…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 — The Declaration of Independence
Dear Partners in Ministry,
Those final lines of the Declaration of Independence are powerful, reminding us of our reliance on God and our bond as a people. This year, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the document that heralded the birth of our nation.
But a document alone could not win our independence. The year before, on April 19, 1775, our brothers and sisters pledged their honor, fortunes, and lives as they took up arms and began the fight for a free and autonomous country. In that same year, the Continental Congress formed the Army on June 14, the Navy on October 13, and the Marine Corps on November 10.
Then, on July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed, inspiring our new nation to continue the fight for our freedom. After eight years and four months of fighting, the United States of America finally secured its freedom, thanks to the tenacity of our brothers and sisters in arms!
As we read that document this Independence Day, we think of today’s military—men and women who, 250 years later, pledge to protect our nation. As they face new challenges and missions globally, they deserve priority in hearing the gospel before they go into harm’s way. But many today do not know how to rely “on the protection of divine Providence”—God Himself! This is our mission—to introduce them to Jesus and help them grow in strength and wisdom in His love.
Your partnership with our ministry enables us to hold Bible studies, distribute Bibles and Spiritually Fit — Ready to Serve® booklets, pray with men and women, hold marriage seminars, help heal trauma in group settings, and so much more! We could not do this without the prayers and financial gifts of partners like you.
I am proud to be an American and so honored to serve in this mission with you! Let’s continue to rely on God to provide open doors for His Gospel message!
