Highest Ground

We are grouping people with suffixes ists and ites

And are defining them into tidy boxes, too 

Then we are labeling them with an ism or even two

For the practices or actions they do

Any labeled box that one opposes

Is only fair game for any insult

And can go as far as inviting murder

For someone extreme enough to do it 

But a nation divided cannot stand

So we must lay contention down

And listen more to understand

Can we meet at the highest ground?

Can we meet at a sound place of love?

Where harmful threats come to no one

Can we offer peace and rise above

All the bad things that we have done?

For we have become distracted 

With bigot blaming and accusing

And our weaknesses have attracted

Those who'd pay for more bruising

Yes, if we fail as a nation

Another power will take its place

Weapons and all freedoms will go

As their ways we are forced to embrace

[Verse 1] We are grouping people with suffixes ists and ites And are defining them into tidy boxes, too Then we are labeling them with an ism or even two For the practices or actions they do Any labeled box that one opposes Is only fair game for any insult And can go as far as inviting murder For someone extreme enough to do it [Pre-Chorus] But a nation divided cannot stand So we must lay contention down And listen more to understand Can we meet at the highest ground? [Chorus] Can we meet at the highest ground? Can we meet at a sound place of love? Where harmful threats come to no one Can we offer peace and rise above All the bad things that we have done? All the bad things that we have done? Can we meet at the highest ground? Can we meet at a sound place of love? [Verse 2] For we have become distracted With bigot blaming and accusing And our weaknesses have attracted Those who'd pay for more bruising If we fail to be civil as a nation Another power will take its place All of our weapons and freedoms will go As their ways we are forced to embrace [Bridge] So we must lay contention down And listen more to understand Can we meet at the highest ground? Can we meet at a sound place of love? [Chorus] Can we meet at the highest ground? Can we meet at a sound place of love? Where harmful threats come to no one Can we offer peace and rise above All the bad things that we have done? All the bad things that we have done? Can we meet at the highest ground? Can we meet at a sound place of love?

The Book of Mormon contains warnings about the dangers of divisions among people, particularly those identified by the suffix "-ites." In 4 Nephi 1:15-17, it emphasizes a time of unity among the people, stating that there were no robbers, murderers, or any manner of "-ites," highlighting the importance of being one in Christ and heirs to the kingdom of God

Celebrate 250 Years with Us- Life Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness

We have reached a milestone

To celebrate

We share and let it be known

What makes us great

It was not from a one time abstract thought

Written and signed on parchment paper

But from following the principles taught

And believing in being something greater

This constitution is part of each of us

Glorious, It holds truths self-evident

It is both our roots and our foundation

Under God, we've expanded

our fruit is evidence

We have bloomed to become

A blessing beyond our borders

For freedoms, we welcome

Those with integrity who seek to flourish

Hey, nations of this world

Come celebrate with us

Our Independence Day

Life, Liberty and Justice

In the pursuit of happiness

May God be will all of us

[Verse 1]

We have reached a milestone

A year to truly celebrate

We share and let it be known

What makes America great

It was not from a one time abstract thought

Written and signed on parchment paper

But from following the principles taught

And believing in being something greater

[Pre-Chorus]

Our Declaration is part of each of us

Glorious, It holds truths self-evident

It is both our roots and our foundation

Under God, we've expanded our fruitfulness is evidence

[Chorus]

Life, Liberty and Justice

Life, Liberty and Justice

In the pursuit of happiness

May God be will all of us

[Verse 2]

We have bloomed to become

A blessing beyond our borders

For freedoms, we welcome

Those with integrity who seek to flourish

Hey, nations of this world

Come celebrate with us

Our Independence Day

Let it rise, let it ring for us (for us)

[Pre-Chorus]

Our Declaration is part of each of us

Glorious, It holds truths self-evident

It is both our roots and our foundation

Under God, we've expanded our fruitfulness is evidence

[Chorus]

Life, Liberty and Justice

Life, Liberty and Justice

In the pursuit of happiness

May God be will all of us

[Bridge]

A year to truly celebrate

Written and signed on parchment paper

Believing in being something greater

Come celebrate with us

[Final Chorus]

Life, Liberty and Justice

Life, Liberty and Justice

In the pursuit of happiness

May God be will all of us

Life, Liberty and Justice

Life, Liberty and Justice

Our Independence Day

May God be will all of us (all of us)

Found inspiration from the Oslo Embassy, Rubio invites all countries everywhere to celebrate with us.  ( In our Civil War, there were over 6,000 Americans that fought who had immigrated from this country)

@SecRubio

Secretary Rubio: “As we commemorate 250 years of independence, I call on our allies and embassies around the world to join us in celebrating the American principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Happy Independence Day, and may God bless the United States of America.”

https://x.com/usembassyoslo/status/2072952243377029438?s=20

Wat h this video..It summarizes the sacrifices made by the signers of this document. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/195DKnN4ZC/

Light on a Hill- Agree to Disagree!

Our constitution, our infrastructure 

Is framed for prosperity and peace

Our pluralistic society, let's not fracture

But agree to disagree, please

Let's not gather to go "off the rails!"

Or with blinders, fly full speed ahead

Let's work together to fight corruption 

To remain free as a Light on a Hill, instead!

For our children's children... let's think of them

And build on what is bright and beautiful

Founded on inspired principles given

Let's focus on goodness, with our hearts full!

United we stand.

In contention- we FALL

Work to understand 

To be free. It takes us ALL!

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1459447665763445?mibextid=9drbnH&s=yWDuG2&fs=e

President Oaks, as a former state Supreme Court Judge and educator of the Constitution, offers his wisdom. 👋 Please 🙏 😢 😭 😫 😔 listen!

It was given in Virginia in 2021.

Right now we are modeling our country

After an ugly destroying divorce

With both sides demanding what EACH wants

HOW THEY JAM UP AND CREATE CHAOS IN THE COURTS!

Seeing cheating ok if it means the other side is left with NOTHING!

https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2021/11/13/read-lds-apostle-dallin/

It's the Best Thing I've Done

As a captain, decorated

I've disarmed bombs and led

I've met presidents

and celebrities

 I've done some amazing things

As I've traveled the world

But my greatest of blessings

Is being a dad

It's the best thing I've done

This is the meaning of life

And why I serve as I do

To raise this child with my wife

For them what wouldn't I do?

I feel it every day

Freedom isn't free

The fighting...come what may

For love surrounds me

From God and my family

The rare moments home

The quality time

Conversations on the phone

mmmm this family of mine

It's the best thing I've ever done!

Verse 1] As a captain, decorated I’ve disarmed bombs and led I’ve met presidents and celebrities I’ve done some amazing things As I’ve traveled the world [Pre-Chorus] But my greatest of blessings Is right here in my hands When I hear that little voice I remember who I am [Chorus] It’s the best thing I’ve done The best thing I’ve done This is the meaning of life The best thing I’ve done (oh, the best thing I’ve done) [Verse 2] And why I serve as I do To raise this child with my wife For them what wouldn’t I do? I feel it every day Freedom isn’t free [Pre-Chorus] The fighting come what may For love surrounds me From God and my family That’s the badge I wear with pride [Chorus] It’s the best thing I’ve done The best thing I’ve done This is the meaning of life The best thing I’ve done (oh, the best thing I’ve done) [Bridge] The rare moments home The quality time Conversations on the phone And that family of mine Mmmm this family of mine [Final Chorus] It’s the best thing I’ve done The best thing I’ve done This is the meaning of life The best thing I’ve done It’s the best thing I’ve done The best thing I’ve done For them I’d run through anything It’s the best thing I’ve done (oh, the best thing I’ve done)

@EODHappyCaptain

https://x.com/EODHappyCaptain/status/2068557952647074146?s=20

Under God Always

 

[Verse 1]

We.... who live in freedom today Remember those so brave Who believe in the American way Our sovereign rights to save The greatest act that one can do Is to do what's hard, but right To face their fears and enemies too And be steadfast in the fight [Pre-Chorus] If we were ever to forget Life's lessons would be gone But a patriot's heart will never let The lapse of freedom's song [Chorus] Dear veterans how we thank you Dear veterans how we thank you We need you still today Help us remember and renew Help us remember and renew Our pledge under God always [Verse 2] Thus in the season where colors fall And families gather near Let us also pay tribute to honor's call And thank our veterans dear Their steady hands, their brave, hard years Their names we do not forget Through every hope and every tear We lift the same sun yet [Pre-Chorus] If we were ever to forget Life's lessons would be gone But a patriot's heart will never let The lapse of freedom's song [Chorus] Dear veterans how we thank you Dear veterans how we thank you We need you still today Help us remember and renew Help us remember and renew Our pledge under God always [Bridge] When the table's set and prayers rise And children learn your names We hold these truths before our eyes And guard the holy flame [Final Chorus] Dear veterans how we thank you Dear veterans how we thank you We need you still today Help us remember and renew Help us remember and renew Our pledge under God always

A Moral People

 How are we to survive

Save through the divine

As His moral people

We can ward off evil

Freedom isn't free

Sin's our enemy

To be sovereign

We have to self-govern

Virtuously

Our Constitution was signed

By those who saw it as divine

Accountable to God

As a nation ruled by law

His commandments

Self- government

Freedom isn't free

It's framed morally

These were their thoughts

May they be ours too

For this they fought

Strengthened by God, to do

Happiness, ours to pursue

[Verse 1] How are we to survive Save through the divine As His moral people We can ward off evil [Pre-Chorus] Freedom isn't free Sin's our enemy To be sovereign We have to self-govern Virtuously [Chorus] Freedom isn't free It's framed morally Self-government That’s how we stay free Freedom isn't free Accountable to God As a nation ruled by law [Verse 2] Our Constitution was signed By those who saw it as divine Accountable to God As a nation ruled by law His commandments Self-government [Pre-Chorus] Freedom isn't free Sin's our enemy To be sovereign We have to self-govern Virtuously [Chorus] Freedom isn't free It's framed morally Self-government That’s how we stay free Freedom isn't free Accountable to God As a nation ruled by law [Bridge] These were their thoughts May they be ours too For this they fought Strengthened by God, to do [Final Chorus] Freedom isn't free It's framed morally Self-government That’s how we stay free Freedom isn't free Accountable to God Happiness, ours to pursue

Two Inspired Documents- Freedom Ring 250 Years Please SHARE

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKepYWavORU

Verse 1] The two inspired and founding documents Of the United States as our Northern Lights: The Declaration of Independence And the Constitution with its Bill of Rights These underlying principles Have relevance for all of the world For the preserving of moral agency That in every heart and mind God can be heard For the rights and protection of all flesh For guarantees of religious freedom Each on a path unto God, rating none more or less Just the commandments, the way to become [Pre-Chorus] Promoting and protecting Life long virtue, through Moral agency Where upon each has the freedom To discovery who they want to be To discovery who they want to be endowed with unalienable rights To frame families on a hill with lights [Chorus] Let freedom ring Let religious freedom ring Oh America Let freedom ring Thy Light on hill Ever shining Oh America Let freedom ring [Verse 2] The Declaration, divine, by design Declares that we are all created equally Endowed with unalienable God given rights Of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness This divine document is tied To religious faith in a land to protect it It is our birthright, our to do, inspired For being good, living in happiness We the people, blessed with a government That protects those rights mmmm many have redeemed the land By the shedding of blood [Pre-Chorus] To revisit these rights For a more perfect union of greater light Ending slavery and giving women rights As we ever should Also, to divide delegates from state to state Where we are free to decide and vote individually While separating powers makes our nation great That as a nation under God, HE can rule and reign [Chorus] Let freedom ring Let religious freedom ring Oh America Let freedom ring Thy Light on a hill Ever shining Oh America Let freedom ring [Bridge] God bless the first amendment No cuius regio, eius religio God bless the first amendment No cuius regio, eius religio Oh America Let freedom ring [Final Chorus] Let freedom ring Let religious freedom ring Oh America Let freedom ring Thy Light on a hill Ever shining Oh America Let freedom ring

The two inspired and founding documents

Of the Unties Sates as our Northern Lights:

The Declaration of independence

And the Constitution with its Bill of Rights

These underlying principles 

Have relevance for all of the world

For the preserving of moral agency

That in every heart and mind God can be heard

For the rights and protection of all flesh

For guarantees of religious freedom

Each on a path unto God, rating none more or less

Just the commandments, the way to become

Promoting and protecting

Life long virtue, though Moral agency

Where upon each has the freedom 

To discovery who they want to be

The Declaration, divine, by design

Declares that we are all created equally

Endowed with unalienable God given rights

of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness

This divine document is tied

To religious faith in a land to protect it

It is our birthright, our "to do", inspired

For being good, living in happiness

We a sovereign people, framed a government to protect those rights

And many have redeemed the land by the shedding of blood

To revisit these rights for a more perfect union of greater light

Ending slavery and giving women rights as we ever should

The division of delegates from state to state

Where we are free to decide to vote individually

While separating powers makes our nation great

That as a nation under God, He can rule and reign

God bless the first amendment

No "cuius regio, eius religio"

Oh America, Let freedom ring

Let religious freedom ring

Thy Light on hill to bring

The phrase "cuius regio, eius religio" is a Latin term meaning "whose region, his religion." Meaning the religion of the ruler is the religion of that land.

Stand Up Tall and Vote- a revisit in song

[Verse 1] Stand up tall and vote With your pocketbook From wise sources quote Think for yourself and look Think what unity can do [Pre-Chorus] What would you to protect? What issues do you value? What issues do you protest? Be someone that is civil [Chorus] Stand up tall and vote Stand up tall and vote Speak gently and be firm You've no cause to squirm In liberty come of God In liberty come of God [Verse 2] As a citizen of free people You've no cause to squirm It is not a hate crime to have a voice Nor is it against the law [Bridge] Expect tolerance, rejoice Hold your ground with grace Let truth stay in your mouth And fairness in your face [Chorus] Stand up tall and vote Stand up tall and vote Speak gently and be firm You've no cause to squirm In liberty come of God In liberty come of God

A Nation of Prayer- America

 

As a nation we've woven our trust In and acknowledge Almighty God And ask, once more, His provident hand be over us Humbly, we rededicate this land with awe He planted seeds And they gave root His laws, our deeds Growth that bears fruit Woven in our character Is to give thanks and obey Unto Him, our creator As His people, we pray We have always been And still are A nation of prayer We unite in prayer In suffering when We need care He is there We have always been And still are A nation of prayer We unite in prayer In great struggle, when through His hands Triumphs there We have learned In whom to turn For courage and strength To walk the path He wants for us In hope and faith and trust That prayer brings out the best in each of us

Inspired from Vice President JD Vance, in a speech May 17th in rededication of our country unto God.

The Soul of our Nation Rooted in Christianity

With true penitence of heart

In reverent devotion, publicly upon our knees

We give thanks and acknowledge

The providence of God who brought us across the sees

His Almighty hands plants dreams in our hearts

For ourselves, our families and our land

And we trust that even the seas He parts

To bless us as we do as He commands

He inspires us to seek for light

As we pray both day and night

That is what makes our nation bright

When dark clouds hang over us and cause us to doubt

We know to do what Christians through history have done

We place our eyes to heaven and turn our faith to God

And witness anew the love of the living Son

Shaping our homes across this great land

To become a city upon a hill shining bright

Expanding, innovating making things grand

While raising the next generation filled with truth and light

He inspires us to seek for light

As we pray both day and night

That is what makes our nation bright

From the deepest depths of any soul

To the limitless darkness of the unknown 

We know God is there, His glory is shown

If we seek Him, He makes Himself known

He inspires us to seek for light

As we pray both day and night

That is what makes our nation bright

Honoring our rededication to God, these thoughts were inspired by Secretary Marco Rubio.  https://x.com/SecRubio/status/2056063668706496588?s=20

The banjo and folk music has often been used as a tool for social change, addressing issues like civil rights and war.

A Rededicated America

 

inspired from:

AJ Inapi (Allan)

@aj_inapi

·

14h

Honoring America’s Rededication: A Grateful Heart from Papua New Guinea My dear American friends, From the warm shores and rugged mountains of Papua New Guinea, I write with a heart overflowing with respect and quiet emotion. My name is Allan, a Papua New Guinean who grew up in a Christian home, where faith in God was woven into daily life even if my own walk has been one of simple belief rather than deep devotion. https://x.com/aj_inapi/status/2055971814921363723?s=20

It takes an outsiders eyes to see and appreciate what a great nation we have!

From the grateful homes along distant shores

Midst the rugged mountains of other lands Christians are watching us rededicate ours Unto God and His laws He commands America, how deeply blessed are we As we remember our roots, our start The world is watching our homecoming Our giving of prayers as one of heart And we restate that all men are created equally and endowed with unalienable rights Repenting- for, corrupted, we have deviated From history, from those who had pledged their lives Blessed is a nation whose God is the Lord See them prosper in faith and innovate See them pour out treasure to those in need See them strengthening other lands, to liberate America once brought the message of God's love In the form of schools and hospitals with compassion As at home each division, we rose above For we recognized we were God's nation Renewed, we now put God back at the center Opening our doors for healing and unity once more To again be that shining city seen as one enters Showing God is faithful to those who serve the Lord This song was inspired by the words of AJ Inapi: Honoring America’s Rededication: A Grateful Heart from Papua New Guinea ...“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He chose for His inheritance.” (Psalm 33:12)

Like Never Before

Like never before

As more conflicts are on the attack

How we need the Lord

And a president who has His back

For our goodness and freedom

"America's superpower"

Comes from combined prayers for wisdom

To know God's will, hour by hour

It is through faith and prayer

Both individually and collectively

We've gained the freedoms we share

As a nation under God's sovereignty

In humility, this prayer

Both individually and collectively

Vowing to keep God's laws we share

In humility we pray for our liberty

President Trump Attends the National Prayer Breakfast Feb 5, 2026

https://youtu.be/QSUsXH3Ft6I?si=oo1uH8jykpccH9fg

 The video emphasizes several key religious points throughout the speeches by Pastor Paula White and President Donald Trump, as well as the concluding prayers:

• Importance of Faith and Prayer: The speakers repeatedly highlight that faith, prayer, and an awareness of God's sovereignty are paramount for the nation and the world. Prayer is described as "America's superpower." (0:26-0:29, 4:12-4:19, 1:22:06-1:22:08)
• Faith as a Public Good and Foundation of Freedom: The video states that President Trump views faith not as a private afterthought, but as a public good and the foundation of freedom, rather than a threat. (0:49-0:51, 4:06-4:08)
• Protection and Elevation of Religious Liberty:
  • The creation of the White House Faith Office is presented as an institutional elevation of faith in U.S. history, ensuring people of faith are partners in national and international affairs. (3:37-3:45)
  • President Trump is praised for championing religious freedom at home and abroad, defending persecuted believers, and ensuring America remains a nation where people are free to worship, speak, and live their conscience. (4:34-4:54)
  • The Johnson Amendment was effectively removed, allowing pastors to speak freely without losing their tax-exempt status. (57:51-1:00:41)
  • Service members dismissed for religious objections to vaccine mandates were reinstated with full pay. (1:02:27-1:02:46)
  • An executive order was signed to combat antisemitism, and a Department of Justice task force was set up to eradicate anti-Christian bias. (1:07:40-1:08:08)
• Personal Faith and Actions:
  • Pastor Paula White shares private anecdotes illustrating Trump's compassion, generosity, and efforts to help the forgotten and vulnerable, motivated by what was "the right thing to do," not political expediency. (1:34-1:54, 2:47-2:59)
  • The speakers suggest that religion is experiencing a strong comeback in the U.S., with increased church attendance and Bible sales. (46:16-46:22, 48:19-48:25, 49:08-49:15)
  • Trump announces an invitation for Americans to gather on the National Mall in May 2026 to rededicate America as "one nation under God." (49:55-50:20)
• Call to Action and Prayer for Leadership: The concluding prayers ask for wisdom, guidance, strength, and discernment for the President, emphasizing accountability to God and calling for his leadership to reflect the fruits of the spirit and be mindful of the poor and suffering. (1:23:14-1:27:55)

Citizens- It's Time

Some work to deconstruct authority
And reframe illegal criminals as victims-
Some protest so they can eventually
Destroy what makes America great, from within:

God, family, freedom, prosperity,, peace!

May our prayers for unity increase!

Citizens, it's time to be civil

And at the same time, honest

Freedom requires good people

Who contribute their best

The cartels made a killing, handling the border. Is there any other way to go after them besides ICE? 🤔 How are we going to eliminate trafficking? There's a lot of costly corruption and taking advantage of the government and communities. People who cross the border through the hands of the cartels have taken huge risks- their family, their soul.  They are at risk of making illegal choices, controlled by the cartel. What a mess we are in! We love immigrants, but we've allowed hard criminals to enter, unchecked.

Love Thy neighbor

And love God's laws

For victims labor...

From protests, pause

https://youtube.com/shorts/JOOvVP4Czc4?si=qabirdm6tBxlHtrU

[Verse 1] Some work to deconstruct authority And reframe illegal criminals as victims- Some protest so they can eventually Destroy what makes America great, from within: God, family, freedom, prosperity,, peace! [Pre-Chorus] May our prayers for unity increase! Citizens, it's time to be civil And at the same time, honest Freedom requires good people Who contribute their best [Chorus] Love Thy neighbor And love God's laws Love Thy neighbor And love God's laws For victims labor... From protests, pause [Verse 2] May our prayers for unity increase! Citizens, it's time to be civil And at the same time, honest Freedom requires good people Who contribute their best [Chorus] Love Thy neighbor And love God's laws Love Thy neighbor And love God's laws For victims labor... From protests, pause [Bridge] Some work to deconstruct authority And reframe illegal criminals as victims- But truth stands still When people stand tall May our prayers for unity increase! [Chorus] Love Thy neighbor And love God's laws Love Thy neighbor And love God's laws For victims labor... From protests, paus

Disinformation and Self-Evident Truth

The Internet's full of disinformation And this is more dangerous than one thinks For untruths never stay at one site, stationed But travel the world through a series of links After much labor and thought On God and his gift of freedom for man Our founding fathers sought to be taught And to pen inspired words from them In Thomas Jefferson's rough draft He called these truths we hold, sacred and undeniable Benjamin Franklin in the final edit Wrote, "We hold these truths to be self-evident" May we discover for ourselves What the definition of freedom means Line upon line, through time As we use them to pursue our dreams

It is hard to retract disinformation! People talk about AI being a threat as it becomes hard to know what's real. Is AI capable of unraveling disinformation? Will we next create something that unravels disinformation and AI to its origins? Do I even know 🤔 what I'm talking about?

Increasingly, we need to have the power of discernment and go back to old fashioned learning: line upon line- and discover truth for ourselves, through discovery! 

Imagine our founding fathers struggling to create a document detailing our freedoms.

We hold these truths to be self evident....

Those inspired words came through a process after the labor of combined thought.

https://americanheritage.org/self-evident-truth-a-philosophy-of-rights-in-the-declaration-of-independence/

"When American Founder Benjamin Franklin edited Thomas Jefferson’s rough draft of the United States’ Declaration of Independence, he changed the wording of one important phrase from “We hold these truths to be sacred and undeniable” to “We hold these truths to be self-evident.” The notion of “self-evident” truth is the idea that some truths do not require complex reasoning or evidence to prove. Such truths are simply understood by basic, original evidence and man’s innate moral or common sense. They are often called “first principles” upon which other truths and arguments are based. The Declaration of Independence of 1776 conveys the principle of self-evident truth in stating, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” This principle of self-evident truth contributes to the American understanding of and justification for a Creator God, the Law of Nature, and the equality and natural rights of mankind. While self-evident truth may hold value from a purely secular, scientific and rational standpoint"