Independence Day
Today we celebrate with picnics and cookouts, family get-togethers, red, white, and blue decorations, and grand firework displays. We sing the National Anthem, pledge our allegiance to the flag, and show our patriotism.
But... why?
We celebrate for a deeper reason than "it's the fourth of July". We wear and decorate with red, white, and blue for more reason than the pretty color combination. Or, at least we should.
July 4th, 1776, those in the United States declared their independence from the rules and reign of England. But they did more than just declare independence: they fought for it, bled for it, died for it.
Since then courageous, self-sacrificing men and women have defended, fought for, and protected the freedoms that our nation holds so dear: freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of religion~ just to name a few.
Sadly, though, while many celebrate today with fun activities, they declare "peace not war". This disregards, disrespects, and ungratefully dismisses the sacrifices made and lives given by those who defend our nation so that we may remain free. Those who argue and protest war are those who most enjoy the freedoms those fighting in the war are protecting.
The point of this post? To remind us that while we safely enjoy the fourth festivities, we remember, thank, and honor those who protect our nation and our freedoms. May we glorify God with our actions and praise Him Who has blessed our nation.
"Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance." ~ Psalm 33:12
"Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance." ~ Psalm 33:12
Happy Independence Day~ may we be grateful for our nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all!
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