What is the foundation upon which a great nation stands? What will cause our nation to shine and thrive, and what will cause us to falter? American journalist and columnist Georgia Anne Geyer shares the following insights:
I have come to the conclusion that it is impossible to have a moral community or nation without faith in God, because without it everything rapidly comes down to "me" and "me" alone is meaningless. Today Americans have stopped acting in terms of their own moral, ethical and religious beliefs and principles. They've stopped acting on what they knew was right - and the "me" has become the measure of everything. However, moral societies are the only ones that work. If anyone thinks there is not a direct and invaluable relationship between personal integrity in a society and that society's prosperity, that person has simply not studied history. And this should not surprise us. Great moral societies, built upon faith in God, honor, trust, and the law blossom because they are harmonious; because people love or at least respect their fellowman; because, finally, they have a common belief in something beyond themselves. It simplifies life immensely; you do not waste and spend your days fighting for turf, for privilege, for money and power over your fellowman. Alexis de Tocqueville said it best when he realized at the very beginning of our national life, "America is great because America is good. If America ceases to be good, she will cease to be great."
"Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance." ~ Psalm 33:12 KJV
"Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people." ~ Proverbs 14:34 WEB
Grace, Peace and Jahspeed!