Pledge of Allegiance of the United States

"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."


In 1954, in response to the Communist threat of the times, President Eisenhower encouraged Congress to add the words "under God," creating the 31-word pledge we say today. Today it reads:

"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

Section 4 of the Flag Code states:

The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag: "I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.", should be rendered by standing at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. When not in uniform men should remove any non-religious headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should remain silent, face the flag, and render the military salute."






Tuesday, May 27, 2014

DAY 4 - DAILY PRAYER (THE STATE OF GEORGIA) - MAY 28, 2014

May 28



Lord of all nations, we humbly submit ourselves to you today in prayer for the state of Georgia.  We pray for the 4th state to join the union, and the state that has managed to hold onto it's moral fabric.  In a state where gay marriage has not been given legal standing, we pray for their strong overtones of morality and godliness.  Restore the freedom to proclaim Your promises in public venues, including football games.  May the deaf ears hear Your Holy Word, that they might give their lives completely over to Your will.  Hear us Oh Lord as we cry out in Your very word for the sake of Georgia.  

Romans 12:2 (New International Version)
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Proverbs 3:5,6 (New International Version)
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

James 1:22 (New International Version)
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.

Father God, we pray for the government body of Georgia, that You will lead them in paths of righteousness.  We pray for Your continued blessing upon Governor Nathan Deal and the First Lady.  We pray for all of the men and women across that state that serve others in governmental or ministry roles.  We pray for the protection and return of the men and women from Georgia that are serving our county oversees.  

Colossians 3:23 (New International Version)
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men. 

We pray for all those who labor to earn an income and provision for themselves or their families.  Bless the state of Georgia in these trying times, where jobs may be few and pay may be limited.  Protect all who actively participate in the economy of Georgia, and allow them to see the fruits of the labors.

James 4:7 (New International Version)
Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

Bless our brothers and sisters in Christ, who seek the Lord throughout their daily lives and prayers.  Strengthen the voice of those who proclaim Your good word, and bless them in their daily trials.

And finally Father, we pray for Your hand of protection over Georgia.  Keep her safe from devastation, and allow her to thrive in her churches, schools, businesses and homes.

In Christ's name we humbly life up our prayers to You.    Amen


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