Errand into the Wilderness…
It was interesting as I read the text dripping with piety as they described their “mission” to become a shining example of Christianity to the world. As their ambitions crumbled giving way to human nature, I was struck with a quote from the text…”Having failed to rivet the eyes of the world upon their city on the hill, they were left alone with America.” This reminded me of the circumstances we as a nation are facing now. Now we are left alone with America and all of the triumphs and tragedies present. We have some pretty deep political issues to solve. I believe we can look to the past for the remedy. Our strength lies within. It’s time to shoulder responsibility for our current state of affairs and quit wasting time assigning blame. The time is short and the need for great minds and quick thinking is dire. Where are the John Adams’ of our generation? Our errand is now upon us.
My girlfriend and I had over an hour long talk about this and the "City upon a hill" concept. She comes from a religious background and I from a historical background so it created great conversation and understanding for the both of us.
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