Being a good Christian does NOT mean we must endanger our country by having open borders.—xswzq9  Being honest requires recognizing that what distinguishes the United States of America in the Americas is welcoming everyone, especially “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.”  As Matthew 6:33 puts it, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well,” which seems to account for the great wealth of the United States, despite back-sliding.

“Blessed the man who fears the Lord” (Psalm 112:1b).  “I have learned the secret of being well-fed” (Philippians 4:12).  Never forget, “the children of this world are more prudent in dealing with their own generation than the children of light” (Luke 16:8).  Liturgy of the Word, Reading 490, Saturday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time II.