I have many memories of the 4th of July as do most of you. As a kid: fireworks, swimming, and watermelon. As an adult: fireworks and being with friends. It is a day to remember the blessings of being an American.
As a country, we have not always done the right thing. But as a country, we have also done a lot of good. I believe that the world is a better place because America is here.
How wonderful it is to live in a land where you are able to disagree. We are not the same as each other, and we are not forced to pretend that we are. You may not agree with every politician or every decision, but I proudly declare today that we are very blessed to live here. I would also remind myself and all of us that we have an obligation to give out of our abundance to care for others in the world. God has not blessed us simply for us to consume the blessings.
When we remember the starving people around the world and actually do something to help them, well, that is something to celebrate. Happy 4th. Happy life - for everyone in God's world.
It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.
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