As America commemorates its 250th anniversary, many are reflecting on the nation’s history, heritage and future. Throughout his ministry, Billy Graham encouraged Americans to look beyond political or economic success and consider the spiritual health of the country. Decades later, his words continue to offer Biblical wisdom and timeless truth.

Read 10 quotes from Billy Graham on America:

• “As our country celebrates another Independence Day, may we all thank God for the freedom He has given us, and the opportunity to make a better life for ourselves and our families. May we never take our freedoms for granted–including our freedom of religion.” from My Answer by Billy Graham
• “The secret strength of a nation is found in the faith that abides in the hearts and homes of the country.” from Day by Day
• “As long as we are on this earth, we possess dual citizenship. On one hand we owe allegiance to our nation and are called to be good citizens. But we are also citizens of the kingdom of God. Our supreme loyalty is to Him.” from The Journey
• “The blood of Christ ‘purchased men for God from every tribe and language and people and nation’ (Revelation 5:9 NIV).” from The Journey
• “No form of government has been able to establish righteousness, justice, and peace, the three elements without which we can never have continued national prosperity or international peace.” from World Aflame
• “Just as America has grown and prospered within the framework of our Constitution, so Christianity has flourished and spread according to the laws set forth in the Bible.” from Peace with God
• “As the U.S. Constitution is the highest law of the land (in America), so the Bible is the highest law of God. The American Constitution itself was founded upon Biblical standards. It is the Bible that sets forth spiritual laws and records God’s enduring promises.” from My Answer by Billy Graham
• “The Pilgrims had vision and hope because they lived in the dimension of eternity. Their strength of spirit was forged by a personal faith in God, by tough discipline, and by regular habits of devotion.” from Breakfast with Billy Graham
• “America has probably been the most successful experiment in history. The American Dream was a glorious attempt. It was built on a religious foundation. Its earliest concepts came from Holy Scripture.” from World Aflame
• “We have so many problems going on in America today that we should be people of prayer. Our government needs prayer. Our leaders need prayer. Our schools need prayer. Our youth need our prayer. Our families need our prayers.” from Hope for the Troubled Heart

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