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From 1714 to 1718, James Oglethorpe was a military aide under the command of Prince Eugene of Savoy fighting to drive the Muslim Turks out of Belgrade, Serbia. After the battle, at the age of 22, Oglethorpe returned to England, where he entered Parliament and worked for prison reform after one of his friends died in debtors prison. In 1732, Oglethorpe founded the Colony of Georgia in America for poorContinue reading “History of Our Popular Christmas Carols”

The Bible says: Luke 2:14 (NIV) Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests. Does your heart yearn for peace? The hectic nature of Christmas sometimes inspires more weariness, conflict, loneliness, and feelings of unworthiness than the joy promised by the angles at Christ’s birth.Continue reading “Your Prince of Peace”

(Most gentile folks know that the Jewish people have a ceremony around our Christmas time. They call it Hanukkah. However, most gentiles know very little about it. I think it would be pertinent for you to know all about it. I have chronicled the story of Hanukkah for your benefit below. Do read it andContinue reading “Hanukkah: Festival of Lights”

The Bible says: Galatians 4:4 “When the fullness of the time came, God sent forth his Son“ This Christmas, are you waiting for some precious promise to be fulfilled? Do not despair—God always keeps His Word. Yet just as the Savior appeared in a way and time that were completely unexpected to anyone—so will theContinue reading “Greater Plans”

In the Battle of Princeton: “Washington advanced so near the enemy’s lines that his horse refused to go further” Frederick the Great of Prussia called these ten days “the most brilliant in the world’s history.” At that time. After winning the Battle of Princeton, Christmas Day evening, 1776, George Washington’s 1,200 man force faced General Cornwallis’ 4,500 man British army. Washington wasContinue reading “The Battle of Princeton”

The Bible says: Psalm 25:12 “Who is the man who fears the Lord? He will instruct him in the way he should choose.” Life is one continuous decision-making process from childhood through the golden years. Thankfully, God is willing to give us clear guidance about every choice we make—regardless if it’s major or minor. However,Continue reading “Holy Decisions”

(You hear a lot about the help that France gave to the American Cause in the Revolutionary War. However, Spain gave enormous aid also. In fact, without Spain’s help, General Washington’s army would probably never have defeated the British Forces. Below for your edification I have chronicled some of that Spanish aid:) The Aid ofContinue reading “The Aid of Spain in the Revolutionary War”

The Bible says: John 20:27 (NLT) “Don’t be faithless any longer: Believe!” Thomas was missing when Jesus first appeared to the disciples, and he was also the one to voice the greatest doubts about the resurrection. He declared that he wouldn’t believe Christ had risen from the grave unless he touched Jesus’ hand and sideContinue reading “To Succeed, Believe”

Few people have ever heard of this amazing man. However, Count Zinzendorf had a greater impact on spreading the Gospel of Christ to the whole world, and the founding of America, than any man who ever lived. You just must know about him. Do read the account below of his amazing life and how GodContinue reading “The Amazing Count Zinzendorf”

(Please read below the documentation of the official founding of “Thanksgiving” in America.) Congress approved the First Amendment the same week it called for a Day of Thanksgiving to Almighty God. The First Amendment was passed in the First Session of Congress, which was meeting in New York City. The first Ten Amendment, called the Bill of Rights, were intendedContinue reading “The Date “Thanksgiving” Was Established in America”