Surge of Faith
The nine eleven tragedy
Brought us together,as a nation of faith
Feeling the need to be steady
We found God in a remarkable way
Lost Moral Footing
But by nature we are foolishly vain
And we have lost our moral footing
Doing that which causes one pain
As it is God's commandments we are forgetting
The Key
The key to our happiness
Is found in excellent behavior
As that is when we are blessed
Following the path of the Savior
President Monson, Other Religious Leaders Share Thoughts on 9/11 Anniversary
http://newsroom.lds.org/article/president-monson-on-faith-9-11-forum
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Showing posts with label america. Show all posts
Sunday, September 11, 2011
A 911 Survivor
911 began as a beautiful day
The sky was blue, perfectly so
With a job for 3 months, I was on my way!
When the plane hit I was among the first to know
I was on the 85th floor working about
The building swayed and then it snapped back
There was nothing but smoke, the elevator was blown out
I was to learn later we had been attacked
We found some stairs, it was a long way down
There was an explosion when I got outside
I just kept moving, following the crowd
When a cloud engulfed, I found shelter inside
The building was gone! My floor was nowhere!
At first I felt blessed... a survivor
Then depressed...when sleep came- I longed to stay there
Desperately I needed my Savior
Some say after 911 that there is no God
But that’s when I found Him... no doubt
My life changed, I sought to be with my family a lot
Through Him, from despair, I was shown the way out
I found a new life reading the scriptures
Where I would bury myself evermore
Christ the healer could make me whole, I was made sure
Awaked to the purpose- of what life is for
The Savior suffered children to come unto Him
And I wanted to bring mine to Him also
We now read together feeling hearts soften
As a family of believers we serve Him and know...
God is there to those who have faith to search
Blessing us... unto gratitude
For my wife, kids, Bishop, and members of the church
I thank you! I was in pain and you understood
From long commutes... from a lifestyle that smothers
To life that’s worth living... and the time to bless others
Read more about V. Guzman
Whom I don't know but am grateful for!
http://mormon.org/me/1GW3-eng/VGuzman/
The sky was blue, perfectly so
With a job for 3 months, I was on my way!
When the plane hit I was among the first to know
I was on the 85th floor working about
The building swayed and then it snapped back
There was nothing but smoke, the elevator was blown out
I was to learn later we had been attacked
We found some stairs, it was a long way down
There was an explosion when I got outside
I just kept moving, following the crowd
When a cloud engulfed, I found shelter inside
The building was gone! My floor was nowhere!
At first I felt blessed... a survivor
Then depressed...when sleep came- I longed to stay there
Desperately I needed my Savior
Some say after 911 that there is no God
But that’s when I found Him... no doubt
My life changed, I sought to be with my family a lot
Through Him, from despair, I was shown the way out
I found a new life reading the scriptures
Where I would bury myself evermore
Christ the healer could make me whole, I was made sure
Awaked to the purpose- of what life is for
The Savior suffered children to come unto Him
And I wanted to bring mine to Him also
We now read together feeling hearts soften
As a family of believers we serve Him and know...
God is there to those who have faith to search
Blessing us... unto gratitude
For my wife, kids, Bishop, and members of the church
I thank you! I was in pain and you understood
From long commutes... from a lifestyle that smothers
To life that’s worth living... and the time to bless others
Read more about V. Guzman
Whom I don't know but am grateful for!
http://mormon.org/me/1GW3-eng/VGuzman/
Let the Past Teach
To let the past not teach
Would be terribly wrong
God is within reach
And America can be strong
Would be terribly wrong
God is within reach
And America can be strong
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Give Me Liberty
Give me liberty or give me death
I will say to my dying breath
Given to pursue what lies within
I must also stay clear from sin
Life is dear and peace is sweet
My conscience is there, warm to meet
Thus in the face of slavery
Having faith gives me bravery
And with this courage to act and do
I'll know strength till my days are through
Following light come from above
For a life that’s filled with God and love
Thoughts from the famous saying of Patrick Henry: “Is life so dear or peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!”
Saturday, July 16, 2011
We the Family
We the family
Under God above
Represent happily
This nation that we love
We raise up children who-
Have been morally taught
Who- work, serve, and do
And say thank you- a lot
Under God above
Represent happily
This nation that we love
We raise up children who-
Have been morally taught
Who- work, serve, and do
And say thank you- a lot
Monday, February 21, 2011
Self Government
Self government is a principle
We are all more in need of
As we strive to be "we the people"
May our rights then prove enough
Our constitution and liberty
Are founded upon being good
With faith, hope, and charity
Creating bonds of brotherhood
Having freedoms in place
There is room to prosper
Through the hard work we embrace
And the self reliance we foster
We are all more in need of
As we strive to be "we the people"
May our rights then prove enough
Our constitution and liberty
Are founded upon being good
With faith, hope, and charity
Creating bonds of brotherhood
Having freedoms in place
There is room to prosper
Through the hard work we embrace
And the self reliance we foster
Prior to His Second Coming
Prior to His second coming
Our Lord has restored His word
Preparing us for what's forthcoming
As through the Spirit it is heard
Through a line of Apostles and Prophets
We've new revelation and scripture
Which have been recorded for our profit
To help us prepare well and endure
Upon this continent, centuries ago
There lived a people chosen of God
Who preserved their record- that we might know
God's word is for holding as a rod
Their record, made on plates of metal
Was buried in a hill nearby
Starting from the days of babel
They were last sealed up by Moroni
His final message was meant for us
As he'd seen a vision of our day
And as he knew our greatest weakness
He warns us of what will come our way
Like his people newly destroyed
We must beware of what might snare
As pride is what we should avoid
For the natural man is found there
He testifies of the appearance
Of Jesus Christ to this land
A second witness for adherence
Of God's laws, He helps us understand
They had seen the star of Bethlehem
And felt the earth groan at His death
He truly then came and spoke to them
And taught God's laws and precepts
The book contains a special promise
That if we pray, we might know
The sacredness of its witness
That to the seeker it does show
Through this nation destined to be free
The priesthood was restored
That with the spred of liberty
We have temples unto our Lord
Let us ever be watchful
Of conspiracies today
Without freedom all would be awful
Let us self educate and pray
The path of losing the peace we know
Involves an insidious plan
Of getting power and gain to overthrow
The freedoms of each land
First, we must awake to our judges
Who can usurp power and destroy
Our rights, freedoms, and even justice
While limiting the pursuits we enjoy
Let us not be apologetic
Of our faith, hopes, and dreams
Being righteous and not apathetic
Let us insist on sovereignty
Let us each lean more to God
For the answer to our needs
While holding to the iron rod
And enjoying where that leads
Let us look to that perfect day
When our Lord will return again
And be to all the Word and Way
With evil coming to an end
Our Lord has restored His word
Preparing us for what's forthcoming
As through the Spirit it is heard
Through a line of Apostles and Prophets
We've new revelation and scripture
Which have been recorded for our profit
To help us prepare well and endure
Upon this continent, centuries ago
There lived a people chosen of God
Who preserved their record- that we might know
God's word is for holding as a rod
Their record, made on plates of metal
Was buried in a hill nearby
Starting from the days of babel
They were last sealed up by Moroni
His final message was meant for us
As he'd seen a vision of our day
And as he knew our greatest weakness
He warns us of what will come our way
Like his people newly destroyed
We must beware of what might snare
As pride is what we should avoid
For the natural man is found there
He testifies of the appearance
Of Jesus Christ to this land
A second witness for adherence
Of God's laws, He helps us understand
They had seen the star of Bethlehem
And felt the earth groan at His death
He truly then came and spoke to them
And taught God's laws and precepts
The book contains a special promise
That if we pray, we might know
The sacredness of its witness
That to the seeker it does show
Through this nation destined to be free
The priesthood was restored
That with the spred of liberty
We have temples unto our Lord
Let us ever be watchful
Of conspiracies today
Without freedom all would be awful
Let us self educate and pray
The path of losing the peace we know
Involves an insidious plan
Of getting power and gain to overthrow
The freedoms of each land
First, we must awake to our judges
Who can usurp power and destroy
Our rights, freedoms, and even justice
While limiting the pursuits we enjoy
Let us not be apologetic
Of our faith, hopes, and dreams
Being righteous and not apathetic
Let us insist on sovereignty
Let us each lean more to God
For the answer to our needs
While holding to the iron rod
And enjoying where that leads
Let us look to that perfect day
When our Lord will return again
And be to all the Word and Way
With evil coming to an end
It is Flat Out Unlawful and Wrong
It is flat out unlawful and wrong
To say that churches do not belong
In the court room or the public square
As it is a freedom they also share
When it comes to families and moral values
Who better to help us strengthen statues
To help unite us as one under God
Preserved as a nation with freedoms for all
Let us stand firm to the standard old tradition
Of marriage as it's been made legal by definition
Let the word remain as it has for thousands of years
And let this message open up those with opposing ears
If those that are not one woman, one man
Would like a union- let it be just that
Call it another name-the choice to be theirs
Let us move on to bigger and humbling cares
Let us consider the sanctity of life
And the responsiblity of husband and wife
Let us strengthen these homes for the children they bare
And offer our prayers, support, and kind care
Too, let us find those who would seek an abortion
And offer them hope, or at least a small portion
Let us open their eyes unto the best option
The beauty of life, family, and adoption
Let us match up the unborn ever voiceless
With couples who are mourning they are childless
Let us think long of the generations to come
And what our nation, united, can then become
"This isn't about denying anyone rights. It's about changing the definition of a word that carries significant doctrinal and historical significance for many people of faith. I'm all for allowing ALL people regardless of the sexual orientation the same rights as a married couple when it comes to taxation, visiting rights, inheritance law, etc. However, I stand firm on my position that the word Marriage remain the same as it has for thousands of years.
Posted by: bjsworld | February 10, 2011 7:44 PM "
"Churches of all denominations have every right to speak out on issues that are central to their beliefs without jeopardizing their tax status. That has always been true whether the issue was slavery, civil rights, gambling, temperence, war and peace or any number of other "political" issues that touch upon a communities deeply held beliefs.
Furthermore, unlike other tax-exempt organizations the tax exempt status of churches in not only derived from the internal revenue code. It is inherent in the constitutional protection of religious belief. As the Supreme Court has stated in another context, "the power to tax is the power to destroy." Therefore churches also derive their tax exempt status from the Constitution itself.
Posted by: Rom08 | February 10, 2011 4:42 PM"
http://onfaith.washingtonpost.com/onfaith/panelists/michael_otterson/2011/02/mormons_speak_for_the_faith.html
To say that churches do not belong
In the court room or the public square
As it is a freedom they also share
When it comes to families and moral values
Who better to help us strengthen statues
To help unite us as one under God
Preserved as a nation with freedoms for all
Let us stand firm to the standard old tradition
Of marriage as it's been made legal by definition
Let the word remain as it has for thousands of years
And let this message open up those with opposing ears
If those that are not one woman, one man
Would like a union- let it be just that
Call it another name-the choice to be theirs
Let us move on to bigger and humbling cares
Let us consider the sanctity of life
And the responsiblity of husband and wife
Let us strengthen these homes for the children they bare
And offer our prayers, support, and kind care
Too, let us find those who would seek an abortion
And offer them hope, or at least a small portion
Let us open their eyes unto the best option
The beauty of life, family, and adoption
Let us match up the unborn ever voiceless
With couples who are mourning they are childless
Let us think long of the generations to come
And what our nation, united, can then become
"This isn't about denying anyone rights. It's about changing the definition of a word that carries significant doctrinal and historical significance for many people of faith. I'm all for allowing ALL people regardless of the sexual orientation the same rights as a married couple when it comes to taxation, visiting rights, inheritance law, etc. However, I stand firm on my position that the word Marriage remain the same as it has for thousands of years.
Posted by: bjsworld | February 10, 2011 7:44 PM "
"Churches of all denominations have every right to speak out on issues that are central to their beliefs without jeopardizing their tax status. That has always been true whether the issue was slavery, civil rights, gambling, temperence, war and peace or any number of other "political" issues that touch upon a communities deeply held beliefs.
Furthermore, unlike other tax-exempt organizations the tax exempt status of churches in not only derived from the internal revenue code. It is inherent in the constitutional protection of religious belief. As the Supreme Court has stated in another context, "the power to tax is the power to destroy." Therefore churches also derive their tax exempt status from the Constitution itself.
Posted by: Rom08 | February 10, 2011 4:42 PM"
http://onfaith.washingtonpost.com/onfaith/panelists/michael_otterson/2011/02/mormons_speak_for_the_faith.html
The Battle for Freedom Lives On
The battle for freedom lives on
As God's truth marches along
Swelling across every land
Calling to all to understand
As God's truth marches along
Swelling across every land
Calling to all to understand
America's Dreams
Paychecks fuel America’s dreams
Through them families fulfill their needs
Millions now can’t find jobs they deserve
The financial strain is a shame to observe
Where is the dignity for those in their prime?
For a non liberal tactic- it is now time
I believe in America- in freedom today
We may have lost some years- but we’ve not lost our way
Our concept of liberty gives others courage to conquer
Our tomorrows can be filled with greatness and honor!
Let’s bring back America to its rightful place
A blessing of example for the human race
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Through them families fulfill their needs
Millions now can’t find jobs they deserve
The financial strain is a shame to observe
Where is the dignity for those in their prime?
For a non liberal tactic- it is now time
I believe in America- in freedom today
We may have lost some years- but we’ve not lost our way
Our concept of liberty gives others courage to conquer
Our tomorrows can be filled with greatness and honor!
Let’s bring back America to its rightful place
A blessing of example for the human race
click on the above post title to go directly to mittromneycentral...
We Believe in Freedom, in Liberty, and in the American Dream
We believe in freedom, in liberty,
And in the American dream
This is the land of opportunity
Shining brightly to be seen
We can be resilient
New jobs can come about
We just need a new president
Who's a patriot throughout
---------------------------------
Who still believes in America
That it is a nation under God?
A land born of miracles
With religious freedom being its call?
Who can raise the poor out of the dust
And lift the needy out of the dunghill?
But God's princes placed in trust
Humbly, looking to the heavens still
From the rising of the sun
To the setting in the West
Let our hearts to God be one
Through the Son who gives us rest
The Lord governs the sea and the land
For the blessing of His people
He skips little hills like lambs
Even causing mountains to tremble
Let us look for Him in history
And see He is our help and shield
Unto His name, praise and glory
That we have liberty still
Psalms 113, 114
And in the American dream
This is the land of opportunity
Shining brightly to be seen
We can be resilient
New jobs can come about
We just need a new president
Who's a patriot throughout
---------------------------------
Who still believes in America
That it is a nation under God?
A land born of miracles
With religious freedom being its call?
Who can raise the poor out of the dust
And lift the needy out of the dunghill?
But God's princes placed in trust
Humbly, looking to the heavens still
From the rising of the sun
To the setting in the West
Let our hearts to God be one
Through the Son who gives us rest
The Lord governs the sea and the land
For the blessing of His people
He skips little hills like lambs
Even causing mountains to tremble
Let us look for Him in history
And see He is our help and shield
Unto His name, praise and glory
That we have liberty still
Psalms 113, 114
Thursday, January 20, 2011
A Short List of Rules for Considerate Conduct
A short list of rules for considerate conduct
Ought best to be shared for how well they instruct
Pay attention oft and acknowledge others
Think the best listen, they are your brothers
Be inclusive, speak kindly, and do not speak ill
Accept, give praise, while accepting "no" still
For it is both good to have opinions and be agreeable
And contention brings strife that's clearly foreseeable
How-to on Civility by P. M. Forni
click on the above title (post) to read the complete list
Ought best to be shared for how well they instruct
Pay attention oft and acknowledge others
Think the best listen, they are your brothers
Be inclusive, speak kindly, and do not speak ill
Accept, give praise, while accepting "no" still
For it is both good to have opinions and be agreeable
And contention brings strife that's clearly foreseeable
How-to on Civility by P. M. Forni
click on the above title (post) to read the complete list
Being Respectful
Being respectful in differences of thought
Is a principle for which this nation fought
Not through arms but by diplomacy
As we are a country framed in democracy
To follow the precepts our forefathers wrote
We make decisions through popular vote
If we do not like something that we see about
Our voice can be heard and our Congressman sought out
Patience is the key for changes to be won
For it takes a lot of hands for something to get done
More important than anything a citizen can protest
Is to have high morals and help children be their best
A country is as good as its people, it's a fact
For if it weren't, what laws of decency would stay intact?
There's only so much a government can do
For they are the servants of fellow countrymen too
Is a principle for which this nation fought
Not through arms but by diplomacy
As we are a country framed in democracy
To follow the precepts our forefathers wrote
We make decisions through popular vote
If we do not like something that we see about
Our voice can be heard and our Congressman sought out
Patience is the key for changes to be won
For it takes a lot of hands for something to get done
More important than anything a citizen can protest
Is to have high morals and help children be their best
A country is as good as its people, it's a fact
For if it weren't, what laws of decency would stay intact?
There's only so much a government can do
For they are the servants of fellow countrymen too
Saturday, December 4, 2010
In a Troubled Day
We have been placed on earth
In a troubled day
Complexity's now hurl
As powers struggle and weigh
The schemes of man
Are more at work
To destroy God's plan
With a downwards jerk
Deeply concerned
For this country of love
To serve...we must turn
And proudly stand up
This message is not sweet
But must be told
From God.. now we sweep
Unto socialism cold
Shockingly, now born
For the whole world to see
Policies have torn
Fabrics of liberty
The executive branch
Through supreme court call
Have worked hard to launch
A nation without God
Our future ... forlorn
Is frightening indeed
We must get informed
If we want to be freed
Stand for freedom's role
No matter the cost
It can save your soul
Without God...we are lost
Through complacency
We are now in danger
For our prosperity-
We must no longer languor
The time has come to heed
And get our homes in order
Portent storms indeed
Now lay upon four corners
If we are prepared
We shall not fear
God's Word, we must share
And proclaim He is near
In a troubled day
Complexity's now hurl
As powers struggle and weigh
The schemes of man
Are more at work
To destroy God's plan
With a downwards jerk
Deeply concerned
For this country of love
To serve...we must turn
And proudly stand up
This message is not sweet
But must be told
From God.. now we sweep
Unto socialism cold
Shockingly, now born
For the whole world to see
Policies have torn
Fabrics of liberty
The executive branch
Through supreme court call
Have worked hard to launch
A nation without God
Our future ... forlorn
Is frightening indeed
We must get informed
If we want to be freed
Stand for freedom's role
No matter the cost
It can save your soul
Without God...we are lost
Through complacency
We are now in danger
For our prosperity-
We must no longer languor
The time has come to heed
And get our homes in order
Portent storms indeed
Now lay upon four corners
If we are prepared
We shall not fear
God's Word, we must share
And proclaim He is near
George Washington
Out numbered, out generaled, and completely out done
George Washington crossed the frozen Delaware
For he knew a surprise attack had to be won
As only a man of God would know to dare
Laboring to keep virtue his guiding star
He relied heavily upon faith
Wielding unassailable power to travel far
It was more than tyranny he'd learned to face
With the Declaration of Independence in adoption
For eight long years, as the General, he exerted
Knowing quitting was never an option
He worked with troops who oft times deserted
The night was long and his plan was bold
It was a nine mile march to reach Trenton
None would have thought to do so in this bitter cold
But, the wind blanketed all noise from detection
In a fierce battle they went door to door
And forty five minutes later they'd won
Then on to Princeton, they fought once more
But, then, his enlistments were done
As the drums rolled, their leader did plead
To reenlist none stepped forward to fight
Each had farms at home and families to feed
And hope of payments had not reached their sights
Washington turned and rode away, too
But, then stopped, came back and said, "My dear fellows"
"You have done all that I've asked you to do"
But, still the war rages and bellows
Your homes and country's at stake
Please give it one more month to this day
And we'll end this war for liberties sake
Then...men stepped forward...they engaged without delay
That they rose to the occasion I give my thanks!
Education Week: George Washington was a man of true virtue | Mormon Times
The Glorious Cause of America
David McCullough
MTC
Sept. 27, 2005
Education Week: George Washington was a man of true virtue | Mormon Times
George Washington crossed the frozen Delaware
For he knew a surprise attack had to be won
As only a man of God would know to dare
Laboring to keep virtue his guiding star
He relied heavily upon faith
Wielding unassailable power to travel far
It was more than tyranny he'd learned to face
With the Declaration of Independence in adoption
For eight long years, as the General, he exerted
Knowing quitting was never an option
He worked with troops who oft times deserted
The night was long and his plan was bold
It was a nine mile march to reach Trenton
None would have thought to do so in this bitter cold
But, the wind blanketed all noise from detection
In a fierce battle they went door to door
And forty five minutes later they'd won
Then on to Princeton, they fought once more
But, then, his enlistments were done
As the drums rolled, their leader did plead
To reenlist none stepped forward to fight
Each had farms at home and families to feed
And hope of payments had not reached their sights
Washington turned and rode away, too
But, then stopped, came back and said, "My dear fellows"
"You have done all that I've asked you to do"
But, still the war rages and bellows
Your homes and country's at stake
Please give it one more month to this day
And we'll end this war for liberties sake
Then...men stepped forward...they engaged without delay
That they rose to the occasion I give my thanks!
Education Week: George Washington was a man of true virtue | Mormon Times
The Glorious Cause of America
David McCullough
MTC
Sept. 27, 2005
Education Week: George Washington was a man of true virtue | Mormon Times
Having Been Formed as a Nation Under God
Having been formed as a nation under God
Our laws and freedoms come of Him
And the hot breath of destruction upon our necks will fall
As the slippery slope leads to hell's oven
Let us not be afraid to cling to our guns,
Our religion, and constitution
Let us rally together as Americans
And declare our allegiance with resolution
Let us re awake the Declaration of independence
For what else do we have at the end of the day?
Let us believe once again in divine providence
And commit to integrity, truth, and honor while we pray
thoughts from
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38891505/ns/politics-more_politics
Tens of thousands flock to Restoring Honor event
Tens of thousands of people heeded broadcaster Glenn Beck's summons for his "Restoring Honor" rally Saturday from the same marble steps at the Lincoln Memorial where Martin Luther King Jr.'s gave his famous "I Have a Dream" speech 47 years ago to the day.
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"What else do we have, at the end of the day," beyond faith in God, Palin said, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported.
"You're not afraid to cling to your guns and your religion — and your Constitution," she added, echoing remarks by President Barack Obama in 2008 during campaigning.
Our laws and freedoms come of Him
And the hot breath of destruction upon our necks will fall
As the slippery slope leads to hell's oven
Let us not be afraid to cling to our guns,
Our religion, and constitution
Let us rally together as Americans
And declare our allegiance with resolution
Let us re awake the Declaration of independence
For what else do we have at the end of the day?
Let us believe once again in divine providence
And commit to integrity, truth, and honor while we pray
thoughts from
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38891505/ns/politics-more_politics
Tens of thousands flock to Restoring Honor event
Tens of thousands of people heeded broadcaster Glenn Beck's summons for his "Restoring Honor" rally Saturday from the same marble steps at the Lincoln Memorial where Martin Luther King Jr.'s gave his famous "I Have a Dream" speech 47 years ago to the day.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38891505/from/toolbar
"What else do we have, at the end of the day," beyond faith in God, Palin said, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported.
"You're not afraid to cling to your guns and your religion — and your Constitution," she added, echoing remarks by President Barack Obama in 2008 during campaigning.
The Constitution Should Not be Misconstrued
The Constitution should not be used
As a weapon to end debate
Especially when proposals abuse
The guarantees given to each state
For who is closer to the people
Who've sovereignty to embrace
Than the local government, pure and simple
Righting the issues that they face
And above all, may religious freedom reign
To promote righteousness and civic virtue
That faith in America not wain
For the good that it can do
Let us each express gratitude
To God for life and liberty
Then lest our laws be misconstrued
Let us work to balance them properly
“Fundamentals of Our Constitutions” - Elder Dallin H. Oaks
Utah’s Constitution Day Celebration
Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Utah
As a weapon to end debate
Especially when proposals abuse
The guarantees given to each state
For who is closer to the people
Who've sovereignty to embrace
Than the local government, pure and simple
Righting the issues that they face
And above all, may religious freedom reign
To promote righteousness and civic virtue
That faith in America not wain
For the good that it can do
Let us each express gratitude
To God for life and liberty
Then lest our laws be misconstrued
Let us work to balance them properly
“Fundamentals of Our Constitutions” - Elder Dallin H. Oaks
Utah’s Constitution Day Celebration
Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Utah
IN GOD WE TRUST
The author of freedom
Watches over this great land
Lighting us with wisdom
When we've goodness at hand
That each may progress
Freely by way of choice
He's laid a path that does bless
Those who want to hear His voice
"In God we trust"
There is no other way
That is properly just
And kind to obey
When there's a set back
Amidst uncertainty and gloom
May each family stay on track
With hope sweet in rich bloom
Each family filled with nurture,
Values, and service
Will help us claim our future
And strengthen resolve and purpose
america, in god we trust
Watches over this great land
Lighting us with wisdom
When we've goodness at hand
That each may progress
Freely by way of choice
He's laid a path that does bless
Those who want to hear His voice
"In God we trust"
There is no other way
That is properly just
And kind to obey
When there's a set back
Amidst uncertainty and gloom
May each family stay on track
With hope sweet in rich bloom
Each family filled with nurture,
Values, and service
Will help us claim our future
And strengthen resolve and purpose
america, in god we trust
Now is the Time
Now is the time
America is the place
To lift up our eyes
And lead the human race
...With the constitution in our arms
We must combine for the right
Protect the family from harm
And restore morals and might
Let's bring America back
Sovereign and strong
With our vote let's attack
All that has gone wrong
Dependency's a drug
Entitlement's corrupt
Let's stand up, show up
And declare: WE'VE HAD ENOUGH
For prosperity's sake
Let's restore order
We've coalitions to make
To defend each border
We'll not give up lightly
For strength, let's unite and pray
Unto God Almighty
He will light the way
inspired by Mitt Romney
America is the place
To lift up our eyes
And lead the human race
...With the constitution in our arms
We must combine for the right
Protect the family from harm
And restore morals and might
Let's bring America back
Sovereign and strong
With our vote let's attack
All that has gone wrong
Dependency's a drug
Entitlement's corrupt
Let's stand up, show up
And declare: WE'VE HAD ENOUGH
For prosperity's sake
Let's restore order
We've coalitions to make
To defend each border
We'll not give up lightly
For strength, let's unite and pray
Unto God Almighty
He will light the way
inspired by Mitt Romney
The Faith of Abraham Lincoln
The choicest bounties of heaven
Have been ours, richly given
Preserved with peace and prosperity
Only to forget God because of vanity
Now, in war, we need to ask for clemency
And pray humbly for forgiveness
We are in need of God's mercy
To feel His hand once more upon us
Time passed, everything seemed stricken
I got down on my knees to pray
Mightily to God in heaven
And felt all my fears wash away
For this war was His war
And our cause was His
Though this nation now was torn
God would resolve this whole business
“We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of Heaven; we have been preserved these many years in peace and prosperity; we have grown in numbers, wealth and power as no other nation has ever grown. But we have forgotten God. We have forgotten the gracious hand which has preserved us in peace and multiplied and enriched and strengthened us, and we have vainly imagined, in the deceitfulness of our hearts, that all these blessings were produced by some superior wisdom and virtue of our own. Intoxicated with unbroken success, we have become too self-sufficient to feel the necessity of redeeming and preserving grace, too proud to pray to the God that made us. It behooves us, then, to humble ourselves before the offended power, to confess our national sins and to pray for clemency and forgiveness.” [March 30, 1863]
“Well, I will tell you how it was. In the pinch of the campaign up there (at Gettysburg) when everybody seemed panic stricken and nobody could tell what was going to happen, oppressed by the gravity of our affairs, I went to my room one day and locked the door and got down on my knees before Almighty God and prayed to Him mightily for victory at Gettysburg. I told Him that this war was His war, and our cause His cause, but we could not stand another Fredericksburg or Chancellorsville… And after that, I don’t know how it was, and I cannot explain it, but soon a sweet comfort crept into my soul. The feeling came that God had taken the whole business into His own hands and that things would go right at Gettysburg and that is why I had no fears about you.” [July 5, 1863]
Have been ours, richly given
Preserved with peace and prosperity
Only to forget God because of vanity
Now, in war, we need to ask for clemency
And pray humbly for forgiveness
We are in need of God's mercy
To feel His hand once more upon us
Time passed, everything seemed stricken
I got down on my knees to pray
Mightily to God in heaven
And felt all my fears wash away
For this war was His war
And our cause was His
Though this nation now was torn
God would resolve this whole business
“We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of Heaven; we have been preserved these many years in peace and prosperity; we have grown in numbers, wealth and power as no other nation has ever grown. But we have forgotten God. We have forgotten the gracious hand which has preserved us in peace and multiplied and enriched and strengthened us, and we have vainly imagined, in the deceitfulness of our hearts, that all these blessings were produced by some superior wisdom and virtue of our own. Intoxicated with unbroken success, we have become too self-sufficient to feel the necessity of redeeming and preserving grace, too proud to pray to the God that made us. It behooves us, then, to humble ourselves before the offended power, to confess our national sins and to pray for clemency and forgiveness.” [March 30, 1863]
“Well, I will tell you how it was. In the pinch of the campaign up there (at Gettysburg) when everybody seemed panic stricken and nobody could tell what was going to happen, oppressed by the gravity of our affairs, I went to my room one day and locked the door and got down on my knees before Almighty God and prayed to Him mightily for victory at Gettysburg. I told Him that this war was His war, and our cause His cause, but we could not stand another Fredericksburg or Chancellorsville… And after that, I don’t know how it was, and I cannot explain it, but soon a sweet comfort crept into my soul. The feeling came that God had taken the whole business into His own hands and that things would go right at Gettysburg and that is why I had no fears about you.” [July 5, 1863]
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