Robert Jeffress, the evangelical pastor of the First Baptist Church megachurch in Dallas, is one of Donald Trump’s most strident supporters.

Jeffress first offered his public support for Donald Trump in September 2015, and he has remained a loyal booster through every political scandal, profane outburst, criminal act and outrageous antic that makes a mockery of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

To his credit, Jeffress acknowledges that Trump has not earned his loyalty by reflecting the ethical teachings of Jesus. In a 2016 NPR interview, he explained:

“I don’t want some meek and mild leader or somebody who’s going to turn the other cheek. I’ve said I want the meanest, toughest SOB I can find to protect this nation. And so that’s why Trump’s tone doesn’t bother me.”

Trump’s homophobia, misogyny, dishonesty, xenophobia, and plain cruelty warm his heart and stiffens his wood.

Jeffress is also drawn to Trump for his ruthless business style and his ability to exploit his followers. He admires the grifter-in-chief and seems to envy Trump’s success at extracting money from supporters.

The televangelist is often seen wearing his signature bright red tie, which he likely chooses as a tribute to his orange messiah.

I am sick and tired of the fake Christianity of Trump’s MAGA supporters, their mode of Christianity is as fake as Jeffress’ ridiculously fake toupee.