Exquisitely written essay Brian, except I question whether Sol is the largest star in the Milky Way. I believe that honor belongs to a star called Pistol.
Also of note, God allowed Abraham to try to save his nephew Lot from the destruction of Sodam and Gomorrah. So he sent the two who were with him (believed to be angels) to see if Lot was righteous. On their way to his dwelling, the two were attacked by a mob. Lot rushes out to save them and brought them into the safety of his home. He offered them food, drink, clothing, any of the comforts of his home. Including his daughters' virtue. You know, to make amends for their ill treatment. Lot was found to be righteous.
Point is, it’s not really surprising these pastors of South Carolina and elsewhere aren’t thoroughly disgusted by Trump’s abusive behavior toward women. They take the bible literally. To their minds, Trump should be able to grab whatever pussy he wants every time he’s criticized. You know, for his comfort and to make amends for the "Liberal Woke Mob" of America.
They want to be found righteous, don’t they?