On July 4, in a thousand hamlets, loyal Americans will march in parades as millions of their fellow citizens watch with pride. The passing of the Stars and Stripes will cause many backbones to stiffen and bring smart salutes from the military as well as the placing of hand over heart by those who pledge again their allegiance to "one nation under God."

But many of our people will offer no salutes, feel no sense of pride, and pledge no allegiance to the flag.

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The American Revolution

American Revolution Timeline
Christianity and the American Revolution.

Jesus vs. the Watchmaker
Which ideas energized the American Revolution: those of evangelical Christianity or enlightened deism?

Was the Revolutionary War Justified?
Americans fought a war to gain the kind of freedom that Canada, New Zealand, and Australia were simply given.

Cracks in the Liberty Bell
From the French Revolution of 1789 to Tiananmen Square in 1989, the American Revolution has inspired countless rebellions, uprisings, revolts, and demonstrations.

Preaching the Insurrection
Angry colonists were rallied to declare independence and take up arms because of what they heard from the pulpit.

Important Americans

Christians in the Cause
Five devout champions of liberty and revolution.

Disciples of Reason
What did the founding fathers really believe?

Francis Asbury
Methodist on Horseback.

John Wesley
Methodical Pietist.

E-cards Celebrate our country's birthday by sending someone an uplifting e-card!

One Nation Under God

'One Nation Under God, Indivisible'
Read our full coverage of the Pledge Supreme Court case, as well as some other related church/state issues.

Should We Fight for "Under God"?
The right approach to these two little words may not be obvious.

Do Americans Want a Religious Government, or Just a Spiritual One?
The link between the Pledge decision and Time's cover package on religion and the presidential campaign.

A Crack in the Wall
Two recent books help explain Thomas Jefferson's intent for "separation of church and state."

Resources for July 4

Patriotism and God
Patriotism, like all other kinds of loyalties, can draw us closer or farther away from God. So what does it mean to be patriotic and Christian? Use this ChristianBibleStudies.com guide to see what patriotism, the love of country, can teach us about God's love.

Download Sermons from PreachingToday.com
Find today's best sermons in honor of the Fourth of July.

Christian History Archives
Journey back to experience lives of faithful forebears, eras of struggle and triumph, and intriguing issues that challenged the church but couldn't defeat it!

Kid's History Corner
Learn more about the history of our great country here.

Watch Videos from Media.PreachingToday.com Our Nation's Inspiration Using quotes from our Founding Fathers, this video leaves no debate that our country was founded on Christian principles, and even on Christ Himself. America Looking for an epic patriotic video to celebrate, remember, or pray for the United States of America - look no further. I Am the Flag This 4th of July tribute is a powerful way to set the tone for your Independence Day Weekend Services.

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