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Are there exceptions to enumerated powers? In several of our articles including, “What are Enumerated Powers”, and others, we talk much about enumerated powers. We show how the original intent of our founders was that if the federal government is to have a given power, it must be specifically listed in the Constitution. In “Enumerated […]
The first few words of the Preamble of our Constitution are likely familiar to us. Those famous words begin, “We the People of the United States…” We may even remember a popular (and very important!) line from the Declaration of Independence which asserts that governments derive their just powers, “from the consent of the governed”. […]
In our articles entitled, “What are Enumerated Powers”, and “Enumerated Powers Defined in the Constitution”, we discussed the important, American ideas of Enumerated Powers and Limited Government. If done correctly, the role of the federal government would be limited to only those items specifically listed, or enumerated, in the Constitution. However, that begs the question […]
One evening I received a call on my old, out of date cell phone from my mobile phone company offering me an amazing deal. If I added a line to my plan, and committed to 2 more years of service, then they would give me a free, latest model iPhone! I had already been kicking […]
Hey… welcome yall… if you have been reading this blog for any period of time at all, you know how I like to write. I like to open with a fun, light hearted story that will illustrate the material that I want to cover… then I cover the material, and then maybe wrap it back […]
“Hey, come here, look at this!” My wife tilted the computer monitor so I could see it clearly. We have often been quite critical of our Representative in the U.S. House, and one of our Senators from Texas. Even though they run their campaigns touting conservative principles, all too often, they ignore the Constitution they […]
I’ve heard a story of a grandfather who gave his granddaughter an old, dusty car that had been in his barn for years. She was appreciative but didn’t really need a car, and she certainly wasn’t interested in the work of trying to restore the car, so she thought she would sell it. Someone took […]
INSIDE: What is a jurisdiction? Why do they matter? Why can’t the sheriff just grab his lunch and demand the restaurant give it to him for free? Imagine you’re having lunch at a local sandwich shop. The County Sheriff walks in and orders a sandwich. He proceeds to eat his lunch among the other customers. […]
In Federalist #45 of the Federalist Papers, James Madison, regarded as the Father of our Constitution, said, “The powers delegated by the proposed Constitution to the federal government, are few and defined. Those which are to remain in the State governments are numerous and indefinite.” To make sure it was clear to everyone, this same […]
Week 3 Free Digital Constitution Alive Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Constitution Alive Workbook included with your registration for class.. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you to read our […]
In the government our founders created and gave us, the voice of “We the People” is designed to be heard primarily through our representatives in Congress. Our founders were very careful not to place too much governmental power in any one entity, but the majority of federal power they did create was vested in Congress. […]
It is all too painfully familiar. Once again, our nation is reeling from a mass murder event. Once again, we mourn the loss of innocent life. Once again, we hear the stories and see the pictures of the victims of senseless violence. Once again, tyrants in public office want to misapply the murder of innocent […]
Hello again! In previous articles, “A Rare and Fun Day in a Constitutional Nerd Kinda Way”, and “What Can Congress Do?”, we have been working on covering all of the enumerated powers of Congress that are listed in Article 1, Section 8, of the U.S. Constitution. In many articles, we talk a lot about things […]
INSIDE: The purpose of the Constitution, and the government, is to secure rights given to people by God. The Constitution limits the federal government, not the citizens. I remember the story of a High School student who was planning his speech for the graduation ceremony. The school said that due to the “Constitutional” requirement of […]
I have always liked stories of Davy Crockett. As a Texan, in my mind, Davy Crockett will always be the legendary hero of the Alamo. Later in my life, I learned he was also a Congressman from Tennessee for several years prior to his fighting and dying for freedom at the Alamo. In his 1884 […]
Week 5 Who Has Authority? Free Digital Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. There is a free digital copy of the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you […]
If you’re a parent, you know that feeling you get when your child has been too quiet for too long. At some point, something clicks in your mind, and you realize you have had several minutes of uninterrupted silence… that’s not normal… what’s wrong? One day, a tired, young mom had this sensation. Where was […]
Resources and homework for Biblical Citizenship Week 4. Links that were mentioned in class and addition resources to dig deeper. Week 4 The Seeds of Liberty & the 30,000 Foot View Free Digital Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. The Constitution […]
Week 2 Free Digital Constitution Alive Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Constitution Alive Workbook included with your registration for class.. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you to read our […]
Week 4 Restoring the Republic We have created these resources to complement Patriot Academy’s Rebuilding Liberty Course. We pray they will be a blessing for you as you attend or lead a class. We invite you to share the link to this material, but please do not repost this information online. Thank you! This post […]
Week 1 Restoring the Declaration Principles We have created these resources to complement Patriot Academy’s Rebuilding Liberty Course. We pray they will be a blessing for you as you attend or lead a class. We invite you to share the link to this material, but please do not repost this information online. Thank you! This […]
Week 6 Can Christians Disobey the Government? Scriptures to Think About Blog Posts that Relate to Class Jason writes about jurisdictions, enumerated powers, original intent, and more on our blog. We invite you to read and leave a comment on the post. Contact us and let us know how many blog posts you commented on […]
Week 4 Is America a Christian Nation? Scriptures to Think About Blog Posts that Relate to Class Jason writes about jurisdictions, enumerated powers, original intent, and more on our blog. We invite you to read and leave a comment on the post. Contact us and let us know how many blog posts you commented on […]
Week 6 Free Digital Constitution Alive Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Constitution Alive Workbook included with your registration for class.. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you to read our […]
Week 5 Free Digital Constitution Alive Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Constitution Alive Workbook included with your registration for class.. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you to read our […]
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne […]
Week 8 Being Salt and Light Free Digital Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite […]
Week 6 Of Kings and Courts Free Digital Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. There is a free digital copy of the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite […]
Week 4 Restoring Limited Government We have created these resources to complement Patriot Academy’s Rebuilding Liberty Course. We pray they will be a blessing for you as you attend or lead a class. We invite you to share the link to this material, but please do not repost this information online. Thank you! This post […]
Week 3 Restoring Limited Government We have created these resources to complement Patriot Academy’s Rebuilding Liberty Course. We pray they will be a blessing for you as you attend or lead a class. We invite you to share the link to this material, but please do not repost this information online. Thank you! This post […]
Week 2 Restoring Religious Liberty We have created these resources to complement Patriot Academy’s Rebuilding Liberty Course. We pray they will be a blessing for you as you attend or lead a class. We invite you to share the link to this material, but please do not repost this information online. Thank you! This post […]
In Patriot Academy’s Rebuilding Liberty course, Rick Green has given us 12 Steps for Rebuilding Liberty. We have a free download of those 12 steps and they are also listed below. For a full explanation of these steps, please visit Patriot Academy’s 250th Celebration page. The 12 Steps for Rebuilding Liberty Take Action Today No […]
Week 5 How Should Christians Vote? Scriptures to Think About Blog Posts that Relate to Class Jason writes about jurisdictions, enumerated powers, original intent, and more on our blog. We invite you to read and leave a comment on the post. Contact us and let us know how many blog posts you commented on for […]
We hope you were able to join us for Movie Night! Letter to the American Church is an important movie for this day and age. We wanted to give you a few resources in case you would like to learn more. Talking Points from Letter to the American Church Letter to the American Church has […]
Week 3 The Purpose of Government Scriptures to Think About Romans 13:1-13 Blog Posts that Relate to Class Jason writes about jurisdictions, enumerated powers, original intent, and more on our blog. We invite you to read and leave a comment on the post. Contact us and let us know how many blog posts you commented […]
Week 2 Is Government Good for the World? Scriptures to Think About Blog Posts that Relate to Class Jason writes about jurisdictions, enumerated powers, original intent, and more on our blog. We invite you to read and leave a comment on the post. Contact us and let us know how many blog posts you commented […]
Week 1 Why Talk About Jesus and Politics? Scriptures to Think About Blog Posts that Relate to Class Jason writes about jurisdictions, enumerated powers, original intent, and more on our blog. We invite you to read and leave a comment on the post. Contact us and let us know how many blog posts you commented […]
Week 7 Religious Liberty Free Digital Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you to […]
Week 3 Understanding the Times Free Digital Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you […]
Week 4 Free Digital Constitution Alive Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Constitution Alive Workbook included with your registration for class.. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you to read our […]
Resources and homework for Biblical Citizenship Week 2. Links that were mentioned in class and addition resources to dig deeper. Week 2 Tending the Garden Free Digital Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back […]
Week 1 The Foundation and The Monument to the Forefathers Free Digital Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. There is a free digital copy of the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America Workbook. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain […]
Week 1 Free Digital Constitution Alive Workbook There is a free digital copy of the Constitution Alive Workbook included with your registration for class.. The Constitution Made Easy is in the back of the workbook. To access it, please follow these directions. Resources This post may contain affiliate links. We invite you to read our […]