As we celebrate our country’s birthday tomorrow, here are some quotes from some of the greatest men in the history of The United States of America. Maybe they will help us better understand what this great nation was founded upon, and in so doing help us to remember why so many fought and died for freedoms we enjoy.
“It cannot be emphasized too strongly or too often that this great nation was found, not be religionists, but by Christians, not on religions, but on the gospel of Jesus Christ.” — Patrick Henry
“The highest glory of the American revolution was this: that it connected, in one bond, the principles of civil governments with the principles of Christianity.” — John Quincy Adams
“Providence has given to our people the choice of their rules, and it is the duty as well as the privilege and interest, of a Christian nation to select and prefer Christians for their rulers.” — John Jay, 1st Chief Justice of the Supreme Court: One of the 3 men most responsible for the Constitution
“Do not let anyone claim the tribute of American patriotism if they ever attempt to remove religion from politics.” — George Washington from his farewell address to the nation
“And can the liberties of a nation be thought secure, when we have removed their only firm basis, a conviction in the minds of the people that these liberties are the gift of God? That they are not to be violated but with His wrath? Indeed, I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just, that His justice cannot sleep forever.” — Thomas Jefferson, inside the Jefferson memorial
“Sir, my concern is not whether God is on our side. My great concern is to be on God’s side.” — Abraham Lincoln
“He who shall introduce into public affairs the principles of Christianity will change the face of the world.” — Benjamin Franklin
I think that it is clear what our founding fathers based this country’s laws on. God blesses Nations who recognize and honor Him. Never quit praying that our country will turn back to God, and never let the ever changing sands of culture dictate and influence your world view.