Faith on the Fourth of July

A Christian Perspective on America’s Founding

As we gear up to celebrate the Fourth of July this year, many of us are thinking deeply about who we are as a nation and the kind of legacy we want to leave for our children. With the constant buzz of conflict and turmoil in the news, it's no wonder such reflections feel particularly important right now.

There's a lot of passionate talk about our nation’s challenges. Some are focused on saving democracy from perceived threats, while others dream of restoring America to a former era of greatness. This year, our national birthday might crank up that debate a notch or two.

But before we dive into fixing what’s broken in America today, maybe we should take a moment to appreciate the blessings we enjoy as Americans and revisit the inspiring story of our nation’s founding. It’s not just a historical tale; it's a Christian story that every American believer should know and love.

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