“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.–That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, –That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security.”
On July 4th,1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by Congress. Today People in the U.S. are celebrating the Fourth of July, a day to celebrate Independence and Freedom for all people. What an amazing event in the history of the world. And how much has taken place since that day. According to the US Census there were approximately 2.5 million people living in the nation at that time. On this July 4th, 2019, the US Census estimates that there will be approximately 329 million people living in the U.S.A. WOW! The growth over the years has been exponential!
Many of us studied the Declaration of Independence back in high school, I went to the American High school of El Salvador and remember vividly my eleventh -grade teacher doing a few role plays with the students to understand better what was taking place in History back in the day but how many of us have read the powerful words it states recently? I know that I hadn’t so I decided to read them this last week so I could remember and appreciate the words that were written and the sacrifices so many people made to get this declaration into place. I was so touched and inspired at the words included in the document and wanted to share those that touched me the most.
It goes on to say a most powerful quote that we should all have it memorized.
“A Prince whose character is thus marked by every act which may define a Tyrant, is unfit to be the ruler of a free people.”
WOW! What a powerful statement that is. And so true. Great rulers lead their people, they don’t dictate and demand, they inspire and serve. They are humble and kind and they love the people they lead.
The document ends with these words:
“And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.”
Those men who wrote those words lived by them, as have generations of both men and women since then. Many people have pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor in order to protect this great land. I love that it says: “with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence”. It was their belief and trust in God that gave them the confidence to do the right thing. I can only imagine how scary making this declaration must have been for them and their families. Yet they trusted in the Lord and did the right thing, fully prepared to face whatever circumstances would result. They took courage in choosing the right and trusting in God. Amazing! What a great example they set for all of us to follow.
I wish all of you a wonderful Independence Day, wherever in the world you may be. May you enjoy the day and appreciate the cause of freedom. Too bad we are away and can’t celebrate with you but I salute all of those men and women who sacrifice so that others may be protected and have freedom in their lives I say: “Thank you and God bless you!” In addition, I say, “God bless our founding fathers for the sacrifices they made. God bless the military for the service they provide. And God Bless The U.S.A!”
Con amor,
Vero
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