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A Study of the Book of Acts with Paul's Writings - Lesson 125 - Chapter 20 - I Pledge Allegiance To The Flag
What does it mean to pledge allegiance, and how should that commitment shape a Christian's life?
In Lesson 125 of the study of Acts and Paul's writings, Alan Smith examines the history of the Pledge of Allegiance and its connection to Baptist pastor Francis Bellamy, the author of the pledge and an early leader in the development of Vacation Bible School.
The lesson follows the pledge through its major revisions, including the change from "my flag" to "the flag of the United States" and the addition of the words "under God" in 1954 during the Cold War. These historical details lead to a larger…
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