I found their statement about God and government interesting for several reasons. The first is that history would tell us that, while many god-oriented governments have been repressive, atheism and government is at least as dangerous a mix (FFRF is a member of Atheist Alliance International). Stalin and Lenin would have agreed with FFRF and atheism, but I dont think that we would want to live under their rule.
Secondly, the founders of our country would disagree with FFRF. George Washington said, It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor. John Adams said, We have no government armed with power capable of contending with human passions unbridled by morality and religion
Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other. The founders of our country knew that God was essential to good government.
Thirdly, although the atheist will not acknowledge it, God and government inextricably are tied together because God is the supreme governor over all human affairs. God tells us that there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God (Romans 13:1).
A nation may choose to ignore God, but that wont make Him go away. Thus, it is both wise and beneficial to have a National Day of Prayer. However, it is also necessary that the nation celebrating that day is truly desirous of the Lords guidance and favor. Our currency states In God We Trust, but those are mere words if we really wont listen to God. Likewise, a National Day of Prayer is nice, but it is only religious window dressing if we really want to do our own thing, instead of following God. God cannot just be a by-word. He must be at the heart of a nation if He is to be of any blessing and benefit.
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