Ax in one hand, Bible in the other — explore how pioneers brought Scripture to the frontier and shaped America’s heartland.
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The Founders’ Faith – Saints, Sinners, and Scripture
Saints, sinners, and statesmen alike — the Founders leaned on Scripture to shape a new nation. Explore their faith, flaws, and founding vision.
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The Great Awakenings – Revival and the Liberty Mindset
From campfires to pulpits, revival preaching fueled America’s passion for liberty. Explore how the Great Awakenings stirred a nation toward freedom.
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Covenant and Calling: The Puritan Vision for America
The Puritans envisioned America as a covenant community under God. Discover how Scripture guided colonial law, liberty, and life in early New England.
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What Is Civic Theology? Reframing Christian Engagement in Public Life
Before America became a nation, its people saw the Bible as the bedrock of liberty. Explore how Scripture grounded America’s founding ideals in this vivid historical journey.
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Civic Theology: How the Bible Shaped America’s Founding and Freedom
Discover how the Bible shaped America’s founding, freedom, and future. This twelve-part series explores Scripture’s role in building the moral foundation of a nation.
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The Real History of Thanksgiving: A Story of Faith, Gratitude, and Wild Turkey (Not the Whiskey)
Forget the myths—Thanksgiving began as an act of worship. This post tells the true story of America’s first Thanksgiving, rich with faith, courage, and a feast of wild turkey.
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Part 3: Early Challenges and Interpretations (1800s)
Religious liberty was tested and interpreted in new ways during the 19th century. Explore these foundational early challenges.