Thirty-five-year-old Francis Scott Key wrote The Star-Spangled Banner in 1814. Dear Lord, Thank You for all You’ve given me. Your blessings have been more than enough to keep me from being hungry and cold. And thank You for allowing me to live in a country where I am still free to pray for You and gather in Your name. On this Independence Day, I am reminded of those who sacrificed and gave their lives so I …
Over 200,000,000 pounds of fireworks are purchased each year. Dear Father, God, it’s me, the United States of America. It’s that time of year when we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and I just wanted to send out a quick prayer to You before all the hoopla gets started. First, I want to thank You for loving me and caring so much that You sent Your Son to die for all my …
I thought this poem was appropriate for this 4th of July. God bless you and bless this country. Jesus on the 4th of July Marilyn Ferguson We gather ’round to celebrate On Independence Day Pay homage to our country As the children run and play. With barbecues and picnics And fireworks in the air The flag we own is proudly flown To show how much we care. The stars and stripes spell freedom She waves upon …
