The father of modern liberalism is, for most, FDR and it may surprise some that he had very strong convictions in faith. A prayer he gave during a radio address after the allies took Normandy was very important and I think can still be applied to modern times.
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Almighty God, our sons, pride of our nation, this day have set upon a mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our republic, our religion and our civilizations and to set free a suffering humanity.
Many people have urged that I call the nation into a single day of special prayer. But because the road is long and the desire is great, I ask that our people devote themselves in a continuance of prayer. As we rise to each new day, and again when each day is spent, let words of prayer be on our lips, invoking Thy help to our efforts.
And, O Lord, give us faith. Give us faith in Thee; faith in our sons; faith in each other; faith in our united crusade. Let not the keenness of our spirit ever be dulled. Let not the impacts of temporary events, of temporal matters of but a fleeting moment, let not these deter us in our unconquerable purpose. Thy will be done, Almighty God. Amen
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This was a beautiful prayer and everyone should remember that prayer every day is essential in keeping our faith alive in our Lord, country, brethren and our selves. Let us know forget that religion and faith are two separate entities and should never, ever be confused as one in the same. Organized religion is NOT the same as faith. Faith in Our Lord will guide us as individuals and as a country.
We should also not forget the history of our forefathers and faith and it should NOT be ignored by the secular left and SHOULD be taught in history because it IS history. During the Constitutional Convention of 1787, Benjamin Franklin (yes, Franklin) proposed that each day of the convention begin with a prayer. George Washington was the one who added "So help me God" when being sworn into office as President.
Anyone who thinks that faith has no place in government, I would high suggest reading the book "Rediscovering God in America" by Newt Gingrich. One may be surprised to find out how large a role faith played in the founding of our country and how many landmarks, buildings and memorials in Washington, D.C. have references to Our Lord.
