Tag: USA histroy

Star Spangled Banner As You’ve Never Heard It, 250 years

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The American National Anthem a dramitized story of why or nation is awesome!

Source: Star Spangled Banner As You’ve Never Heard It – YouTube

Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name Jesus.”
Luke 1:30-31

Choosing life amid a prenatal diagnosis

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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 your attention…

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Minor earthquake reported in southeast Ohio

A minor earthquake was logged in southeast Ohio on Monday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.  The USGS said that around 4:06 a.m., a 2.2-magnitude quake struck around seven kilometers north of New…

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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 It appears in his notes from the debates of the Constitutional Convention, where he copied a statement originally made by William Pitt, Earl of Chatham.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.

And above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.”
1 Peter 4:8

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 scripture lands like it’s…

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“The Shot Heard Round the World”: The Battles of Lexington and Concord

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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. Wilfried McClay explores the dramatic events of April 19, 1775, detailing the logistical challenges and intelligence failures that led to the first armed conflicts. The discussion highlights how Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poetry shaped the historical memory of Paul Revere’s ride and the spirit of ’76.

Source: (629) “The Shot Heard Round the World”: The Battles of Lexington and Concord – YouTube

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.
Philippians 4:23

God as Your Ever-Present Help

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Overcoming Distractions: Look to Jesus

Whatever you constantly look at will eventually influence how you live. When the world gets loud and life gets overwhelming, don’t stare harder at the distraction, look up and fix your eyes on Jesus.…

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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 trust the God who…

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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

What shall we say then? Is the law sin? Certainly not! On the contrary, I would not have known sin except through the law. For I would not have known covetousness unless the law had said, “You shall not covet.”
Romans 7:7

Too Busy to Hear God

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Who Has Your Attention?

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Finding Strength in God

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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