We commemorate July 4, 1776 as our nations birthday, but few Americans connect the beginning of the American dream with the religious events of 1739.
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This is a meditation website designed to help us ponder over the blessings of being an American.
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We have become wealthy and powerful with being a United States of America, but as George Washington warned in his farewell address, political parties and overzealous loyalties can divide our nation.
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Prayerfully, this non-partisan website will help readers learn from our founding fathers and form personal, citizen tactics to remain a united people. Our politicians have always made promises, but only citizens can define and fulfill the American Dream.
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Use the historical facts and illustrations to think about your friends and neighbors– fellow Americans who may or may not share your religious or political opinions.
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Much like prayer alters our view of circumstances, clicking on the photos and links in this photo essay will open a new tab to help you explore more thoughts about God and the spiritual battles fought in the lives of the first generation Americans as they prayerfully considered the goals set forth for this new nation.
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The links are underlined in blue italic.
The learn more links open the next page on the website.
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. . . Meditate in His Presence day and night . . .
Psalm 1 (paraphrase)
Visit papawsthoughts.com for an index to our online devotional photo essays. (offsite link)
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