The R.O.C.K. Club Encourages You to Think About the Reason
It’s July, and people all across the United States of America are thinking about celebrating Independence Day. They may watch the annual hot dog eating contest on television. Families probably will have a picnic with hot dogs, hamburgers, and potato salad. They will definitely enjoy some fireworks when the sun goes down.But how many will give more than a quick thought to the true meaning of Independence Day? More importantly, will you take some time and consider the true meaning of Independence Day? Or will it just be another holiday for you? The R.O.C.K. Club in Radford, VA, wants to encourage you to think about freedoms during as you observe Independence Day!
Celebrate The Birthday of American Freedom
In early 1776, the United States of America was the dream of patriots desiring freedom from King George III. They made steps to declare their independence as tensions between the colonists and England continued to grow. The Second Continental Congress tasked “the Committee of Five,” to draft the declaration of independence. This group consisted of John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Roger Sherman, and Robert Livingston.They began work on June 11, 1776, giving the writing duties to Jefferson after discussing the content. The committee presented its finished document to Congress on June 28, 1776. On July 4, Congress voted for its approval of this Declaration of Independence, and the delegates signed it. At that moment, they all became traitors against the British crown, under penalty of death.
Remember A Celebration of Freedom and Those Who Fought to Win It
The conflict between the American colonies and the British continued until October 1781. At this point, British General Cornwallis surrendered after the siege of Yorktown, VA. The British finally recognized American independence. Both sides signed the Treaty of Paris in 1783, and the dream of the United States of America was realized.Though the fighting began one year before the Declaration of Independence and lasted five years, they signed it on July 4, 1776. That is what we celebrate on Independence Day. We celebrate the birthday of the United States of America and remember those who fought hard to obtain our freedom.
You Can Experience Freedom in Jesus
This Independence Day, we will once again be grateful for the freedom we have in the United States of America. But there is another freedom, a greater freedom, that all of us can experience. It doesn’t matter if we are citizens of the United States of America or not. This freedom is open to every person. This is freedom from sin, from both guilt and penalty. Jesus won this freedom for us on the cross when he took our place in punishment. All sin must be punished, just like a criminal in court. And every one of us is a sinner and deserves punishment. But Jesus loved you so much that He took your place and paid the price for you. Now, to have this freedom, you just have to come to Jesus and trust Him to save you. Pray and ask Him to be your Savior. And you, too, can experience freedom in Jesus. The Bible reads, in John 8:36, “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.” For more information on The R.O.C.K. Club’s Christ-centered childcare and educational programs, call us today at (540) 267-3000. Let us help you understand how you can have a real relationship with God through Jesus. We want you to personally experience the freedom found in Jesus and know Him when you are celebrating Independence Day!
