WHY DID GOD BLESS AMERICA?
“And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation;”-– Acts 17:26
We sing “God bless America”, and for good reason– we need His blessings. Without His blessings we would struggle, suffer, and eventually perish. It’s easy to think of reasons why we sing and pray ‘God bless America”. But have you ever thought about why God has blessed America? It’s an undeniable fact God has blessed America, but “Why?”.
It was not without reason that God raised up our nation, preserved her and blessed all these years. Looking at the precepts, principles, and promises of God’s Word I believe we can see why He blessed us. God blessed America because we have—
— Shown the greatness of His power and brought Him glory.
As we look at American history and think about all those who helped make America great we give them credit for doing so, but the greater praise belongs to God. It was He who made America great!
— Stood for Christian values.
Because of its Biblical foundation and trust in God the Lord has been pleased to bless us. Our testimony has shown the world that God’s will is right, best, and safest.
— Shared with those in need.
No other nation has shown such love, compassion, and generosity as America. Not only have we taken care of our own, we have responded to the needs of others around the world. That’s no small matter in God’s sight.
— Supported Israel.
More than any other Israel has found a friend in America. And we have been blessed as a result– just like God promised (Gen. 12:3; Jer. 30:6).
— Spread the gospel.
No nation on earth has been so instrumental in spreading the gospel of Christ throughout the earth as has America. Our churches have sent more missionaries into the world than any other, and that was the intent of our forefathers.
Now if we truly desire and expect God to bless America in the future we must get back to what caused Him to bless us in the first place. Think about it! — HDS
David Stone
Lakeway Baptist Church
5801 FM 1960 E
Humble, TX. 77346
