God, Country, and The Constitution

If you ever listen to talk radio, you'll hear many different radio personalities that espouse certain themes or slogans. For example, Rush Limbaugh champions himself as the "Doctor of Democracy." Sean Hannity repeatedly uses the phrase, "Let not your heart be troubled." Bill O'Reilly uses the famous phrase, "What say you?". Michael Savage has a famous slogan entitled, "Borders, Language, and Culture." That's been the theme of the Savage Nation since it began in 1994. Jim Sumpter's slogan is "In All Things America First." I enjoy the two slogans that Michael Savage and Jim Sumpter espouse. It supposedly promotes the purpose of their radio program. Lately, I've created a slogan. I thought of the slogan when I wrote a post entitled, "Voting out the Incumbent Begins at the Primary." I was thinking of a slogan that would be fitting for a candidate who's running for office should espouse. This slogan is what I believe sums up what America is all about. It also sums up the three basic tenets needed for elected officials in Washington. The theme that I'm constructed is, "God, Country, and the Constitution."

What do I mean when I say God, Country, and the Constitution? Everything that's essential when it comes to America can be summed up in those three words. What do they stand for and what's their significance? Let's start with the first word.

1. God. This world was created by God almighty. God is sovereign. America was founded on Judeo Christian principles. This nation was built on the preaching of the Word of God. Our Pilgrim and Puritan forefathers came to America to build a colony in Massachusetts for the purposes of freedom of worship. We've had nationwide revivals in the early years of America's history such as the two Great Awakenings, the revival in Logan County, Kentucky, Cane Ridge Revival, the revival in New York, and the list continues. The abundance we possess in America is due to the goodness of God. Judeo Christian principles are embodied in our laws or at least were at one time. We have the privilege of living in the United States because of the Lord. Any candidate that runs for office must respect the Judeo Christian principles that built our country. The nation's culture in early America was built around the things of God. Our Founding Fathers had a deep respect for Almighty God. This country was built on the God of our forefathers--not Buddha nor Allah.

2. Country. When speaking of country I'm referring to geographical and territorial boundaries of the United States. I'm speaking of the land that extends from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, from North to South, from East to West. Our country is defined by our borders. We have borders that separate us from Canada in the North and Mexico in the South. Our borders are to be respected. We are a sovereign country that has the ability to accomplish anything we have the desire to accomplish. We were once a nation of producers. We need to come back to becoming a nation of producers once again. Our country is not only defined by our borders but by our language, which is English. Any immigrant that decides to move to America should learn the English language--no exceptions. America is known for it's rule of law. It's known for its Judeo Christian heritage which secularists are trying to steal from us. It's known for its churches that preach the Word of God. Our country is also defined by its economy which is capitalism. America is also known for its tourism, it's geography such as its beaches, mountains, lakes, oceans, and the list continues. We're also known as the land of opportunity. We have the privilege to learn a trade and excel at it. We have the privilege to succeed in America if we're willing to labor for it.

3. The Constitution. That famous document that was signed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is still around today despite all those in our government that are working feverishly to destroy it. It's a sacred document that's lasted for nearly 223 years. It was ratified in 1787. It's probably the greatest document next to the King James Bible and the Declaration of Independence. That document contains the preamble, the Bill of Rights, the 27 amendments to the Constitution, the separation of powers, the different branches, it's limits and its role. It's the legal framework upon which America's supposed to operate. Our Founding Fathers were brilliant when they drafted the Constitution. Some notable figures over the years have stated that the Constitution is flawed. It's true that it's not perfect, but it's the greatest document that's ever been written in America. Our Founding Fathers had enough sense to allow for an amendment process to change it whenever necessary. One change that took place was the abolition of slavery by the 13th amendment. I believe the Founding Fathers had the intention for slavery to eventually die, but they felt that was something that would have to be placed on the back burner. Thankfully, after a bloody Civil War, the 13th amendment was passed to abolish slavery. One of the reasons why America has experienced an intrusive government is due to our elected officials ignoring the Constitution. For example, the Congress calls for Congress to create our currency. In 1913 the Federal Reserve was created which is unconstitutional. The Federal Reserve has caused many problems for our country economically. Another point I would like to make is our soldiers are engaged in Iraq and Afghanistan. Congress didn't declare war with neither of those two conflicts. If Congress would declare war, then it would place our country in a state of mind that we're in war and we must all band together as a country to support this effort. Wars or conflicts now have become nothing but a police action or some type of nation building. The last time Congress declared war was in 1941 when America went to war in Europe and Japan.

Those three terms are emblematic in describing America. Our political leaders should embrace these concepts when they vote on bills. This should be the theme for all candidates running for office.