The Highway Forums General Discussion Open Forum Tucker Carlson

Tucker Carlson, to be frank is not someone I like to follow. Not because I don’t like him, rather because the way he communicates at times confuses me, on what exactly he is saying.
I have good Christian friends, who love the way he communicates, so I suspect that is just a quirk I have.

However, in the last while I am hearing a lot of Christians who absolutely bash him.
Putting him no better than Candace Owens and others.

Some of this bashing, I suspect comes because he is not a Dispensationalist. As we learned when he interviewed Senator Ted Cruz.
Senator Ted Cruz said something to the effect, that he was taught since childhood that those who bless Israel, the Lord will bless them.
I really did not like the way Tucker responded, which was in a kind of nervous mocking laugh. Then making it obvious, that he did not agree that the nation of Israel we see today, is what the Israel the Bible was talking about.
Which by the way, as a non-Dispensationalist, I agree with.
Since that time, Tucker seems to be bashed all over social media. That is not the only reason people bash him on, but to be frank. I am hearing what I believe are lies about him.

Perhaps I should not even care, about these things. However, I really don’t enjoy hearing Christians bearing false witness about others.

Am I missing something in all this?

Tom

1. Whether you should care is something you are going to have to determine. Why not ask, why do you care, or why do you not care?
2. You typically are assuming that these individuals who are constantly bashing others are Christians. Perhaps your presupposition is incorrect?

I care about the people who are being murdered, tortured, scandalized, by terrorists and ignorant Communist pawns. It makes no difference to me if they are Jews, Africans, Hindus, etc. But, as I have often voiced my stand, Israel is an enemy of God. It has blasphemed God and turned to idols and worse, calling those idols GOD. They have been doing this for millennia. GOD, the one true GOD is a triune God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The GOD of Abraham was the Triune God!! Again, Jews, regardless of their rejection of God, no less than the overwhelming population of earth who blaspheme God and hate all that is good from birth. If they are treated with contempt for no reason, murdered, raped, tortured, starved, etc. I cannot help but have sadness for them and would help to alleviate their mistreatment no differently. I stand with David and Christ. On the one hand, we are to love our neighbor as our self. AND without contradiction, we should hate all those who hate God. Psalms 139:21-22 "Do not I hate them, O LORD, that hate thee? and am not I grieved with those that rise up against thee? 22 I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies."

I agree with what you have said.
I guess what I am basically saying is there any truth to the accusations about Tucker?

It appears you do not know. So I can leave it at that.
However, what I can say, is many I believe are true Christians. At least as far as I can tell.

Many of the allegations seem to stem from the fact, he refuses to speak
out against Candace Owens when she speaks out against Erika Kirk and Turning Point USA.

Getting believers mad and fighting each other is the devil's pastime. As long as we're taking shots at one another over little things like political commentators and what role which little nation might play in the future, then we're not engaged in the building up of one another, nor evangelism, nor discipleship, nor worship. What a bunch of busybodies we have become!

True, I don't follow Tucker Carlson and haven't for some years. I have listened/watched a portion of the interview with Fuentes? And when he never challenged several of his radical views, I no longer had any interest in Carlson. I have listened to Matt Walsh's rebuttal of Candace Owen and thought his logic was sound and was saddened to see her go down this road. She was so good on the matter of the Floyd fiasco and lauded her bravery and tenacity to search for the truth and then took the time to make it known against the media, BLM, and the mobs. I also do not agree nor promote Charlie Kirk's "christianity" and strongly oppose Erika Kirk's 'forgiveness' of the man who murdered Charlie. Scripture is perspicuous on the matter of forgiveness; without repentance there is no forgiveness (Luke 17:3,4; 1Jh 1:9, et al). I have appreciated how Charlie Kirk dealt with many of the social issues (sins), e.g. abortion, homosexuality, etc. But I'm not one who promotes Turning Point USA without reservations.

Years ago I was active on other forums but after seeing how much error was being spewed out and the vitriol thrown around by professing Christians, I stopped almost completely and focused my energy on reading and listening to those who exhibited true godliness and biblical truth. My own soul was first and foremost important and that I did not fill my head with idiocy and silliness that came from others. Wisdom is a marvelous thing to gain and exercise.

He shouldn’t be confusing, that’s a problem. People in his position should be exercising as much clarity as possible. To not do so is irresponsible. Say what you mean and mean what you say. Christians should have no part in game playing. (That’s why I don’t like CN’s. Live in reality, not for merely seeking attention, and do not bring Christianity into something if it does not directly or primarily apply - that’s using something sacred for a much lesser thing/purpose - like social improvement rather than God’s glory …via a true proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ).

Maybe he should publicly respond to the lies if they are so prevalent. On the flip side, maybe those who bash with unfounded claims need to get a life. We need more clarity and transparency, not less. It’s not helpful.

Anthony, his lack of clarity to me, is part of the reason why I do not follow him.
Yet, I have good Christian friends that really like him.

Tom

Yes, that is frustrating.

Pilgrim you said: I also believe that Tucker should have pushed back against Fuentes as well. I think he lost a great opportunity, to make clear his positions.
Which, I think I am fairly certain he would not agree with Fuentes on many things, such as Fuentes being completely anti-Semitic. As well as Fuentes saying that all black people are violent, etc…

I know if Tucker says anything negative about Israel, many evangelicals, especially Dispensational pastors jump on him, saying he is an Anti-Semite. They will not even listen to what he says.
Not to mention what Ben Shapiro thinks of Tucker. ????
I was recently given an interview of Tucker, that I intend to watch that supposedly shows why Tucker did not push back enough against Fuentes.
I am reluctant to watch it, because the interviewer is Doug Wilson; whom I am not a fan of at all.
In fact so much so, that I am reluctant to even mention the interview, because of that.

The person who gave me the interview is also not a Wilson fan; though rolls his eyes at some of the accusations made against him. He told me, that the interview is really good and shows the heart of Tucker and even talks about his interview with Fuentes.
I am willing to watch it, in the odd chance it will shed some light on Tucker Carlson.



Do with it what you want.

Tom

Not to go off topic or on a tangent but I think the bigger cultural issues that are looming and that is for God to deal with via His Mighty Hand are 1) AI , 2) Agenda 2030 - the UN’s global sustainability initiative, 3) Drones - Trump signed something recently that didn’t get much attention https://www.dhs.gov/news/2026/01/12...w-office-advance-drone-and-counter-drone

There’s a lot of weird places aligned forces appear to be taking civilization. https://heidelblog.net/2026/02/silicon-valleys-religion/

We shouldn’t worry about that, or Tucker Carlson, or Israel, or any of it cause we are well grounded.

Tom, are you a Baptist? Cause I feel they are overly invested in politics and culture wars. Why do we need to be aligned with any political personality anyway? They may say a few things we like but who are they ultimately serving?

I personally think there are many who want to make Christianity appear fringe, threatening, irrelevant, outdated and obsolete (with help from the Christian Nationalists) as far as future civilization…. Obviously that will never happen. But I wonder if God is permitting certain things as part of His sovereign plan and for His ultimate glory and our good. Nobody can thwart His sovereign hand.

Note: I think individual Christians should be active in politics and natural law (which if reality based is inherently Christian) be promoted (while default neopagan state religion exposed as religious) but true heart change and spiritual transformation typically occurs and is initiated via church where the pure preaching of the gospel may occur.

Sorry, back on topic….

Yep, I agree with your assessment, Anthony. I would include to the 'mix', the near total lack of discernment upon those who profess to be Christians, and add to that the lack of any sense of wisdom. Why is that? Scripture is quite clear, in my mind. :evil: Yes, there are true Spirit-regenerated Christians who have been and throughout history temporarily deceived but eventually come to realize, providentially their wrong thinking/acting, repent and return to that 'narrow path'. I have often, perhaps too often?, reminded others that according to the truth of what is going to happen in the future according to propositional statements in Scripture that ONLY a REMNANT shall be saved. And, that MANY will follow after false teachers and prophets (so-called) in the last days. And, if the coming of the LORD Christ was delayed (which is isn't), even the elect would have been deceived along with the perishing. How many are actually putting on the "armor of God" in order to not be wounded by the fiery darts of the Enemy? Remember also, that this war that is going on exists and begins IN the 'house of God'.

Matthew 7:21-23 (KJV) 21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.

And lastly re: But I wonder if God is permitting certain things as part of His sovereign plan and for His ultimate glory and our good.... Of course, ALL THINGS come according to God's perfect predestination and providence. (Job 42:2,3; Ps 115:3) When I read what you wrote, the book of Habakkuk came to mind. How the Israelites, those idolatrous people who for centuries rejected God and lived according to their own desires, lamented that a nation that was far more evil then they (confession of sinfulness on their part?) God sent to punish them. Was not Cyrus the "servant of God"? Was not even Judas created by God to be an arch enemy of the Christ and was an instrumental cause of His crucifixion? Were not Joseph's brothers wicked in their selling of their brother? Although in their case, we see the great mercy and tenderness of God working through Joseph to restore them in the end.

Just my thought to close.. IF <--- these are just a part of the End Times, which they are, and they are perhaps just the beginning of the great falling away, what are the actual 'latter days' before Christ comes in the clouds and then the end going to be like? Can you imagine the terror that will be like for God's true saints; the temptations, hardships, etc.? My personal prayer is often, "Lord God, I pray that thou wilt not let me go, but uphold me, strengthen me, give me wisdom and an unassailable love for Thee and not let me fall as so many have in the past and even now do!"

Thanks Pilgrim. It’s easy to complain, “get off my lawn”, “don’t tread on me”, and even a more general sentiment close to “look at how religiously evil society has become”, while our own hearts remain dark, cold and estranged from God. It’s easier to see the sin and estrangement of others without reflecting on our own true state and standing before God. Distractions almost prove too comforting. I still question and evaluate myself with a desire for further proof of gradual sanctification and possible renewal. And truly reformed churches that are properly centered in doctrine and practice are certainly hard to come by. So what are we truly standing for when we engage with society? I know some have it worse than others as far as their surrounding culture. But God never changes. That’s both terrifying and comforting.

The whole Doug Wilson phenomenon is very bizarre. How he and those he supports have so much access to all of these major politicians and pundits is peculiar. Christians as high profile as him typically are poor representatives, almost as if by design. I don’t trust anyone with that much access, especially somebody so unaccountable. I’m not trying to slander, I just think he needs to focus more on his own walk with God instead of acting so authoritative.

As I said before, I am not a fan of Wilson and the reasons are several.

Hegseth actually attends his Church. But somehow I think people like Paula White are more dangerous.
I mention her, because she is President Trump’s spiritual advisor.

Also, to make it absolutely clear. I try not to put people too high up on the totem pole (for a lack of a better way to say it).

Over the years, when I have (such as Steven Lawson; who I still believe was a great teacher when it came to the Doctrines of Grace); they end reminding me how each of us have feet of clay.

There are people such as RC Sproul and Voddie Baucham, that I learned a lot from. Yet, I try to be careful with that.
I do believe, as I think it was RC Sproul once said. “Follow your own pastors, more than
you follow me. Better yet, follow them, as they follow Christ.”

Tom

I guess Doug Wilson has that much money that he bought himself to primacy. I’m not familiar with his rise to Christian celebrity. But his is a very special case. He sponsors a program called Cross Politic that guests some heavy hitters in the political world. I too think local pastors are where it’s at when we can find a good one. But I’m not sure that many of our seminaries are producing many good ones.

I share your pessimism about seminaries. Even many seminaries that started well, are going liberal.

There are still some good ones, but unless liberalism is nipped in the bud, before it takes root. We can expect more of the same.

Tom

And there aren't many good seminaries either. I can tell you from experience, not all men who attend seminary are even regenerate. VanTil even implied that openly at the 1979 commencement of WTS Philadelphia. And I would quickly realize he wasn't mistaken. In fact, I suspected early on that this was true even of some of the profs. :sad: One of the tell-tale signs in that a pastor perhaps is yet unregenerate is the lack of humility, one of the fundamental attributes of someone who has been smitten by the convicting work of the Holy Spirit which drives one to the cross to cry out to God to have mercy and is compelled therefore to believe upon Christ. Humility, compassion and a love of the brethren are vital to the ministry.

I am not quite as pessimistic as you.
I personally believe Founders Seminary is at present a good one.
I know someone, that goes there.
There are no perfect seminaries, or for that matter local Churches.

Tom

I don't consider myself pessimistic without warrant. I consider myself realistic based upon facts.

I didn't say there are NO good seminaries, did I? If I did, please provide the quote. Thanks.\

By your estimation that "There are no perfect seminaries or local Churches." are you suggesting:]
1. It doesn't matter which one you study at? OR There is no seminary one should study at?
2. The same applies to local churches as well. There was a 'vetted' OPC pastor who told a very dear friend of mine that it didn't matter where he chose to worship as long as he attended a local church e.g., the local United Methodist Church or the local Roman Catholic Church. On the other side, there is the old adage, "IF you should find a perfect church, don't join it because you'll ruin it." It is my clear understanding from Scripture that any local church one is considering MUST hold tenaciously and consistently to the fundamentals of the faith. And by that, I do not mean simply that God is Triune, Jesus is God, and you must believe in Jesus as your Savior to be saved. A Reformed Confessional church is the most basic starting point to be a church where one should consider. Next, does the church practice biblical worship; no contemporary worldly theatrics. Does the church teach and insist on holiness of life for all its members? And lastly, does the church administer biblical discipline? You may disagree, and that's fine I guess. But I must conform my thinking and living according to what I read in Scripture.

Wilson gets a lot of exposure through Canon Press, his publishing house. They publish much of the Classical Christian school stuff which is attractive to many. He might have gain some attention from the debates on Federal Vision thouh he was largely criticize from within the Reformed community, Yet, I see today that he is recognized as a leading Reformed theologian in the press.

Consider the source.

Yeah, it appears Wilson & Christian Nationalism is even getting a boost from our current administration or at least that’s how he’s being framed and portrayed by the media - obviously, the legacy media’s framing of these individuals & related fads is just another distraction.

Pilgrim

I must admit here, I read what you said without my glasses on.

You said:
Instead of seeing the word “many”, I saw the word “any”.
That was why I used the word “pessimistic”.

I apologize.

Like you, if one chooses to go to a seminary; they should be very choosy.

A while back, over coffee I was talking to my pastor about their search for another pastor for the Church.
Their search was a very frustrating one, as the Church had put together a series of questions for potential candidates.
Although they interviewed quite a few seminary trained candidates. They did not even find one, that did not have some liberal beliefs.

While, they eventually found one. That person, was from an established Church from a different province, who was looking to move to B.C.
Him and his wife and two small children, have been at the Church for more than a year now and fortunately he is a good pastor.

Tom

I am not sure exactly what Wilson believes about “Christian Nationalism”. Perhaps because, I have no real interest in listening to him on the topic.
However, when I hear/read the term “Christian Nationalism”, most of the time nobody seems to agree on what it actually means.

The following panel Q&A session is basically what I think of the subject.



Tom

I will have to watch that!!!