A Tennessee pastor has ignited controversy after delivering a sermon in which he called for violence against billionaire Elon Musk while condemning government actions. Rev. Steve Caudle, speaking to his congregation at Greater Second Missionary Baptist Church in Chattanooga, warned of a violent world and hinted that the United States could soon face its own turmoil.

A Tennessee pastor sparked controversy after calling for violence against Elon Musk in a fiery sermon. pic.twitter.com/gHOafw3tA2

— Daily Mail Online (@MailOnline) February 11, 2025

 

During his address, Caudle referenced ongoing global conflicts, citing the destruction in Gaza and the war in Ukraine as evidence of the world's violent state. "Fact of the matter is, we live in a world that is violent. You don't believe me, all you have to do is turn on the television set this afternoon and you'll see Gaza, where every building has been leveled by bombs, and then shooting and killing," he declared. "Children bleeding out. All you have to do is look at what's going on in the Ukraine, and it's the same thing."

 

The pastor then shifted his focus to the domestic situation, expressing his concern that the U.S. could soon experience similar chaos. "In this nation, I'm worried that we are on the verge of bloodshed. This is an attempt to take us back to a day that we do not want to go and we will not go. Therefore, there will be conflict," he warned.

 

Turning his attention to Elon Musk, Caudle accused the billionaire, whom he described as acting as a special government employee, of attempting to manipulate the U.S. Treasury through DOGE. He alleged that Musk was seeking to "force" his way into federal financial institutions to steal personal data and Social Security benefits from American citizens.

 

"No one likes violence, but sometimes violence is necessary. When Elon Musk forces his way into the U.S. Treasury and threatens to steal your personal information and your Social Security check, there is a possibility of violence," Caudle asserted. "Sometimes the devil will act so ugly that you have no other choice but to get violent and fight."

 

Musk, known for his outspoken nature on social media, quickly responded to Caudle’s comments. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, the billionaire wrote, "This tells me that he is trying to hide MASSIVE fraud."

 

The pastor’s remarks sparked a wave of backlash online, with many criticizing his call to violence. One social media user condemned Caudle, writing, "This is all a lie and he claims to be a pastor. Shame on him and anyone who believes these lies without taking the time to learn the truth. I’m suspicious he’s getting money."

 

Another user echoed similar sentiments, stating, "A ‘pastor’ calling for conflict and violence from the pulpit is absolutely non-Christian behavior."

As the controversy continues to unfold, Caudle’s statements have fueled debate over the role of religious leaders in political discourse and the potential consequences of incendiary rhetoric.

 

Based on a report by Daily Mail 2025-02-13

 

 

Pastor should of kept his mouth shut now he has brought attention on to himself!

not much of a pastor. One has to wonder what religion is he practicing that advocates violence and encourages its members to commit violent act. 

51 minutes ago, thesetat said:

not much of a pastor. One has to wonder what religion is he practicing that advocates violence and encourages its members to commit violent act. 

Obviously a pastor of " what's going to happen to me now".

Oh well.

Very much aligned with the gun lobby’s stance on the right to bear arms as measure of defense against a tyrannical government.

I wonder if they’re still up for that?!

 

1 hour ago, thesetat said:

not much of a pastor. One has to wonder what religion is he practicing that advocates violence and encourages its members to commit violent act. 

Do you need any more examples?:

 

https://www.newsweek.com/pro-trump-pastor-calls-killing-migrants-crossing-border-1986545

Typical violent leftist who thinks thuggery is the answer to losing an election.

 

Does the US excuse this type of thing for minorities like the UK does?

1 hour ago, thesetat said:

not much of a pastor. One has to wonder what religion is he practicing that advocates violence and encourages its members to commit violent act. 

More dogwhistles by the omnipresent violent  left!

 

2 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Typical violent leftist who thinks thuggery is the answer to losing an election.

 

Does the US excuse this type of thing for minorities like the UK does?

Oddly you omit the religious angle, you know the rote Jonny, ‘religion of hatred and violence’.

 

Or do you give a Christian a pass on calling for violence where someone of some other religion saying the same things would have you ranting?

1 minute ago, riclag said:

More dogwhistles by the omnipresent violent  left!

 

Seems like violent Christian to me, or did you miss that bit?!

5 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Typical violent leftist who thinks thuggery is the answer to losing an election.

 

Does the US excuse this type of thing for minorities like the UK does?

Notice the sponsor!

 

 

 

7 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Oddly you omit the religious angle, you know the rote Jonny, ‘religion of hatred and violence’.

 

Or do you give a Christian a pass on calling for violence where someone of some other religion saying the same things would have you ranting?

 

The nasty leftists infiltrate many religions.

 

Marian Budde another example.

Just now, JonnyF said:

 

The nasty leftists infiltrate many religions.

 

Marian Budde another example.

Well like I said Jonny, you give violent Christians a pass.

 

No surprises there.

Just now, Chomper Higgot said:

Well like I said Jonny, you give violent Christians a pass.

 

No surprises there.

 

You may have missed my previous posts on this thread.

 

I suggest you read them. 

37 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Typical violent leftist who thinks thuggery is the answer to losing an election.

 

Does the US excuse this type of thing for minorities like the UK does?

January 6?

1 hour ago, riclag said:

More dogwhistles by the omnipresent violent  left!

 

Man that’s some potent stuff you are on!violent left ya say??? J6 the ellipse speach…..the big lie just wow …..

3 hours ago, thesetat said:

not much of a pastor. One has to wonder what religion is he practicing that advocates violence and encourages its members to commit violent act. 

Islam with a touch of Jesus?

Blessed are the peacemakers pastor....Musk will hang himself as acting president, Trump wants that job.

 

 

4 hours ago, thesetat said:

not much of a pastor. One has to wonder what religion is he practicing that advocates violence and encourages its members to commit violent act. 

Christianity. A few examples.

 

Christian pastors who have advocated for the murder of homosexuals:

 

Grayson Fritts: U.S. Pastor and police officer.  “Put homos to death.”

 

Steven Anderson: Arizona Pastor. "Homosexuality is an abomination and should be punishable by death."

 

Martin Ssempa: Ugandan pastor. "gays and lesbians should be put in prison, they should be killed." 

 

Roger Jimenez: US pastor. Applauded the Orlando massacre.

 

Kevin Swanson: Des Moines pastor. Believes the murder of gays is justified in the Bible and that parents of same-sex marriage children should be covered in horse manure. 

 

Dillion Awes: Texas Pastor. "They should be lined up against the wall and shot in back of the head."

 

Extreme but they are there.

 

Also, Islam. Plenty to choose from there.

 

I hope that helps, thesetat.

 

 

3 hours ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Very much aligned with the gun lobby’s stance on the right to bear arms as measure of defense against a tyrannical government.

I wonder if they’re still up for that?!

 

Wow what a stupid comment LOL

5 minutes ago, Baht Simpson said:

Christianity. A few examples.

 

Christian pastors who have advocated for the murder of homosexuals:

 

Grayson Fritts: U.S. Pastor and police officer.  “Put homos to death.”

 

Steven Anderson: Arizona Pastor. "Homosexuality is an abomination and should be punishable by death."

 

Martin Ssempa: Ugandan pastor. "gays and lesbians should be put in prison, they should be killed." 

 

Roger Jimenez: US pastor. Applauded the Orlando massacre.

 

Kevin Swanson: Des Moines pastor. Believes the murder of gays is justified in the Bible and that parents of same-sex marriage children should be covered in horse manure. 

 

Dillion Awes: Texas Pastor. "They should be lined up against the wall and shot in back of the head."

 

Extreme but they are there.

 

Also, Islam. Plenty to choose from there.

 

I hope that helps, thesetat.

 

 

It would help more if you gave us sources for your allegations.

7 minutes ago, Yagoda said:

It would help more if you gave us sources for your allegations.

Just Google "pastor kill the gays" or the individual names and you'll get dozens of links. 

37 minutes ago, Yagoda said:

It would help more if you gave us sources for your allegations.

Like when did you start thinking reliable sources are a good thing?!

3 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Like when did you start thinking reliable sources are a good thing?!

Nice try. 

Any pastor who incites violence against anyone should be removed and replaced immediately. If not, then they should lose their tax exemption. Sounds like a doomsday preacher who doesn’t understand the Bible in full. He does not deserve a platform to speak about politics. 

14 hours ago, thesetat said:

not much of a pastor. One has to wonder what religion is he practicing that advocates violence and encourages its members to commit violent act. 

Have you never read a bible or koran?

13 hours ago, JonnyF said:

Typical violent leftist who thinks thuggery is the answer to losing an election.

 

Does the US excuse this type of thing for minorities like the UK does?

We used to, but because of kanye west, black people are fair game now.

9 hours ago, Yagoda said:

Wow what a stupid comment LOL

And your ripostes are getting more childish by the day.

Grow up and deny Chomp’s gun lobby post.

Thought not.

15 minutes ago, Red Forever said:

And your ripostes are getting more childish by the day.

Grow up and deny Chomp’s gun lobby post.

Thought not.

Deny what? His unsupportable assumptions?

 

You his mouthpiece now? Guess you are aligned with the Socialist loving, America hating, Trump hating and Jew hating Forum faction? "Red Forever" LOL

Just one more religious nut job. 

 

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