What We Should Have Learned from the Pilgrims with Bill Federer ​

Kingdoms rise and fall, yet by God’s providence America is still standing. But for how long? Frank and historian Bill Federer pick up right where they left off, exploring the story of American Exceptionalism, the biblical ideas behind our freedoms, and why we should approach our country with genuine gratitude instead of cynicism. Together they answer questions like:

-- What makes the U.S. Constitution so unique?
-- Why did the pilgrims flee Europe, and what set the stage for the very first Thanksgiving?
-- What happened when the pilgrims experimented with socialism?
-- Why is it always a recipe for disaster when nations forget about God?
-- How did Christian persecution in Europe shape the foundations of American freedom?
-- What surprising thing did Squanto say to the pilgrims before he died?
-- What are the top 3 truths about America that every young person should know today?

As Bill threads the story of America together, you’ll see just how deeply the church, Scripture, and divine providence shaped the nation we often take for granted. This episode will challenge you to appreciate the freedoms we still enjoy, and recognize what it takes to preserve them. Be sure to share this episode (and the previous one) with the young people in your life!

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📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING THE EPISODE:

Why Be Thankful for America? Fascinating Historical Facts with Bill Federer - https://youtu.be/fe4D-x2-VNg
The Treacherous World of the 16th Century & How the Pilgrims Escaped It - https://bit.ly/4oZQLiH
Bill's website - http://americanminute.com/

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0:00 - Intro
2:18 - What makes the U.S. Constitution so unique?
11:38 - The cure for leftist psychosis
12:47 - Quotes from the Treacherous World of the 16th Century
18:08 - Charlie Kirk and the importance of private morality and virtue
20:21 - What happened when the pilgrims tried socialism?
32:35 - Back to the topic of socialism
41:57 - Squanto's fascinating story
48:55 - 3 essential facts young people need to know about the United States

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