100 Bible Verses That Made America: Defining Moments That Shaped Our Enduring Foundation of Faith

by Robert J. Morgan

Overview

Bestselling author Robert Morgan explores 100 Bible verses that powerfully impacted our leaders during defining moments in American history and reflects upon what these verses mean for us as a nation today.

100 Bible Verses That Made America is a tour through the biblical roots of American history—a powerful exploration of our country’s founders, leaders, and the critical moments that laid the foundation for the formation of the USA. Had there been no Bible, there would be no America as we know it. It is the Bible that made America.

When George Washington was sworn into office as our first president, he did not place his hand on the Declaration of Independence or the Constitution of the United States, as important as those documents are. Instead, he swore upon and even kissed the Bible to sanctify this important moment. The Bible, Washington knew, had ushered American history to this point.

While not every Founding Father was a Christian, each was knowledgeable about the Bible. And while none of them was perfect, many embraced a deep faith in the unfailing Word of God.

100 Bible Verses That Made America contains:

• Short, devotional-style chapters, each featuring a Bible verse and how it influenced a historical figure
• Engaging stories spanning from the Mayflower to modern day
• Vivid segments that emphasize the Bible as the cornerstone of American history

Journey with Robert J. Morgan as he shares the Bible’s role in the defining moments of American history and its impact on the people of our nation, reminding us of the beauty of faith and country and reigniting our passion for both.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780785222118
Publisher:	Nelson, Thomas, Inc.
Publication date:	02/02/2021
Pages:	384
Sales rank:	68,243
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 1.20(d)

About the Author

Robert J. Morgan teaches the Bible each week on his podcast, The Robert J. Morgan Podcast, and through his speaking engagements and his books, including: The Red Sea Rules, The Strength You Need, 100 Bible Verses That Made America, The 50 Final Events in World History, and Then Sings My Soul. He also serves as associate pastor at World Outreach Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Table of Contents

Prologue April 30,1789 The Invisible Hand xix

1 December 21, 1511 Antonio de Montesinos and His Blowtorch Matthew 3:3 1

2 April 20, 1534 Jacques Cartier and the Northwest Passage John 1:1 4

3 September 10, 1608 Jamestown 2 Thessalonians 3:10 7

4 July 20, 1620 The Pilgrims Ezra 8:21 10

5 September 22, 1620 The Mayflower Compact Psalm 107:30 13

6 April 8, 1630 The City on a Hill Matthew 5:14 16

7 September 8, 1636 The Founding of Harvard John 8:32 19

8 May 31, 1638 Thomas Hooker, the Father of Democracy Deuteronomy 1:13 22

9 December 29, 1649 "God Stept In and Helped" 2 Timothy 2:3 25

10 November 22, 1739 William Tennent's Log Cabin Seminary Acts 17:6 28

11 May 5, 1740 Citizens of Heaven 2 Corinthians 12:4 31

12 October 23, 1740 The News from Heaven John 3:7 34

13 July 8, 1741 America's Most Famous Sermon Deuteronomy 32:35 37

14 October 16, 1746 The Prayer That Sunk a Navy Romans 8:31 40

15 October 9, 1747 "I Dared to Rejoice in God" Isaiah 40:1 43

16 January 30, 1750 The Catechism of the Revolution Romans 13:1 47

17 June 7, 1753 The Liberty Bell Cracks the Case Leviticus 25:10 50

18 August 17, 1755 Divine Body Armor 2 Samuel 10:12 53

19 December 7, 1771 Sermon at an Execution Romans 6:23 56

20 March 5, 1774 Parson Parsons Galatians 5:1 59

21 September 7, 1774 The First Prayer of the Continental Congress Psalm 35:1 62

22 March 23, 1775 America's Orator Gives the Speech of His Life Jeremiah 8:11 65

23 April 19, 1775 The Shot Heard Round the World Joel 3:19 68

24 April 23, 1775 The Origin of America's Military Chaplains Nehemiah 4:14 71

25 June 17, 1775 The Boy Who Saw the Battle of Bunker Hill Psalm 62:8 74

26 January 21, 1776 The Fighting Parson of the Revolution Ecclesiastes 3:8 77

27 March 5, 1776 Dorchester Heights Exodus 14:25 80

28 May 17, 1776 When Politics Got into the Pulpit Psalm 76:10 83

29 August 29, 1776 The Fog of War James 5:16 86

30 May 28, 1777 The Prayers That Turned the Tide Ezekiel 45:9 90

31 September 30, 1777 A Speech to Bewildered Men Proverbs 18:10 93

32 October 26, 1777 Watchman, What of the Night? Isaiah 21:11-12 96

33 December 31, 1777 How Prayer Funded the Army at Valley Forge Exodus 35:21 99

34 September 26, 1780 The Sword of the Lord and of Gideon Judges 7:20 102

35 October 19, 1781 The Victory Sermon at Yorktown 1 Samuel 7:12 106

36 December 11, 1783 God's Instructions to a New Nation Micah 6:8 110

37 June 28, 1787 The Prayer That Saved the Constitution Psalm 127:1 113

38 October 26, 1788 Kindling the Second Great Awakening 1 Kings 10:7 116

39 September 26, 1789 The Founder Who Walked with God Genesis 5:24 120

40 November 26, 1789 An American Holiday Is Born Psalm 97:1 124

41 December 10, 1795 Invaluable Treasure 1 Peter 3:15 127

42 April 25, 1799 The Father of American Geography Psalm 11:3 130

43 June 6, 1799 Patrick Henry's Sealed Envelope Proverbs 14:34 133

44 June 4, 1800 Noah Webster and His Dictionary Acts 26:24-25 136

45 August 6, 1801 America's Pentecost Mark 16:15 139

46 July 11, 1804 The Death of Alexander Hamilton Acts 4:12 142

47 June 27, 1810 The Haystack Prayer Meeting Revelation 14:13 145

48 April 19, 1813 The Father of American Medicine Matthew 25:23 149

49 August 24, 1814 The Tornado That Saved Washington James 1:17 152

50 March 31, 1816 Circuit Riders Who Tamed the Frontier 1 John 3:8 156

51 May 11, 1816 "Give Me That Book!" Psalm 68:11 159

52 December 30, 1823 Preaching in Sodom Genesis 19:14 162

53 July 4, 1826 Benjamin Rush's Amazing Dream Matthew 5:9 165

54 April 23, 1833 The Nation's Schoolmaster Matthew 7:12 168

55 December 4, 1833 The Tappan Brothers 1 Corinthians 3:11 171

56 June 21, 1834 Better Make It a Hundred Romans 8:37 174

57 November 7, 1837 Freedom of the Press Jude 1:3 177

58 March 1, 1841 The Friend of Both Washington and Lincoln Psalm 65:11 180

59 May 24, 1844 The Artist Who Struck Lightning Numbers 23:23 184

60 June 8, 1845 Old Hickory's Firm Foundation 2 Peter 1:4 187

61 February 23, 1848 Death in the House John 11:25 190

62 September 17, 1849 Go Down, Moses Exodus 7:16 193

63 June 5, 1851 Book of the Century John 15:15 196

64 July 5, 1852 Frederick Douglass and the Fourth of July Isaiah 1:15 199

65 September 23, 1857 Revival Sweeps the Country Hebrews 4:16 203

66 January 1, 1863 The Day the Nation Felt Clean Revelation 19:6 206

67 July 5, 1863 Wrestling in Prayer for Gettysburg Colossians 4:12 209

68 September 6, 1863 Revival in the Ranks John 3:15 213

69 August 16, 1864 Providence Spring Numbers 20:11 216

70 April 14, 1865 Lincoln's Last Words Mark 11:22 219

71 November 20, 1866 The Christian General 1 John 1:7 222

72 March 4, 1881 The Prayer That Saved a President Psalm 86:16 225

73 December 6, 1884 A Virtual Bible Engraved in Stone Psalm 68:35 228

74 December 24, 1898 Christmas Eve in the War Zone Joshua 1:5 232

75 November 21, 1899 A President Like That Matthew 13:45-46 235

76 September 14, 1901 The Assassination of William McKinley Luke 22:42 239

77 March 26, 1905 The Queen of American Hymn Writers Deuteronomy 8:2 242

78 December 3, 1911 The Biblical Secret of America's Retailer Matthew 6:33 246

79 July 16, 1914 The Concoction 1 Thessalonians 1:5 249

80 July 12, 1917 The Book in the Trenches Philippians 2:16 252

81 March 4, 1933 May He Guide Me Proverbs 29:18 255

82 October 8, 1934 A Letter to Almighty God Romans 5:8 258

83 January 17, 1941 The Verse That Made Churchill Weep Ruth 1:16 261

84 December 7, 1941 From Pearl Harbor to Calvary Luke 23:34 264

85 February 3, 1942 The Four Chaplains John 15:13 267

86 June 6, 1944 FDR's Prayer on D-Day Matthew 6:10 270

87 December 14, 1944 Patton's Prayer for Clear Skies Judges 6:12 273

88 April 12, 1945 You Are the One in Trouble Now 1 Kings 3:9 276

89 May 14, 1948 The Rebirth of the State of Israel Deuteronomy 1:8 279

90 January 20, 1953 Eisenhower and His Preacher 2 Chronicles 7:14 283

91 August 28, 1963 Let Freedom Ring! Amos 5:24 287

92 March 15, 1965 Bloody Sunday Matthew 16:26 290

93 December 24, 1968 For All the People Back on Earth Genesis 1:1 293

94 January 22, 1973 The Conscience of an Honest Woman John 4:15 296

95 January 19, 1979 The Holy Spirit Was Present Romans 3:23 299

96 September 19, 1979 The National Day of Prayer Zechariah 4:6 302

97 August 7, 1982 Ronald Reagan's Remarkable Letter John 3:16 305

98 February 22, 1990 Why Did God Spare Me? Isaiah 40:8 309

99 September 11, 2001 The Day We'll Never Forget Psalm 23:4 312

100 February 7, 2019 The National Prayer Breakfast 2 Timothy 1:7 315

Conclusion The Miracle of America 319

Acknowledgments 323

Notes 325

About the Author 359

Editorial Reviews

'Within the pages of this book, Rob Morgan shows you how—from George Washington's inauguration to the National Prayer Breakfast—the Scriptures have played a major role in the life of America and its leaders. The stories recounted here will reveal the foundation of America's beginnings, stir a deeper love for the Bible, and increase your faith. May this book be a catalyst to once again bring an awakening to the hearts of our nation.'

Daniel Floyd

'What an incredible book. Rob Morgan masterfully demonstrates how the God of history is the same today and tomorrow. He skillfully integrates the truth about American history through story, scripture, theology, and an extraordinarily well-written narrative. His exceptional skill to tell 'the story' transforms this book into a compelling, enriching, encouraging, and insightful historical document that is both devotional and inspirational. This is a must-read for any person interested in a serious, honest study of the relationship between the Bible, Judeo-Christian principles, and American history.'

Dr. Vernon M. Whaley

'Robert J. Morgan has authored an exceptional book that covers the fine points of the making of America, coupled with one hundred Bible verses. His reach to pre-American influences is masterful, as is his intertwining of significant events (the death of Alexander Hamilton, prayers by George Washington, FDR, and Eisenhower, for example) that unfolded to arguably make America what it is today—though a keen thinker might proffer that America is decisively, if not hopelessly, divided today. If there is hope for unity in the current day of political reality in America, perhaps this careful pathway offered by Morgan is a helpful assist to the national conversation.'

Dr. Michael D. Charles

'The spiritual history of America lives in the latest book by my friend Robert J. Morgan: 100 Bible Verses That Made America. I am so grateful for this inspiring and exciting description of great Americans and their faith and the principles that make our nation great.'

Dr. Jack Graham

'I must confess, I cried off and on all the way through the reading of this book. The stories of sacrifice and faithfulness of regular human beings who used the Word of God as their compass brought me to my knees. No doubt, if we today would use the same guiding tool, God might 'forgive our sins and heal our land.' 'Robert J. Morgan, a master storyteller, has done the hard work of finding true stories and breathing life into them so we may be challenged to walk boldly in the twenty-first century. I accept the challenge and will be using this book as a daily devotional. This book bolsters my courage to stand strong for the cause of Christ.'

Kay DeKalb Smith

'The US has been built on the Bible since the pilgrims crossed the Atlantic. Throughout history the scriptures have inspired us to ingenuity, comforted us in trials, and given us a template to care well for one another. In 100 Bible Verses That Made America, you'll be encouraged to learn afresh how the foundation of our country—and of your life—is grounded on the solid rock of Scripture.'

Gregg Matte

'For years debate has raged over a simple question: Was America founded as a Christian nation? That discussion brings emotions to the surface from all sides of the political spectrum. The very fact that good and evil coexist in our Western culture makes it impossible to provide a clear and crisp answer. But one thing is for sure: Christianity and the ideas of the Enlightenment merged on the shores of a young America. The wisdom of the Bible leaked into the culture of the New World and created a conscience, individually and collectively, that is evident to this day. Rob Morgan persuasively captures this theme most effectively in 100 Bible Verses That Made America. Reflect on it. Share it with your children and your children's children.'

Edward M. Smith

'Rob Morgan is a pastor with a heart for people to know God. 100 Bible Verses That Made America is a great reminder of our heritage of faith. If we forget our history, we are adrift. We are all indebted to Rob for directing us toward Gods involvement with our national destiny. I highly recommend this book for all who wonder if God is still at work in the earth.'

Allen Jackson

'Rob is one of the most gifted storytellers of our time. In 100 Bible Verses That Made America, he uses his knack for story to trace the staples of Scripture in structuring and sturdy our nation, past and present—how the Bible is the foundation of America's plight to provide liberty and justice for all. Bravo, Rob!'

singer-songwriter and cohost of Dinner Conversatio Andrew Greer

'Robert J. Morgan sets out with undeniable clarity the reliance on Scripture by many of our most important government leaders throughout history. It is irrefutable that the structural foundation and underpinnings of our great country are in large part rooted in the Word of God. I encourage you to be involved in the political process and to study this book.'

William L. Waller Jr.

'Rob Morgan is a student of the Bible. He is also a student of American history. 100 Bible Verses That Made America explores the crossroads of faith and our nation's freedoms, of Scripture and one nation's statehood.'

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Mark Lowry

'I love the simple but powerful way Robert J. Morgan connects us to our nation's past. His simple layout allows me to memorize these verses and appreciate their significance. These one hundred Bible promises are God-breathed. The one hundred stories are God-blessed.'

Grace Ministries founder and president Greg Vaughn

'America needs this book to point us to the Book! I've always loved biographies and history. Throw in the Gospels, and I'm caught hook, line, and sinker. Americans have long been told the United States and its educational system were founded on Judeo-Christian principles. Robert J. Morgan shares proof of this in a compelling, documented manner. Oh, how we need to return to our biblical foundations. I love this book!'

Dr. Lyn Cook

'America needs this book to point us to the Book! I've always loved biographies and history. Throw in the Gospels, and I'm caught hook, line, and sinker. Americans have long been told the United States and its educational system were founded on Judeo-Christian principles. Robert J. Morgan shares proof of this in a compelling, documented manner. Oh, how we need to return to our biblical foundations. I love this book!' —Dr. Lyn Cook, co-owner, Cooks Pest Control, and author, Employee Number 2

'For years debate has raged over a simple question: Was America founded as a Christian nation? That discussion brings emotions to the surface from all sides of the political spectrum. The very fact that good and evil coexist in our Western culture makes it impossible to provide a clear and crisp answer. But one thing is for sure: Christianity and the ideas of the Enlightenment merged on the shores of a young America. The wisdom of the Bible leaked into the culture of the New World and created a conscience, individually and collectively, that is evident to this day. Rob Morgan persuasively captures this theme most effectively in 100 Bible Verses That Made America. Reflect on it. Share it with your children and your children's children.' —Edward M. Smith, PhD, president, Williamson College

'I love the simple but powerful way Robert J. Morgan connects us to our nation's past. His simple layout allows me to memorize these verses and appreciate their significance. These one hundred Bible promises are God-breathed. The one hundred stories are God-blessed.' —Greg Vaughn, Grace Ministries founder and president

'I must confess, I cried off and on all the way through the reading of this book. The stories of sacrifice and faithfulness of regular human beings who used the Word of God as their compass brought me to my knees. No doubt, if we today would use the same guiding tool, God might 'forgive our sins and heal our land.' 'Robert J. Morgan, a master storyteller, has done the hard work of finding true stories and breathing life into them so we may be challenged to walk boldly in the twenty-first century. I accept the challenge and will be using this book as a daily devotional. This book bolsters my courage to stand strong for the cause of Christ.' —Kay DeKalb Smith, singer, speaker, humorist

'Rob is one of the most gifted storytellers of our time. In 100 Bible Verses That Made America, he uses his knack for story to trace the staples of Scripture in structuring and sturdy our nation, past and present—how the Bible is the foundation of America's plight to provide liberty and justice for all. Bravo, Rob!' —Andrew Greer, singer-songwriter and cohost of Dinner Conversations with Mark Lowry and Andrew Greer

'Rob Morgan is a pastor with a heart for people to know God. 100 Bible Verses That Made America is a great reminder of our heritage of faith. If we forget our history, we are adrift. We are all indebted to Rob for directing us toward Gods involvement with our national destiny. I highly recommend this book for all who wonder if God is still at work in the earth.' —Allen Jackson, pastor, World Outreach Church, Murfreesboro, Tennessee

'Rob Morgan is a student of the Bible. He is also a student of American history. 100 Bible Verses That Made America explores the crossroads of faith and our nation's freedoms, of Scripture and one nation's statehood.' —Mark Lowry, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter

'Robert J. Morgan has authored an exceptional book that covers the fine points of the making of America, coupled with one hundred Bible verses. His reach to pre-American influences is masterful, as is his intertwining of significant events (the death of Alexander Hamilton, prayers by George Washington, FDR, and Eisenhower, for example) that unfolded to arguably make America what it is today—though a keen thinker might proffer that America is decisively, if not hopelessly, divided today. If there is hope for unity in the current day of political reality in America, perhaps this careful pathway offered by Morgan is a helpful assist to the national conversation.' —Dr. Michael D. Charles, chaplain (COL) USA, ret., veteran of seven deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq

'Robert J. Morgan sets out with undeniable clarity the reliance on Scripture by many of our most important government leaders throughout history. It is irrefutable that the structural foundation and underpinnings of our great country are in large part rooted in the Word of God. I encourage you to be involved in the political process and to study this book.' —William L. Waller Jr., Chief Justice of Mississippi, BG (R) MSARNG

'The spiritual history of America lives in the latest book by my friend Robert J. Morgan: 100 Bible Verses That Made America. I am so grateful for this inspiring and exciting description of great Americans and their faith and the principles that make our nation great.' —Dr. Jack Graham, pastor, Prestonwood Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas

'The US has been built on the Bible since the pilgrims crossed the Atlantic. Throughout history the scriptures have inspired us to ingenuity, comforted us in trials, and given us a template to care well for one another. In 100 Bible Verses That Made America, you'll be encouraged to learn afresh how the foundation of our country—and of your life—is grounded on the solid rock of Scripture.' —Gregg Matte, pastor, First Baptist Church, Houston, Texas

'What an incredible book. Rob Morgan masterfully demonstrates how the God of history is the same today and tomorrow. He skillfully integrates the truth about American history through story, scripture, theology, and an extraordinarily well-written narrative. His exceptional skill to tell 'the story' transforms this book into a compelling, enriching, encouraging, and insightful historical document that is both devotional and inspirational. This is a must-read for any person interested in a serious, honest study of the relationship between the Bible, Judeo-Christian principles, and American history.' —Dr. Vernon M. Whaley, dean, School of Music, Liberty University

'Within the pages of this book, Rob Morgan shows you how—from George Washington's inauguration to the National Prayer Breakfast—the Scriptures have played a major role in the life of America and its leaders. The stories recounted here will reveal the foundation of America's beginnings, stir a deeper love for the Bible, and increase your faith. May this book be a catalyst to once again bring an awakening to the hearts of our nation.' —Daniel Floyd, founding and senior pastor, Lifepoint Church, Fredericksburg, Virginia

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