The Great American Delusion: How We've Betrayed the Spirit of 1776
Are You Celebrating Freedom or Submitting to Tyranny This Independence Day?
Warriors, I sometimes feel like my literal head is on fire. Lit with a holy hatred for what our society has become.
The fact is our churches are an extension of our homes. And our society is our own strange fruit.
And, as the fireworks light up the sky and the scent of grilled meat fills the air, we stand at a crossroads.
The 4th of July is upon us, but let me ask you this: Are we truly honoring the revolutionary spirit of our forefathers, or have we become willing slaves to a system they would have abhorred?
Consider these words, inspired by Ron Paul's stark warning:
"While Americans revel in Independence Day festivities, the true essence of this holiday - a celebration of defiance against tyranny - has been corrupted. Instead of honoring the courage of those who risked everything for liberty, we now unwittingly applaud the very governmental overreach our founders fought to overthrow."
Let that sink in. Now, let's break down this unholy transformation and reclaim the true spirit of 1776.
1. The Perversion of Patriotism
What we see:
• Flag-waving fervor
• Mindless chants of "USA! USA!"
• Blind allegiance to government institutions
What we should see:
• Vigilant defense of individual liberties
• Questioning of authority
• A populace educated in constitutional rights
Remember Proverbs 14:15: "The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going."
2. The Worship of Government Power
What we celebrate:
• Military might
• Expanding federal agencies
• Politicians as celebrities
What we should celebrate:
• Personal responsibility
• Limited government
• Citizen empowerment
Recall Isaiah 33:22: "For the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; he will save us."
3. The Erosion of True Independence
What we've accepted:
• Surveillance state
• Nanny-state regulations
• Dependency on government programs
What we need to reclaim:
• Privacy rights
• Economic freedom
• Self-reliance
Galatians 5:1 reminds us: "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage."
4. The Dumbing Down of Revolutionary Spirit
What we're taught:
• Sanitized history
• Passive citizenship
• Conformity is patriotism
What we need to rekindle:
• Raw, unfiltered historical truth
• Active civic engagement
• Principled dissent as the highest form of patriotism
As Thomas Jefferson said, "The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants."
5. The Mainstream Media Manipulation
What they feed us:
• Bread and circuses
• Divisive partisan narratives
• Fear-mongering for ratings
What we must seek:
• Independent journalism
• Critical thinking skills
• Unity against corruption
Proverbs 18:13 warns: "He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him."
6. The Corruption of Political Discourse
What we've devolved into:
• Team sport mentality
• Ad hominem attacks
• Soundbite politics
What we need to return to:
• Principle-based debates
• Respect for differing viewpoints
• In-depth policy discussions
James 1:19 instructs us: "Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath."
7. The False Idols of Modern America
What we worship:
• Celebrity culture
• Consumerism
• Technological distractions
What we should revere:
• Virtue and character
• Frugality and self-sufficiency
• Deep human connections
Exodus 20:3 commands: "Thou shalt have no other gods before me."
Brothers, it's time to wake up and reclaim the revolutionary spirit that birthed this nation. This Independence Day, I challenge you to:
1. Read the Declaration of Independence aloud to your family.
2. Discuss the Bill of Rights and how it applies today.
3. Question every government action that infringes on your God-given liberties.
4. Teach your children about the price of freedom and the danger of complacency.
5. Engage in civil disobedience against unjust laws.
Remember the words of Samuel Adams: "It does not take a majority to prevail... but rather an irate, tireless minority, keen on setting brushfires of freedom in the minds of men."
We stand at a precipice. Will we continue down the path of comfortable servitude, or will we rekindle the flames of liberty that our forefathers ignited?
The choice is yours. But know this: God and the spirits of our Founding Fathers are watching.
As you celebrate this 4th of July, ask yourself: Am I honoring the true spirit of 1776, or am I just another sheep in the government's flock?
The time for lukewarm patriotism is over. It's time to stand up, speak out, and fight for the liberty we claim to cherish.
Are you with me, brothers? The next American Revolution starts with you.
For God, for Liberty, for the America that should be.
John Adams, Second U.S. President of the year 1789, “Our constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.”
All that said; forget about independence of which this world proclaims loudly! We should be in a humble and prayerful manner declare our dependence on the graces given to us each day and by fruits of the Holy Spirit that can assist us to repentance and salvation.