Written by Santiago D.C. Maria
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We’ve all seen it — the rich and powerful living in their ivory towers, blind to the cries of the poor, flaunting their wealth and luxury while mocking those who suffer. But let me tell you something: God sees it all. He’s heard the cries of the poor, the downtrodden, the exploited, and He’s got some very firm words for the rich who think they can take from the needy and mock their misery. The Bible doesn’t sugarcoat the consequences of such behavior. If you're one of those who think wealth is a shield against divine justice, think again. The reckoning is coming.
If you think of the rich who exploit the poor and mock them with a laugh as a harmless part of the world, then you haven't been paying attention. Look around, because God’s word makes it crystal clear — your wealth means nothing when it's built on the broken backs of the vulnerable.
And before we get into it, let’s take a moment to appreciate the flamboyant hypocrisy of people like… well, you know who (Hint: it's not Santa Claus). Cough Trump Cough. He and his cronies love to pretend they’re above the law, but trust me — they’re not getting off easy.
Proverbs 14:31: The Rejection of God’s Justice
"Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God."
If you’re taking from the poor, don’t kid yourself — you’re not just hurting people, you’re mocking the Creator Himself. God doesn’t sit idly by when His children are crushed under the weight of injustice. Oppression is not just an act of cruelty toward the oppressed; it's a direct affront to the One who created both the poor and the rich. So, to those who believe they’re "above it all" because they wear golden ties and drive shiny cars — your time is coming.
You might think Trump doesn’t care about anything except his name in lights (and his hair in windblown perfection), but the Bible makes it clear that mockery of the poor, especially those who are struggling with hunger or homelessness, is going to cost you in the end.
Proverbs 22:16: Greed’s Inevitable Consequence
"Whoever oppresses the poor to increase their wealth and whoever gives to the rich—both come to poverty."
Take a good look, Mr. Tower of Gold (You know who I mean). You might think your wealth will save you, but it won’t. The Bible speaks plainly about the ultimate fall of those who exploit the poor for personal gain. If your wealth has come from taking from others, especially from those who have nothing, know this: that wealth is rotting from the inside out. Just like Trump’s business empire… you can only build on lies and deceit for so long before it collapses under the weight of its own corruption.
The verse is clear — the greedy get what they deserve. God’s justice does not fail.
James 5:1-6: The Day of Reckoning for the Rich
"Now listen, you rich people, weep and wail because of the misery that is coming upon you. Your wealth has rotted, and moths have eaten your clothes. Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and eat your flesh like fire. You have hoarded wealth in the last days. Look! The wages you failed to pay the workers who mowed your fields are crying out against you. The cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord Almighty."
Can we get a "woe" for the self-proclaimed kings and queens of this world? There’s a reckoning coming for those who think they can build wealth off the backs of the poor. You might enjoy your golden towers now, but your wealth is decaying, and the very thing you hoarded — the money, the power, the control — will testify against you. The cries of the exploited workers you’ve neglected, the people you’ve silenced, will echo in God’s ears.
So, to those who get a kick out of Trump’s endless parade of fake pomp and circumstance, don’t get too comfortable. Your day is coming. You can’t keep stacking your coins forever.
Luke 6:24-25: Woe to the Comfortably Rich
"But woe to you who are rich, for you have already received your comfort. Woe to you who are well-fed now, for you will go hungry. Woe to you who laugh now, for you will mourn and weep."
It’s easy to laugh when you’re sitting in your air-conditioned penthouse, sipping your overpriced drink while people are out there struggling to feed their families. Trust me, those laughs won’t last forever. The Bible makes it clear that the rich who mock those in need will face a harsh reversal. The comfort you’ve enjoyed will be taken from you, and the hunger you’ve ignored will be your own.
So, keep laughing, Trump — we’re all watching as your empire crumbles. The day will come when you’ll be mourning, and I can’t say I’ll feel bad for you.
Amos 4:1-3: The False Comfort of the Oppressor
"Hear this word, you cows of Bashan on Mount Samaria, you women who oppress the poor and crush the needy and say to your husbands, 'Bring us some drinks!' The Sovereign Lord has sworn by his holiness: 'The time will surely come when you will be taken away with hooks, the last of you with fishhooks.'"
To the wealthy, pampered few who sit in their privilege and talk down to those who suffer — hear this: You won’t get away with it. This is God’s word, and it’s not just for the people of ancient Samaria; it’s for you. Those who oppress the poor, laugh at their suffering, and hoard comfort will be dragged out, humiliated, and brought to justice. This imagery of hooks dragging people away is not a metaphor for a cozy time in your golden years. It’s God’s divine judgment.
Trump, your luxury hotels and golf courses are nothing but a façade. Keep playing in your sandcastles — they’ll be swept away sooner than you think.
Proverbs 17:5: Mocking the Poor and Facing Divine Judgment
"Whoever mocks the poor shows contempt for their Maker; whoever gloats over disaster will not go unpunished."
When you mock the poor, you're mocking God Himself. This is one of the most direct warnings in the Bible. And for anyone thinking they can get away with it—hello, Trump—this verse should be your wake-up call. You laugh at the poor, you gloat over their suffering, and yet you believe you're untouchable. Let me break it to you gently: You are not.
Proverbs 21:13: The Silence of the Oppressors
"Whoever shuts their ears to the cry of the poor will also cry out and not be answered."
The rich who ignore the cries of the poor, who turn a blind eye to injustice, will find themselves in the same situation. Your cries for help will fall on deaf ears, just like you’ve ignored the cries of those you've hurt. You may think you can silence the truth, but the truth is louder than your wealth. God hears, and He will answer. Just not in the way you think.
Conclusion: The Message to the Rich and Powerful
The Bible is clear: those who oppress the poor and mock their suffering will face divine justice. The wealth and power you think you have will not save you. The cries of the exploited will be heard by God, and those who have built their wealth on injustice will see it crumble.
So, let’s keep it real for a second. The world doesn’t revolve around the rich and powerful, no matter how much they flaunt it. And if you think someone like Trump can avoid what’s coming — think again. His days of mockery and exploitation are numbered.
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