America at 250

America at 250: Returning to Our Foundation ● Pic Patriotic Christian theme with the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Psalm 33:12 "Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD..." ● Image: George Washington kneeling in prayer at Valley Forge. ● Proverbs 14:34 I. The Blessings of God's Favor Proverbs 14:34 underline "Righteousness exalteth a nation..." 2 Chronicles 7:14 II. The Burden of Our Failure Proverbs 14:34 "...but sin is a reproach to any people." III. The Battle for Our Future ● Image: Lincoln Memorial (or Gettysburg scene). ● Highlight the phrase: "Under God" ● Image: Patriotic American flag and cross (or similar Christian patriotic scene). ● Challenge: ○ Rededicate our hearts ○ Rededicate our homes ○ Rededicate our nation to God