In a powerful and timely conversation, Michael Knowles sat down with Tucker Carlson to discuss Christian theology and Judaism, Donald Trump’s worldwide influence and the controversial commentator, Candace Owens.
One of the key insights that Knowles shared with Carlson is how, Paul teaches that “the call of God and the gifts of God are irrevocable.” That truth, Knowles argues, guards against opposite extremes when it comes to beliefs about salvation and the importance of the Jewish people. “There are two views on this… one is … you don’t need Christ to be saved… And another view is that … God’s done with the Jews and forget about the Jews now and it’s just only the church.”
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Ultimately both are distortions. The biblical testimony is clear: God’s plan for salvation is through Christ, and His promises to the Jewish people are not nullified.
Knowles also pointed to Trump’s uniqueness as a world leader, noting that he doesn’t follow according to the whims of everyone else. “…is Trump an ideologue? No. What kind of ‘ism’ does Trump ascribe to? Trumpism. Trump that’s what he ascribes to. Americanism, I guess.”
As the two point out, Trump’s approach allows him to draw support from a wide-ranging coalition, and his offhand remarks about world affairs often function less as ideological statements and more as negotiation tactics.
Addressing Candace Owens, who used to work for The Daily Wire where Knowles is still a media personality, Tucker Carlson asked if the two of them ever saw each other.
“I’m the godfather of Candace’s daughter,” Knowles said. “I do see her at church. She actually goes to the earlier mass than I do because she she converted… all those smells and bells just kept pulling her in… now at least I get to see her at … mass.”
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This conversation between Michael Knowles and Tucker Carlson reveals the deep ways theology, politics and culture are intertwined. Together, they highlight the urgent need for discernment in an age where spiritual clarity is more vital than ever.
Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
