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The Story of America: The Kings Call to Arms

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The White House Salute to America 250 Task Force has partnered with Hillsdale College to provide a history series that tells the remarkable story of American Independence. It will highlight the stories of the crucial characters and events that resulted in a small rag-tag army defeating the mightiest empire in the world and establishing the greatest republic ever to exist. This is the story of America. This is our shared heritage and our proud destiny that will continue to lead us to unimaginable achievements in the centuries to come.

Source: The Story of America: The Kings Call to Arms YouTube

Give to everyone who asks of you. And from him who takes away your goods do not ask them back.
Luke 6:30

Isaiah 45:2

“I will go before you and level the exalted places, I will break in pieces the doors of bronze and cut through the bars of iron, This verse reminds us that God…

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Proverbs 21:23

Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble. This verse emphasizes that people who carefully watch what they say will protect themselves from serious trouble. “Guarding your mouth…

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Psalm 5:8

Lead me, O Lord, in your righteousness because of my enemies; make your way straight before me. In the verse David is praying in the morning while people who hate him are…

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The Story of America: John Adams

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The White House Salute to America 250 Task Force has partnered with Hillsdale College to provide a history series that tells the remarkable story of American Independence. It will highlight the stories of the crucial characters and events that resulted in a small rag-tag army defeating the mightiest empire in the world and establishing the greatest republic ever to exist. This is the story of America. This is our shared heritage and our proud destiny that will continue to lead us to unimaginable achievements in the centuries to come.

Source: The Story of America: The Decleration of Independence YouTube

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.
John 13:34

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The Story of America: Declaration of Independence

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The White House with a large American flag flying at sunset and text reading America 250 Years Est. 1776

The White House Salute to America 250 Task Force has partnered with Hillsdale College to provide a history series that tells the remarkable story of American Independence. It will highlight the stories of the crucial characters and events that resulted in a small rag-tag army defeating the mightiest empire in the world and establishing the greatest republic ever to exist. This is the story of America. This is our shared heritage and our proud destiny that will continue to lead us to unimaginable achievements in the centuries to come.

Source: The Story of America: The Decleration of Independence YouTube

Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures.
James 1:18

A study of the Mesha Stele

The Mesha Stele, also famously known as the Moabite Stone, is a 3-foot-tall black basalt monument dating back to circa 840 BCE. It is one of the most vital archaeological discoveries connecting…

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The Story of America: The Battle of Bunker Hill

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The White House Salute to America 250 Task Force has partnered with Hillsdale College to provide a history series that tells the remarkable story of American Independence. It will highlight the stories of the crucial characters and events that resulted in a small rag-tag army defeating the mightiest empire in the world and establishing the greatest republic ever to exist. This is the story of America. This is our shared heritage and our proud destiny that will continue to lead us to unimaginable achievements in the centuries to come.

Source: (630) The Story of America: The Battle of Bunker Hill – YouTube

For You, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, And abundant in mercy to all those who call upon You.
Psalm 86:5

Finding Truth and Life in Jesus

In a world filled with competing voices, confusing paths, and endless distractions, Jesus doesn’t simply show us the way He declares, ‘I am the way.’ When everything around you tries to pull…

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The Story of America: The Formation of the Army

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The White House Salute to America 250 Task Force has partnered with Hillsdale College to provide a history series that tells the remarkable story of American Independence. It will highlight the stories of the crucial characters and events that resulted in a small rag-tag army defeating the mightiest empire in the world and establishing the greatest republic ever to exist. This is the story of America. This is our shared heritage and our proud destiny that will continue to lead us to unimaginable achievements in the centuries to come.

Source: (630) The Story of America: The Formation of the Army – YouTube

And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.
Colossians 3:15

Hope in the dark

Pip: A mountain village, a wandering stranger, a mother weaving a basket by the river — Drink of Jesus has been building a world where ancient…

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George Washington on Freedom of Speech

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George Washington never wrote a single famous statement that exactly says “freedom of speech” in the way many internet memes claim. However, throughout his writings and public addresses, he strongly supported the principles of free expression, a free press (while also emphasizing responsibility), and the right of citizens to discuss public affairs.

Here are some of his best-authenticated quotes related to freedom of speech and liberty:

“If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.”

This is one of Washington’s most famous quotations on free speech. It appears in his notes from the debates of the Constitutional Convention, where he copied a statement originally made by William Pitt, Earl of Chatham. Although Washington preserved and repeated it, historians generally do not consider it to be his original wording.

On liberty

“Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.”

— Letter to James Madison, March 2, 1788.

Washington believed liberty naturally flourishes once people are allowed to govern themselves responsibly.

On freedom and constitutional government

“The freedom of opinion is one of the inalienable rights of man.”

This sentiment appears in Washington’s correspondence and reflects his belief that individuals possess the natural right to hold and express their opinions.

On the press

Washington had a complicated relationship with newspapers. He frequently criticized partisan attacks against him, yet he acknowledged the importance of a free press in a republic. He wrote:

“For if men are to be precluded from offering their sentiments… reason is of no use to us.”

This reflects his belief that debate and discussion are essential for self-government.

On protecting liberty

From his Farewell Address:

“The Constitution which at any time exists, till changed by an explicit and authentic act of the whole people, is sacredly obligatory upon all.”

Washington believed liberty depended not only on rights like free speech but also on respect for constitutional law and civic responsibility.

Washington’s overall view

Washington viewed freedom of speech as essential because:

  • Citizens must be able to criticize their government.
  • Open discussion helps preserve liberty.
  • Public debate leads to wiser decisions.
  • Freedom should be exercised responsibly rather than maliciously.

At the same time, he warned that lies, factionalism, and excessive political division could threaten the survival of the republic. He believed freedom and civic virtue had to work together.

For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”
Galatians 5:14

God as Your Ever-Present Help

You don’t have to carry this alone, He is your safe place and your help in every moment of need.  Bible Verse:God is our Refuge and Strength [mighty and impenetrable…

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The Story of America; An introduction to America

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The White House Salute to America 250 Task Force has partnered with Hillsdale College to provide a history series that tells the remarkable story of American Independence. It will highlight the stories of the crucial characters and events that resulted in a small rag-tag army defeating the mightiest empire in the world and establishing the greatest republic ever to exist. This is the story of America. This is our shared heritage and our proud destiny that will continue to lead us to unimaginable achievements in the centuries to come.

Source: (629) The Story of America: An Introduction – YouTube

The LORD shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul. The LORD shall preserve your going out and your coming in From this time forth, and even forevermore.
Psalm 121:7-8

The Distraction of Fear

Fear has a way of making tomorrow feel more real than today. But you were never meant to live inside a future that hasn’t happened yet, you were called to…

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Too Busy to Hear God

You can be so busy doing things for God that you never stop long enough to hear from God. Sometimes the biggest distraction in your life isn’t rebellion, it’s simply…

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Who Has Your Attention?

Your attention is one of the most valuable things you own, and everyone wants a piece of it. The question isn’t whether something is getting your attention—the question is whether…

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