In honor of July 4th (although a day late!)

I sent this newsletter to all our subscribers:

Freedom!

It's a word that brings a swelling of patriotism and pride in our country. It's reminds us how blessed we are to live in a land where families can still live and believe in the principles that our founders penned for us more than two centuries ago.

The battle of Bunker Hill in 1775 was one of the earliest that the American colonists fought in their quest for independence. Even though they lost that struggle, the colonists proved their determination to gain their freedom.

As you celebrate the holiday this upcoming weekend, why don't you take a few moments to remember another battle that was fought and won on another hill more than 2,000 years ago? This battle was not fought for land or country but for freedom from sin. As Jesus died on the cross on Calvary's Hill, He sealed the victory over death, hell and the grave. Because of this sacrifice, we can celebrate what it truly means to be free!

God bless you and your family...and God bless America!