Trump administration, Congress must get off it is duff and codify the order.
“Then Azariah the priest entered after him and with him eighty priests of the LORD, valiant men.” 2 Chronicles 26:17 (NASB95).
My name is Abraham Hamilton, III and this is The Hamilton Minute.
Upon taking office, President issued an executive order to ensure the United States military remains the most potent fighting force in the world. The Defense Department implemented the President’s order explaining,
The medical, surgical, and mental health constraints on individuals who have a current diagnosis or history of, or exhibit symptoms with, gender dysphoria are incompatible with the high mental and physical standard necessary for military service.
A lawsuit was filed to halt it, but the Supreme Court has now ruled that the President may proceed with implementing his vision for maximal U.S. military readiness.
