From The Crucible (by Pastor Linda Pugsley)

It is not surprising that some in our country are trying to eradicate the use of the phrase, “In God We Trust”. Today’s American culture is being assailed by those whose God is their own intellect and opinion. They deny the existence of the very God upon which this nation was built.

Our founding fathers believed that God was the only sure foundation upon which to build a nation. George Washington stated it simply, “It is impossible to rightly govern the world without God and the Bible.”

This reliance upon God is deeply rooted in our country’s important documents and institutions. But today, confidence in God and reliance on His Word is no longer the foundation of our society. Violence, sexual perversion and obscene language pervade our entertainment and advertising; schools no longer begin the day with prayer and a Bible reading; politics and business are full of expedience, lies, corruption and greed. Life is devalued; abortion is commonplace and even children respond daily with unbridled anger and rage.

Oh yeah, that’s real progress from the “Progressives”! It is time to return to the values of God’s Word in our public and private lives. If we call out to Him, confess our sins and turn from our wicked ways, He will heal our land…it’s His promise. God is calling you today. We must act together and cry out, "In God We Trust”. Endure the fire…it’s producing pure gold!

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