David Evans
Christianity and the Constitution: Summary #4

Whenever someone thinks of the founding fathers the first person that probably comes to mind is George Washington. He was a legendary war hero during the revolutionary war and he was The United States' first president. Washington was a man of prayer and he is further proof that this country was founded on Christianity and it's ideals. When he was General of the American army Washington would even order or encourage fasting, prayer, and even attendance at religious services. He also deplored and prohibited drunkenness, gambling, and blasphemy. Four years later, Washington was chosen to chair the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. After this he became the first president of the United States. When he took office he added the inaugural oath “so help me, God.” His inaugural address also called “fervent supplications to that almighty being, who rules over the universe, who presides in the councils of nations, and whose providential aids can supply every human defect.”
Washington declared many days of prayer and thanksgiving while he was in office. Washington did these things because he believed that good government is a blessing and gift from god and therefore we should obey him, thank him, and pray to him. “National entities should seek forgiveness from God for national transgressions as well as individual transgressions.” Washington gave many sermons on how government and God should work together in order to let men live under civil authority. He believed that God has established rulers over men and civil rulers are therefore entitled to respect. George Washington was born on February 22, 1732. George received most of his education at home and he studied many christian writings. He became a true follower of God and a devoted patriot. Alexander Hamilton is another great founding father who was a