It has been a hot second since I have done a "Miracle In History" post here on the blog. No, I haven't exhausted the incredible workings of The Timeless Anchor throughout history's pages. So don't go getting any crazy ideas. I'll be fan-girling history's greatest miracles for as long as I live. Which is why … Continue reading A Revolutionary Miracle// Miracles In American History
History
Was The Confederacy Racist?
This is a question that will stir up an entire hornet's nest of issues if you ask most people today. Americans are taught from the time they are in school that the Confederacy was a racist monster that had to be destroyed. The Union is hailed as having been a champion of equality and freedom. … Continue reading Was The Confederacy Racist?
An Appeal To Teach History Again
I grew up in a different world than most of my peers. You see, on any given day in my house, you would find my siblings and I playing make believe of some of the greatest heroes of American history. My parents taught us history from the time we were young children. We took it … Continue reading An Appeal To Teach History Again
A Providential Reunion// Miracles in American History
Today, we're diving in to another miracle from America's illustrious history. It's been a bit since I've done one of these posts, and I thought it was high time for another. But before we get started with that, I wanted to share some good news with you. I have finally (after a bit of a … Continue reading A Providential Reunion// Miracles in American History
The Cost To Be Free
Happy Independence Day! You all had to know that I have been waiting for this moment to come since...let's be real here...since July 5th of last year. ๐ Independence Day holds so much significance to me. It's by far one of my absolute favorite holidays! It's the day we celebrate the profound courage and bravery … Continue reading The Cost To Be Free
How Well Do You Know America?
I decided to do something fun today in honor of Independence Day coming up. Who doesn't enjoy a good quiz to test their knowledge? (Okay, let's be real here. I usually can't resist taking quizzes like this, and then I bemoan life when they throw in a trick question and I fall for it.) But … Continue reading How Well Do You Know America?
D-Day: What Would You Do?
Seventeen years old. You're some 5,000 miles from home. The listing deck of the ship you're aboard is tilting from side to side with the swells of the waves, causing your seasickness to be a thousand times worse. A strangled scream catches your attention. Over the side of the boat, where the rope ladder swings, … Continue reading D-Day: What Would You Do?
The Last Call//Forever We’ll Remember
"The Last Call", more commonly recognized by the name "Taps", is perhaps the most heartbreaking piece of music ever composed. It is comprised of only twenty-four notes, yet it stirs deep within us every ember of patriotism, grief, and humility that can be found. Those of you who have been to an American military funeral, … Continue reading The Last Call//Forever We’ll Remember
The History of Memorial Day// Forever We’ll Remember
Today I am excited to welcome Ryana Peterson to our Countdown! But before we get started, let's chat about Memorial Day, and what it means to you! What are some of your favorite ways to commemorate Memorial Day? Please share it down in the comments. I would love to hear! I've already said that my … Continue reading The History of Memorial Day// Forever We’ll Remember
Rhode Island Independence Day
Most of us have heard of America's Independence Day, (I would hope anyway ๐), but not many have heard of Rhode Island Independence Day. What even is it? Not long ago I did an entire post on Baptist involvement in our nation's fight for Independence. If you missed it, make sure to check it out! … Continue reading Rhode Island Independence Day