Plucking the Eagle's Wings

The American Revolution and the Children of Israel

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Although the United States was born in April 1775, it would not officially realize its freedom until September 3, 1783. In 1783, Great Britain recognized the independence of the colonies in the Treaty of Paris. After only eight years of struggle, America assumed her role in the destiny of nations. In like manner, Josiah became king not at his birth, but when he was eight years old. The Bible indicates that Josiah reigned for thirty-one years. This means that he died at the young age of 39. Thirty-nine years after the Revolution began, America, having survived another war with Britain, signed the Treaty of Ghent. This treaty forever ended America's conflict with Britain. Josiah's reign was seen as a bright spot wedged between the dark reigns of evil Jewish kings. At just sixteen, Josiah began seeking the God of his ancestors. During his reign, Josiah re-instituted the Law of Moses as the law of the land. He was responsible for restoring the Temple to its previous glory and ridding the land of false gods, false prophets, and places of idol worship. In the same manner, America has been a bright spot in a relatively dark history of the world. We have led the fight for freedom and human rights, and we have spread the Gospel of Christ around the world. In 1791, sixteen years after the Revolution began, we ratified a document called the United States Constitution. This Constitution ensured American liberties and served as a model for future societies. Remarkably, the first ten amendments to the Constitution are known as the Bill of Rights. They corresponded to the Ten Commandments outlined in God's Law. This is yet another example of how our form of government is based on the Bible. We can observe Josiah's story being illustrated throughout American history. Another interesting event happened in 1791. Plans were started that year to build a capital city which was to be built along the banks of the Potomac River. George Washington personally selected the sight at the head of the navigable Potomac where it meets the Anacostia. Virginia and Maryland donated land for the site. It was called Columbia to honor Christopher Columbus. Remember that Josiah would not allow the bones of the prophet to be disturbed. To the contrary, the king honored the Prophet's memory. To this day, the memory of Columbus is honored in America's capital district. One of Josiah's greatest accomplishments was the restoration of the disregarded House of God. I believe that the American Josiah 83