Pastor Jack Hibbs Responds to Kamala Harris

Hello everyone! I want to take a moment to address those of you following me on my social media platforms. This is a rare opportunity, and it’s a gift I am grateful to receive—one that truly keeps on giving. For the first time, I get to respond to something in a way that many of you might expect from me, and I owe this chance to Kamala Harris. I’m beyond grateful for this moment, and I’ve approved this message because it’s just too important not to share.

It feels truly good to speak about this, especially given what’s about to unfold. Good morning, church family! God is good, and as we gather here, let’s remember to focus on His goodness. Everyone, please take your seats.

Many say, “Pastors should stick to the Gospel and avoid mixing politics with sermons. Leave the political issues to the politicians and focus solely on faith.” Some even go as far as saying, “If you speak on political matters, we’ll contact the IRS because you’re mixing politics with the pulpit.” Now, I will agree with Kamala—God is good all the time, as we sing in our home to one of our favorite songs by Forest Frank. And, Kamala, thank you for bringing this message of God’s goodness from a public platform, even as a politician.

This is Pastor Appreciation Month, and as we honor the leaders who shepherd us, Kamala brought greetings from her church in San Francisco, Third Baptist Church, and from her pastor, Dr. Amos C. Brown. Her visit raises a question: Does her church follow the teachings of the Bible? As Christians, we are called not only to examine our own lives but also to support our fellow believers in their walk with the Lord. We approach each other with love, yet we must hold each other accountable to God’s Word. This includes issues such as abortion, which many Bible-teaching churches oppose.

As Kamala reminded us this morning, we all have work to do for God. And it’s true—we are called to honor God’s sovereignty, obey His Word, and be faithful. Every believer will ultimately be judged on their faithfulness. But does God need our help? According to the Bible, God is all-powerful. When Paul wrote to the early Christians, he emphasized that God can do far more than we could ask or imagine, and it’s His power that works through us.

While Kamala’s message speaks to a sense of community power, we must remember that God’s might doesn’t rely on human efforts. Imagine a child helping their parent with yard work—the task is slowed down, yet the parent allows it out of love, not out of need. Similarly, our Creator blesses our efforts even when He doesn’t require them.

However, Kamala’s remarks in a church setting have raised questions about the separation of church and state. Should religious and political messages intertwine like this? I ask because some might say this blurs the line, and in that case, they’d demand that this church be investigated for its tax-exempt status.

Let’s remember that God is sovereign, and while we engage in the work He sets before us, it is His power that moves through us.