He’s calling for humility and grace.
Jack Graham, senior pastor of Prestonwood Baptist Church, has called on Christians who supported former President Donald Trump to approach his potential second, non-consecutive term with humility and prayer. The 74-year-old pastor, based in Plano, Texas, emphasized the importance of unity and grace in a country that remains deeply divided after the election. He urged Christians to pray for the nation’s leaders and to foster healing, rather than celebrating political victories with overt displays of triumph.
Graham, who leads a congregation of approximately 50,000, pointed out that the current culture of political celebrations, where people “dance in the end zone” or “spike the ball,” does little to heal societal divides. Reflecting on his own era, he advocated for a more gracious and humble approach to victory. He stressed that Christians should model this behavior, not just in politics, but in all areas of life, and emphasized the need for spiritual revival across the nation.
In his call for spiritual awakening, Graham urged Christians to fulfill their biblical mandate to spread the Gospel and live out their faith. He expressed hope that such actions would help to address the nation’s divisions and bring about the revival that he believes is crucial. For Graham, the ultimate goal is not just political change but a deep spiritual renewal in the country.
Graham has been an outspoken supporter of Trump and other conservative figures, including Sen. J.D. Vance. He participated in a prayer session for Trump ahead of the election, expressing gratitude for Trump’s leadership and praying for his strength and wisdom. He has also criticized fellow Christian leaders who discouraged voting in the election, calling such advice a loss of credibility in the church.
Additionally, Graham has consistently addressed hot-button issues in Christian teachings, including the biblical stance on marriage, and has emphasized the need for Christians to return to the Bible to understand God’s word on these matters. He also underscored the Christian duty to support Israel, explaining that the Bible teaches a deep connection between Christianity and Judaism. While Graham supports Israel’s right to exist, he clarified that political support for the Israeli government is separate from the biblical and moral obligation to stand with the Jewish people against rising antisemitism.