George Washington asserts in his Farewell Address, “Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism who should labor to subvert these great pillars of human happiness, these firmest props of the duties of men and citizens. The mere politician, equally with the pious man, ought to respect and to cherish them. A volume could not trace all their connections with private and public felicity. Let it simply be asked where is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligation desert the oaths, which are the instruments of investigation in courts of justice? And let us with caution indulge the supposition that morality can be maintained without religion. Whatever may be conceded to the influence of refined education on minds of peculiar structure, reason and experience both forbid us to expect that national morality can prevail in exclusion of religious principle. It is substantially true that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule indeed extends with more or less force to every species of free government. Who that is a sincere friend to it can look with indifference upon attempts to shake the foundation of the fabric? Promote then, as an object of primary importance, institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge. In proportion as the structure of a government gives force to public opinion, it is essential that public opinion should be enlightened…” (1)

O Father! What an open door You have given us in this new season. Anoint Your Ekklesia to be faithful in this hour to raise up “institutions for general diffusion of knowledge”. Father, Your Word promises us in Isaiah that “All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.” You have commanded us in Psalm 78, to teach the Mighty Deeds of God to the next generation so that they have faith in You and hope to obey Your commands.

So help us, Almighty God!

(1) George Washington’s Farewell Address

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In this podcast episode #3 we talk about Prayer. We are a mother/daughter duo. Brenda homeschooled 4 kids K-12. Juli currently homeschools three children 9-15 years old. This podcast is recorded while we go on our weekly walk. Our goal is to encourage you as you raise your children. Please let us know if you have topics that you would like us to cover related to Christian faith, parenting, and homeschooling. Thanks for listening!

Listen here –>  Prayer – Episode #3 – As You Walk Podcast

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“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1 NIV

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