Thinking and Reasoning Biblically in 2023 Part Two of Two The blessings of liberty in America cannot be perpetuated unless the principles of that liberty are re-identified and re-affirmed in … Continue reading “Conscience and the Constitution: Part Two”
Discerning Moment
Timeless truths from America’s treasury
Freedom OF Religion, or Freedom FROM Religion – A False Dichotomy
“Sir, my concern is not whether God is on our side, my greatest concern is to be on God’s side, for God is always right.” Attributed to Abraham Lincoln In … Continue reading “Freedom OF Religion, or Freedom FROM Religion – A False Dichotomy”
Conscience and the Constitution: Part One
Thinking and Reasoning Biblically in 2023 Part One of Two America’s founding and establishment was the result of a people educated in Christian principles. Verna M. Hall Churches in the early … Continue reading “Conscience and the Constitution: Part One”
Why We Must Speak About Politics and Religion
“For if Men are to be precluded from offering their Sentiments on a matter, which may involve the most serious and alarming consequences, that can invite the consideration of Mankind, … Continue reading “Why We Must Speak About Politics and Religion”
Public Opinion or Principles?
Jesus was asked, “Which is the greatest commandment (law)?” He responded, “Love the Lord God with all your heart, mind and soul, and your neighbor as yourself.” (Matthew 22:37-40) History … Continue reading “Public Opinion or Principles?”
All Education is Religious
“Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ.” Colossians … Continue reading “All Education is Religious”
George Washington: The World’s Apostle of Liberty
Which US President: had states, babies, seven mountains, eight streams, nine colleges and 33 counties named after him? has a national holiday for his birthday (February 22nd)? has an image … Continue reading “George Washington: The World’s Apostle of Liberty”
Don’t shrink back, but proclaim your faith
“Do not let anyone claim to be a true American if they ever attempt to remove religion from politics. Anyone who does this cannot be called American.” George Washington There … Continue reading “Don’t shrink back, but proclaim your faith”
Navigating “The Wall” while demolishing a bad metaphor
“There is not a shadow of right in the general government to intermeddle with religion. Its least interference with it would be a most flagrant usurpation.” James Madison replying to … Continue reading “Navigating “The Wall” while demolishing a bad metaphor”
The Wrong Shall Fail, The Right Prevail
Christmas Bells And in despair I bowed my head;“There is no peace on earth,” I said;“For hate is strong,And mocks the song Of peace on earth, good-will to men!”Then pealed the bells … Continue reading “The Wrong Shall Fail, The Right Prevail”