Church and state debates
The relationship between church and state has been one of the most enduring and often debated themes in American history. From the founding of the nation to present-day legal battles, …
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Prayers during national crises
Throughout the history of the United States, moments of national crisis have been marked not only by political action and public resolve but also by prayer. Whether during war, natural …
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Religious influences on the Constitution
When the Founding Fathers gathered in 1787 to draft the United States Constitution, they were building more than a new government—they were shaping a national identity. Though the Constitution is …
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The role of chaplains in the military
From the earliest days of the American Revolution to modern deployments overseas, military chaplains have served as spiritual lifelines for soldiers facing the harsh realities of war. Their role has …
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Martin Luther King Jr. and the Spiritual Roots of the Civil Rights Movement
The Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s was a pivotal moment in American history—a time when justice, equality, and dignity for African Americans were demanded with courage and …
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Faith and the abolition of slavery
American history has been profoundly shaped by waves of spiritual revival known as the Great Awakenings. These movements, occurring in different eras, were not only religious in nature—they also influenced …
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The Great Awakenings and Revival Movements
American history has been profoundly shaped by waves of spiritual revival known as the Great Awakenings. These movements, occurring in different eras, were not only religious in nature—they also influenced …
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Abraham Lincoln and His Spiritual Reflections During the Civil War
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, is often remembered for his leadership during America’s most devastating conflict—the Civil War. But beneath his steely resolve and profound speeches …
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The Role of Religion in the American Revolution
When most people think of the American Revolution, they imagine muskets, redcoats, and fiery debates about liberty and taxation. But behind the political fervor and military conflict was a powerful …
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Challenges and Controversies Surrounding God in America
The relationship between the United States and God is not without controversy. The First Amendment guarantees both freedom of religion and freedom from government-imposed religion, but tensions arise when religious values intersect …
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