4th of July in 2016 - Top Quotes and Bible Verses: Patriotism in Words for Reflection on US Independence Day
Quotes and Bible Verses To Reflect on Independence Day
Independence day has been one of the most celebrated events among nations. It is the birth and beginning of our beloved freedom. This coming July 4, let's reflect on the hard earned freedom and grace that we all share and enjoy.
Here are the top quotes and bible verses that will inspire and motivate the family as they celebrate America's Independence Day:
Bible Quotes for Independence Day
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Psalm 119:45:
"I will walk about in freedom, for I have sought out your precepts."
Luke 4:18-19
"The Spirit of the Lord is on me,
because he has anointed me
to preach good news to the poor.
He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners
and recovery of sight for the blind,
to release the oppressed,
to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor."
John 8:32
"Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
John 8:36
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
2 Corinthians 3:17
Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.
Galatians 5:1
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.
Ephesians 3:12
In him [Christ] and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.
The Gospel of the Lord teaches us to do good and enjoy freedom for through Jesus Christ, we were saved and set free. We are also taught that freedom must come from within and if we always have the heart of a freeman, we will never be slaves.
Independence Day Quotes from Personalities
It's not just in the Bible where we can find food for thoughts and wisdom. The following are my favorite quotes coming from respectable individuals:
"It is the love of country that has lighted and that keeps glowing the holy fire of patriotism." -- J. Horace McFarland
"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." -- Elmer Davis
"Let freedom never perish in your hands." -- Joseph Addison
"In the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved." -- Franklin D. Roosevelt
"Liberty is the breath of life to nations." -- George Bernard Shaw
"We must be free not because we claim freedom, but because we practice it." -- William Faulkner
"And I'm proud to be an American,
where at least I know I'm free.
And I won't forget the men who died,
who gave that right to me."
-- Lee Greenwood
Here are some top quotes and bible verses which may help your experience in celebrating the coming of Independence Day!
