Also, the Somali Civil War remains ongoing, 2007-2021.Ī little known conflict was the quite recent “Operation Observant Compass” in Uganda, 2011-2017. Today “continuing” wars number about nine just this century alone, such as the Libyan “War on Terror” in 2015-2020, the Syrian Conflict (2014-present), and the Iraq War (same dates). However, counting major conflicts only, the tally is about a dozen.
The longest on record was the Apache Wars, 1849-1924. And the National Anthem epitomizes the American struggle which continues to this very day.Ĭounting dozens of Indian Wars, America has been at war nearly 100 times. From its founding during the Revolutionary War, America, led by George Washington, designed and brought forth our great flag. Those words were penned in the heat of battle when all looked lost late one night, yet Francis Scott Key awoke to see our flag still standing despite enemy shelling! It is because of the brave, that Americans have always been free.Ĭertainly our great American flag has been closely associated with America’s wars. O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave.”
“O say does that Star Spangled Banner yet wave Let's take a moment to reflect on some of the beauty and history of this unique place, and may we give thanks to God for his kindness, and may we make His kindness toward us in Christ know to all who we come across in this nation, for the joy of the nations, and for the glory of God.
As believers we happen to have so much to be thankful for in regards to living in "America", as believers.
So, where does being "American" fit in with all of this, especially on such a beloved holiday in America as "Independence Day". We do not belong to ourselves, but belong with body and soul, both in life and in death, to faithful Saviour Jesus Christ (Heidelberg Catechism, Question 1). There is a great comfort in knowing that we belong to and are identified first with Christ – not self Christ – not success Christ – not the acceptance or approval of man Christ – not achievement Christ – not health Christ – not nationality, or political affiliation. And this certainty brings about joy in this life. There is a great comfort in knowing who you are in Christ.
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