In the grand theater of American politics, the stage is set and the curtains rise. Enter the actors: Biden, Trump, DeSantis, Kennedy Jr. To the casual observer, they appear as distinct individuals, each with their own unique ideologies and campaign narratives.

However, a closer examination reveals a startling truth: they are not free agents, but rather puppets in a much larger play, orchestrated by unseen hands.

The Bible speaks of “principalities and powers” (Ephesians 6:12), forces of influence and control that operate behind the scenes. According to the Scriptures, these entities, aligned with Satan, manipulate the world’s affairs. However, the Bible also assures us that the King of Glory, Jesus Christ, has already secured the ultimate victory, promising an age of righteous governance during His millennial reign.

The “principalities and powers” in our modern context could be interpreted as the oligarchs, bloodlines, and institutions that form the upper echelons of society. These entities exert significant influence over the systems of our world, shaping narratives and dictating the limits of permissible action for those beneath them in the hierarchy of power.

Biden, Trump, DeSantis, and Kennedy Jr. sit one level above us in this pyramid of power, yet they remain multiple layers below the true puppeteers. Their platforms are mere veneers, carefully crafted to sell ideas that fit within the pre-approved narratives. This phenomenon becomes especially apparent when we consider their campaign promises.

Biden, branded as a 100% puppet, is a classic example of a figurehead. He serves as a mouthpiece for the powers that be, his actions guided by unseen hands. Trump, with his rallying cry of “draining the swamp,” promises to challenge the status quo. Yet, the so-called swamp is not merely a group of corrupt politicians; it is a complex network of forces serving the Enemy, the lowercase ‘g’ god of this world, an imposter masquerading as the divine. Thus, Trump’s promise, while appealing, is ultimately unattainable within his limited sphere of influence.

The newer candidates, DeSantis and Kennedy Jr., brand themselves as “Pro-Bitcoin.” This clever marketing strategy is designed to lure libertarians, creating the illusion of support for radical monetary change. However, they can only advocate for this reform because it aligns with the permitted narrative, not because they possess any real power to effect such change.

All four candidates are bound by the same restrictions. They can only promise change within the confines of their assigned narratives, echoing the words they’ve been permitted to speak. The policies they propose are not of their own volition but are crafted by the principalities and powers above them. They are compromised individuals, their potential for genuine leadership constrained by the chains of the system.

The Bible tells us in Ephesians 2:2 that Satan, the prince of the power of the air, controls the children of disobedience. These presidential candidates, like all of us, are susceptible to this influence. They are entangled in a web of power and control, their every move dictated by the forces of darkness.

However, amidst the deception and corruption, there is hope. Jesus Christ, the King of Glory, has already sealed the fate of the puppeteers controlling the strings. As Revelation 20:10 prophecies, Satan and his minions will be cast into the lake of fire, facing eternal punishment. In the aftermath, Christ will establish a righteous government, marking the beginning of His millennial reign.