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Welcome to the final email in our “Celebrating 250 Years of Faith & Freedom” series. By now, you’ve seen some of the ways Christianity has influenced the founding of our nation.

Here’s the unmistakable truth: The more you know about American history, the more you see God’s hand of protection and providence, from our nation's earliest days until now. Here are some more great resources from our archives that will help you dig even deeper.

A Treasury of Information from David Barton, Tim Barton, and WallBuilders

• The Biblical Roots of American Freedom.
  On this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Tim Barton describes the stories of the Founders who signed the Declaration of Independence and what the liberties we enjoy cost them.
• The Truth About Our Founding Fathers.
  David Barton displays original documents as he explains how the Founders believed Christianity was essential to politics, education, and America’s existence.
• Does the Church Belong in Politics?
  David Barton, Tim Barton, and Pastor Allen discuss why Christianity is essential to good government and what Christians can do to impact how our country is governed.
• How Christianity Shaped America’s Freedom.
  Tim Barton details how the faith of the Founders resulted in a strong focus on Christian morality being taught to school children, and how that impacted America’s development.
• What They Don’t Want You to Know About America’s Biblical Foundation.
  In this podcast, Pastor Allen shares a conversation with David Barton and Tim Barton about how the Bible influenced our Founders, why that is hidden from us, and what it means for Christians today.
• The Impact of a Biblical Worldview on Our Nation’s Founding.
  Tim Barton uses video and the words of our Founding Fathers to outline the importance Christianity played in the establishment of America.
• America’s Godly Heritage.
  Tim Barton uses original source documents and the words of our Founders to discuss the role of Christian faith in America beginning with the Pilgrims in 1620.

More Great Resources

• Living Hope: 250 Years of Praising the Father of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
  World Outreach Church Associate Pastor Robert J. Morgan shares stories of American leaders who were inspired and encouraged by their walk with God.
• America’s Foundations of Faith.
  Guest Pastor Rob McCoy uses stories from the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the Korean War to show how, through the ages, American leaders have trusted in the God-given gifts of freedom and liberty as they fought to keep our country strong.
• Has America Forgotten What Made Her Great?
  Neurosurgeon and former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Dr. Ben Carson discusses the values of faith and freedom that made America a great nation on Allen Jackson Now.
• America 250 World Outreach Church Webpage
  Visit the America 250 page on the World Outreach Church website for more resources and information about America’s Christian heritage, the impact it has today, and the ways Christians can make sure our faith continues to be a positive influence on our culture going forward.

We hope these resources help you understand the undeniable impact our faith has had on our country’s first 250 years. Now, let’s embrace our assignment to take our place as salt and light and bring God’s Truth into America’s next chapter.

— Allen Jackson Ministries