Jesus asked Saul, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting Me?” (Acts 9:4), revealing a profound theological truth: persecution of Christians is persecution of Christ Himself. Don Lemon may have found favor with the courts, but not Jesus. Fear for this man’s life. He has touched God’s anointed.

Although the following speaks of the OT anointed of God, don’t you think of Jesus as the supreme one that should not be touched?

‘Touch not Mine anointed ones and do My prophets no harm.’ Psalms 105:15

Psalm 105:15 and 1 Chronicles 16:22 state, “Do not touch My anointed ones! Do no harm to My prophets!” This divine command underscores the sacred protection God grants to those He has set apart for His purposes.

Divine Retribution: The Bible records severe consequences for those who harm God’s anointed.

Pharaoh was struck with plagues for attempting to take Abraham’s wife Sarah (Genesis 12:17; 20:3–7).

Abimelech was warned in a dream that he would die unless he restored Sarah, as Abraham was a prophet (Genesis 20:6–7).

Korah and 250 rebels were swallowed by the earth for challenging Moses and Aaron (Numbers 16:31–35).

42 youths who mocked Elisha were mauled by bears (2 Kings 2:23–24).

The Amalekite who claimed to have killed King Saul was executed by David, who declared, “Your blood is on your own head… for you have said, ‘I killed the LORD’s anointed'” (2 Samuel 1:14–16).

Spiritual Principle: The command extends beyond physical harm to include slander, ridicule, or spiritual attack.

David refused to harm Saul, recognizing that only God could judge the anointed (1 Samuel 24:6; 26:9).

The above reference is what I’ve been asking God how I should approach the present world situations.

Jesus equated attacking His messengers with attacking Him: “Whoever receives you receives Me” (Matthew 10:40).

Saul’s persecution of Christians was seen as persecution of Christ Himself (Acts 9:4).

Modern Application: While the term “anointed” historically refers to prophets, kings, and patriarchs, many interpret it today as applying to all believers, especially those in ministry.

Gossip, disrespect, or violence toward God’s servants is seen as violating divine protection.

God’s justice is sovereign—He promises to defend His own, whether through direct intervention or long-term consequences (Romans 12:19).

In summary: The punishment for touching God’s anointed is not limited to physical death but includes divine judgment, spiritual consequences, and divine retribution. The command is a solemn warning: harm to God’s chosen is harm to God Himself.

Therefore, my decision to cease comments on today’s hot news items and deferred judgement to God has been made. It’s simply my position to submit to God and pray for our country.

I have to remember one thing.

According to Ephesians 6:12 – For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.