Tracing the National Day of Prayer: America's Spiritual Heritage

The WallBuilders Show

Tim Barton, David Barton & Rick Green

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🗓️ 2 May 2024

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Discover the deep roots of America's spiritual heritage and its influence on our nation's governance as we guide you through the profound tradition of prayer in U.S. history. We'll reveal the striking number of prayer proclamations—a testament to the intertwining of faith and public life—and tackle the constitutional and biblical discussions surrounding public officials' participation in these sacred events. As we respond to modern critiques, we promise to shed light on the nuanced role of prayer in America's past and present.

Journey with us back to the inception of the National Day of Prayer by President Harry Truman and trace its evolution alongside the changing definitions of "liberal" and "progressive" politics. In a candid discussion, we'll examine the biblical bedrock upon which the founding fathers constructed the nation, supported by compelling historical evidence. Embrace the stories of monumental prayer proclamations, like Abraham Lincoln's during the Civil War, and understand how such calls for spiritual renewal have decisively influenced the course of our country. This episode is not just a history lesson; it's an exploration of the enduring power of prayer and its impact on the fabric of American society.

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0:00.0	This is the intersection of faith and culture. It's wall builders where we take on the hot topics of the day from a biblical, historical, and constitutional perspective.
0:14.3	Rick Green here with David and Tim Barton and its Foundations of Freedom Thursday.
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0:27.4	Premier historian and our founder here at wall builders. Tim Barton
0:30.0	national speaker, pastor, and President of Wall Bowlers.
0:33.0	And I'm Ray Green America's Constitution Coach,
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