As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, let us also pray for healing. There is no America, no Constitutional Republic, no (u)nited States of America, no "democracy" without the guiding hand of God and the sheer brilliance of our Founders getting it "more perfect".
Yes, a divided nation is indeed problematic, but division brings the darkness to the light of truth and truth will prevail.
Consider a couple of quotes from George Washington and John Adams. Contemplate for just a minute, the vision, and the resolve present within their hearts and minds as well as so many others who also endeavored to give birth to this new nation, knowing all along their lives were in danger from those who opposed their undertakings.
"While we are zealously performing the duties of good citizens and soldiers, we certainly ought not to be inattentive to the higher duties of religion. To the distinguished character of Patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian." - George Washington
"Suppose a nation in some distant Region should take the Bible for their only law Book, and every member should regulate his conduct by the precepts there exhibited! Every member would be obliged in conscience, to temperance, frugality, and industry; to justice, kindness, and charity towards his fellow men; and to piety, love, and reverence toward Almighty God ... What a Eutopia, what a Paradise would this region be." - John Adams
Within the context of the Founding of our Constitutional Republic; the Latin phrase Annuit Coeptis (look on the back of your $1 bill) is most commonly interpreted to mean that God has blessed our undertaking - the undertaking to form a more perfect union, the undertaking of men signing a document of grievances certain to bring them a loss of fortune and even their lives. The undertaking we take “today” to ensure future generations can live with “Liberty and Justice for all”…
Godspeed, Merry Christmas, and God Bless you!
Kevin Sabbides - Founder
American Spirit Movement, LLC
American Spirit MARKETPLACE
Timely sentiment. Blessings of Our Newborn Lord to you and yours, and prayers for a better New Year.