▶ Key Takeaways The American Revolution did not suddenly begin in 1776. Its foundational ideas had been developing for more than 150 years. The Mayflower Compact established the revolutionary principle that people could govern themselves through mutual consent—without a monarch imposing his will upon them. America’s most indispensable idea is that individual rights come from our Creator, not from government. …
The Rewriting of America’s History: 14 Forgotten Truths About Faith, Freedom, and the Ideas That Built America
▶ Key Takeaways History can be rewritten not only by changing facts or through censorship, but also by leaving essential facts out. A recent America 250 reading-list study found that more than 300 children’s books from over 25 recommended sources included zero titles addressing faith’s role in America’s founding. Christianity was a major influence in America’s founding. America’s freedom was …
Coincidence or the Sovereignty of God? 7 Incredible Things About the First Thanksgiving You’ve Probably Never Heard [VIDEO]
A harrowing journey across the Atlantic Ocean in a rickety ship that nearly broke apart… Landfall 250 miles north of the intended destination… An abandoned Native American village… complete with dried corn in storage… An English-speaking local Native American… These are just a few of the unlikely and unusual circumstances that occurred nearly 400 years ago… Coincidence… or the providential sovereignty of God? …
Finally… Special note: Must See Play You’ll Love
If you are near or in Washington, D.C., a new, powerful play is being performed at the Ford Theater. The Ford Theater is the place where President Lincoln was assassinated. It’s called “Mister Lincoln.” I saw it this past weekend. It’s a masterpiece. It’s a must-see play. Mister Lincoln is a one-man play for 1 ½ hours. It’s so well …