“The Spirit of the Lord and Freedom!” 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

The Supreme Court Building

“…thus building a wall of separation between state and church.” Thomas Jefferson

“Finally, let us not forget the religious character of our origin… Let us cherish these sentiments…” Daniel Webster

to renew our urgency to get back to our Godly heritage Purpose: to renew our urgency to get back to our Godly heritage

I The Christian Roots in Our HISTORY A. Our Oppressed Ancestors B. Our Independent Ancestors

“There is no room for hope. If we wish to be free, we must fight “There is no room for hope. If we wish to be free, we must fight! An appeal to arms and to the God of Hosts is all that is left to us!...” Patrick Henry

II The Christian Roots in Our LEADERS A. George Washington

“It’s impossible to govern the world without God “It’s impossible to govern the world without God! He must be worse than an infidel that lacks faith; and more than wicked, that has not gratitude enough to acknowledge his obligations to his God.” George Washington

II The Christian Roots in Our LEADERS A. George Washington B. John Adams

“Our constitution was made only for a moral and religious people “Our constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.” John Adams

II The Christian Roots in Our LEADERS A. George Washington B. John Adams C. Patrick Henry

“It cannot be emphasized too strongly or too often that this great nation was formed not by religionists but by Christians, not on religion but on the Gospel of Jesus Christ.” Patrick Henry

II The Christian Roots in Our LEADERS A. George Washington B. John Adams C. Patrick Henry D. Benjamin Franklin

“We have been assured, Sir, in the Sacred Writings that except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that bind it. I firmly believe this.” Benjamin Franklin

II The Christian Roots in Our LEADERS A. George Washington B. John Adams C. Patrick Henry D. Benjamin Franklin E. John Jay

First Chief Justice of the Supreme Court: “It is the duty of every citizen to elect Christian leaders.” John Jay

III The Christian Roots in Our LAWS A. Before the Revolution B. After the Revolution C. The Supreme Court Spoke

“Our laws and our institutions must necessarily be based upon and embody the teachings of the Redeemer of mankind…”

Conclusion and Summary Every President from George Washington to present has placed their hand on a Bible asking for God’s strength and wisdom upon taking oath of office. Both Houses of Congress open each daily session with prayer…

Dear God: Why didn’t you stop what happened at Columbine High School? Signed, “A Student”

Dear Student: I am not allowed in school. Signed, “God”