Jedediah Smith’s Adventures Jedidiah Strong Smith entered California’s San Bernardino Valley on this day, November 27, 1826, becoming the first American citizen known to have crossed the southwestern part of the American continent. Jedidiah was not your typical mountain man. He was tall, silent and never used tobacco or profanity. Reared a Methodist, he was a … More Today in Church History
Lay-Minister Garfield Elected U.S. President On March 4, 1850, an eighteen year old student committed his life to Jesus Christ. Baptized in the icy waters of the Chagrin River by the Disciples of Christ, he took his faith seriously and immediately began sharing it with others. Because of his warm personality, he found many opportunities to … More Today in Church (and US) History
Again this is another case of where the founders would be ashamed of what this once devout institution has become. – Mike Charter for College of New Jersey When William Tennent landed in Pennsylvania in 1716, after his long voyage from Scotland, he had no great plans for making a lasting impact on his new … More Today in Church History
Did you know that on September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. We encourage all Americans to observe this important day in our nation’s history by attending local events in your area. Celebrate Constitution Day through activities, learning, parades and demonstrations … More U.S. Constitution Day
Separation or segregation was a result of the the curse of Babel (Gen. 11:7-9) Pentecost (Acts 2:5-11) broke down the walls of separation and brought people together through the Holy Spirit. Treating people different showing favoritism (James 2:1:13) racism is a sin against God. Today it seems that all one has to do is disagree … More Today in Church History – EXPANDED
Francis Scott Key’s Anthem As the early light of dawn crept through the darkness, haze, and smoke, three men in a small boat tensely waited. They were torn between a fearful apprehension and hopeful expectancy. Daylight would show what lay ahead for their city and nation. It had been almost twenty-five hours earlier when, finding … More Today In Church (and American) History
The fact that “only 27 percent of those under the age of 45 were able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of American history” is a disgrace to our heritage and to ll those who fought to preserve it. Nothing should be more evident as we remember those lost 18 years ago today on 9/11. – … More America can’t outsource teaching values and keep producing patriots
The Mayflower Sailed, Taking Pilgrims to New England One of the most significant chapters in American history opened on this day, September 6, 1620. After failed attempts to sail from England, leaving behind her sister ship Speedwell, the Mayflower sailed from Plymouth for the New World. Aboard were 101 passengers. By today’s standards the ship was little bigger than a yacht. … More Today in Church History
by: John Stonestreet & David Carlson Words matter. Definitions matter. Christians, of all people, should understand how much words and definitions, especially today, are being used to either affirm or deny reality, even shape our view of reality. George Orwell, of course, understood the power of words. In fact, he so masterfully captured the notion in his … More The (True) Pursuit of Happiness
Today Thursday May 2nd 2019, is the National Day of Prayer. The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law … More National Day of Prayer
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