Many of the first colonists to North America were Christians and Jews seeking freedom from religious persecution. Some were Christians who may not have been persecuted, but had a vision for establishing a truly Christian nation in America. These were joined by others who were given a reprieve from...

The Free Market thrives on freedom. The more it has the better it does. People thrive in freedom. The more freedom people have, the better they do, and the happier and more productive they become, a fact to which history is an overwhelming witness. Mankind was created to be free, and as we are told...

The freedom released by the birth of the American Republic resulted in such a burst of initiative, advancing technology, and wealth creation that other nations were compelled to allow their citizens increasing economic freedom. This resulted in other freedoms, and soon other republics were formed,...

If we look at the history of mankind from the Christian perspective it is more than just a journey; it is a magnificent adventure. Like most adventures, there have been setbacks, failures, and dangers everywhere, along with advances and victories. Because the end of the story has already been...

The motives and actions of some of the American Founders were influenced by biblical prophecy . This perspective so shaped America, from the first colonies until this time, that it is not possible to understand America without understanding why and how these prophecies did this. This is a general...

We have come to the time when the distinctions between God’s ways and the ways of those who reject and resist Him are clear. Biblical prophecy calls this time “the Valley of Decision.” With the distinctions made clear to all, every individual and every nation will either make the choice to follow...

In biblical prophecy the end of this age is called “the great and terrible day of The Lord.” How is it both “great” and “terrible”? It will be great for some and terrible for others. One of the purposes for these Briefs is so that we can be sure to be on the “great” side. However, this implies that...

It is America’s nature and calling to be a healing nation. This is why Americans are usually the first to respond with aid after a disaster anywhere in the world. After World War II, instead of subjecting our enemies to servitude and harsh reparations, America helped to rebuild and restore them...

There are civilizations, cultures, philosophies, religions, and economies that have been juxtaposed as opposites. Much of human history is about the conflicts between these opposites. To live during one of the great battles of such ultimate powers is to have a seat in one of the great classrooms of...

Jesus spoke of what is now happening in America when He was asked about the signs of the end of this age. He began His answer with: “Do not let anyone deceive you” (see Matthew 24:4). By this He was indicating that one of the most basic signs of the end of the age would be deception. So, how do we...