Thankful for the God of Freedom

Last summer, I read John Adams by David McCullough, the biography of our second president and one of the Founding Fathers.

What struck me was how tenuous the whole founding of America was:

• Getting agreement of leaders of the colonies (many of whom were loyalists),


• the harsh circumstances the Fathers endured to hash out agreement (John Adams was separated from his wife months and months at a time while she endured tremendous hardships including loss of a child)


• the gathering together of an army to go against the British


• the incredible circumstances which allowed the Americans to prevail againt a vastly stronger nation


• etc.

The more tenuous the situation seems, the more God’s hand is evident.
For America to exist, there were many “If God doesn’t show up, we’re sunk!” moments.
It seems that’s what God loves to do.
And He uses faithful men and women who are willing to risk it all to accomplish what He wants.
I am thankful for His perfect strength and timing.
And today, July 4^th, I’m very thankful for all the brave men and women who serve on our behalf in uniform.
Thank you, God for freedom in our country.  May You bless those who protect it!