“Behold, this is a choice land, and whatsoever nation shall possess it shall be free from bondage, and from captivity, and from all other nations under heaven, if they will but serve the God of the land, who is Jesus Christ, who hath been manifested by the things which we have written.” Ether 2:12
The land we inhabit, the land of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, is a testament to our unique religious and patriotic identity. The United States of America, with its singular purpose ordained by God, stands as a divine creation. As Mark E. Petersen eloquently stated: “There is a United States only because God planned to restore the gospel in the last days and he had to have a free country in which to do it, with freedom of worship, freedom of the press, freedom of speech, and freedom of assembly.”
Joseph F. Smith has acknowledged that: “This great American nation the Almighty raised up by the power of his omnipotent hand, that it might be possible in the latter days for the kingdom of God to be established in the earth…. His hand has been over this nation, and it is his purpose and design to enlarge it—make it glorious above all others, and to give it dominion, and power over the earth, to the end that those who are kept in bondage and serfdom may be brought to the enjoyment of the fullest freedom and liberty of conscience possible for intelligent men to exercise in the earth.”
In 1973, the First Presidency issued a call to action, urging “members of the Church and all Americans to begin now to reflect more intently on the meaning and importance of the Constitution, and of adherence to its principles…. In these challenging days, when there are so many influences which would divert us, there is a need to re-dedicate ourselves to the lofty principles and practices of our Founding Fathers.” This is not just a suggestion but a solemn responsibility we all share, a responsibility that empowers us to shape the future of our nation.
Maintaining this country’s freedom is an ongoing responsibility. Liberty and democracy are worthy of our continued and constant support. Freedom has always been part of the American dream, and freedom has been promised on the condition that the people in this land serve the God of this land. The Book of Mormon reminds us that “this land is consecrated unto him whom he shall bring. And if it so be that they shall serve him according to the commandments which he hath given, it shall be a land of liberty unto them; wherefore, they shall never be brought down into captivity; if so, it shall be because of iniquity; for if iniquity shall abound, cursed shall be the land for their sakes, but unto the righteous it shall be blessed forever.”
The land we inhabit, the land of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, is a testament to our unique religious and patriotic identity. The United States of America, with its singular purpose ordained by God, stands as a divine creation. As Mark E. Petersen eloquently stated: “There is a United States only because God planned to restore the gospel in the last days and he had to have a free country in which to do it, with freedom of worship, freedom of the press, freedom of speech, and freedom of assembly.”
Joseph F. Smith has acknowledged that: “This great American nation the Almighty raised up by the power of his omnipotent hand, that it might be possible in the latter days for the kingdom of God to be established in the earth…. His hand has been over this nation, and it is his purpose and design to enlarge it—make it glorious above all others, and to give it dominion, and power over the earth, to the end that those who are kept in bondage and serfdom may be brought to the enjoyment of the fullest freedom and liberty of conscience possible for intelligent men to exercise in the earth.”
In 1973, the First Presidency issued a call to action, urging “members of the Church and all Americans to begin now to reflect more intently on the meaning and importance of the Constitution, and of adherence to its principles…. In these challenging days, when there are so many influences which would divert us, there is a need to re-dedicate ourselves to the lofty principles and practices of our Founding Fathers.” This is not just a suggestion but a solemn responsibility we all share, a responsibility that empowers us to shape the future of our nation.
Maintaining this country’s freedom is an ongoing responsibility. Liberty and democracy are worthy of our continued and constant support. Freedom has always been part of the American dream, and freedom has been promised on the condition that the people in this land serve the God of this land. The Book of Mormon reminds us that “this land is consecrated unto him whom he shall bring. And if it so be that they shall serve him according to the commandments which he hath given, it shall be a land of liberty unto them; wherefore, they shall never be brought down into captivity; if so, it shall be because of iniquity; for if iniquity shall abound, cursed shall be the land for their sakes, but unto the righteous it shall be blessed forever.”
President J. Reuben Clark, a prominent leader of the Church in the mid-20th century, has stated: “The Constitution of the United States is a great and treasured part of my religion…. The overturning, or the material changing, or the distortion of any fundamental principle of our constitutional government would thus do violence to my religion…. My faith teaches me that the Constitution is an inspired document drawn by the hands of men whom God raised up for that very purpose; that God has given His approval of the government set up under the Constitution ‘for the rights and protection of all flesh, according to just and holy principles’: that the constitutional ‘principle of freedom in maintaining rights and privileges, belongs to all mankind, and is justifiable before’ the Lord. …. So far as my knowledge goes, this is the only government now on the earth to which God has given such an approval. It is His plan for the government of free men.” This divine approval should fill us with pride and a deep commitment to uphold the Constitution.
President John Taylor said: “It has been asked whether this kingdom will fail. I tell you in the name of Israel’s God it will not fail. I tell you in the name of Israel’s God it will roll forth and that the things spoken of by the holy prophets in relation to it will receive their fulfillment.”
Our nation has a prophetic history established on a spiritual foundation. It is the Lord’s center of operations in the last days. Our responsibility is to strengthen and safeguard the freedoms that will allow the gospel to move toward its ordained purpose.
President Harold B. Lee has proclaimed: “The Constitution will stand even if it must be saved by the elders of this Church. This nation, founded on the principles laid down by men whom God raised up, will never fail. I have faith in America, and you and I must have faith in America if we understand the teachings of the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.”
The Constitution of the United States of America, which is ordained of God and was brought about through men whom God raised for that purpose, is not just a legal document but a sacred covenant that we, as citizens and members of the Church, should re-dedicate ourselves to. Upholding its principles and practices is a civic duty and a religious obligation that will safeguard our priceless freedom. Our liberties as a church and nation depend on obeying the God of this land.
Brigham Young said: “When the day comes in which the Kingdom of God will bear rule, the flag of the United States will proudly flutter unsullied on the flag staff of liberty and equal rights, without a spot to sully its fair surface; the glorious flag our fathers have bequeathed to us will then be unfurled to the breeze by those who have power to hoist it aloft and defend its sanctity.”
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President John Taylor said: “It has been asked whether this kingdom will fail. I tell you in the name of Israel’s God it will not fail. I tell you in the name of Israel’s God it will roll forth and that the things spoken of by the holy prophets in relation to it will receive their fulfillment.”
Our nation has a prophetic history established on a spiritual foundation. It is the Lord’s center of operations in the last days. Our responsibility is to strengthen and safeguard the freedoms that will allow the gospel to move toward its ordained purpose.
President Harold B. Lee has proclaimed: “The Constitution will stand even if it must be saved by the elders of this Church. This nation, founded on the principles laid down by men whom God raised up, will never fail. I have faith in America, and you and I must have faith in America if we understand the teachings of the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.”
The Constitution of the United States of America, which is ordained of God and was brought about through men whom God raised for that purpose, is not just a legal document but a sacred covenant that we, as citizens and members of the Church, should re-dedicate ourselves to. Upholding its principles and practices is a civic duty and a religious obligation that will safeguard our priceless freedom. Our liberties as a church and nation depend on obeying the God of this land.
Brigham Young said: “When the day comes in which the Kingdom of God will bear rule, the flag of the United States will proudly flutter unsullied on the flag staff of liberty and equal rights, without a spot to sully its fair surface; the glorious flag our fathers have bequeathed to us will then be unfurled to the breeze by those who have power to hoist it aloft and defend its sanctity.”
Read more of God's promises to His children here: https://books2read.com/u/mYzjDW
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