“One Nation Under God”
(Reverent • Inspirational • Faith and Freedom)
“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.”
— Psalm 33:12 (KJV)
Let banners wave in morning light, Let hearts lift high in prayer; For freedom’s flame was born of faith, And God’s own hand was there.
He led our fathers through the storm, He crowned their hopes with grace; He gave this land its noble dream— To seek His holy face.
When truth is loved and mercy reigns, The nation stands secure; When righteousness exalts the land, Its blessings shall endure.
So may our homes be altars bright, Our churches lamps of peace; Our children learn the Word of God, And love that will not cease.
Let every flag remind our hearts, Of Heaven’s guiding rod; For we are strong, we are free, When we are one — under God.
© 2026 Susan Barker Nikitenko — All Rights Reserved
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that.” — Martin Luther King Jr.
“We must be the watchmen on the walls of freedom.” — Ronald Reagan
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16 (KJV)
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” — Martin Luther King Jr.
“Freedom prospers when religion is vibrant and the rule of law under God is acknowledged.” — Ronald Reagan
“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” — Edmund Burke
🌿 Prayer for Our Church Family — July 28th
Gracious Lord, Thank You for the precious family You’ve gathered in this place. Fill our hearts with Your love, our minds with Your wisdom, and our steps with Your purpose.
Help us to walk in unity and peace, to speak kindness, and to serve with joy. Let our worship rise like morning light, and our fellowship shine with the beauty of Christ.
Strengthen the weary, comfort the lonely, and heal those who are hurting. Make our church a beacon of truth and grace in a world that needs Your light.
Teach us to trust You more each day, to love one another deeply, and to live as faithful witnesses of Your mercy.
🇺🇸 A Small Prayer for Our Country
Dear Lord, Bless our country with Your guiding light. Give wisdom to our leaders, strength to those who protect us, and peace to every home and heart. Help us to walk in righteousness, love one another, and seek Your truth in all things. Shine Your grace across our land, and keep us faithful to You.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
🕯️🎵 Devotional Lesson: “Lead the Way”
Theme: Following God’s Light Wherever He Leads Scripture: “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” — Psalm 119:105 (KJV) \
⭐ Opening Thought
Long ago, travelers carried lanterns to find their way through the dark. Today, we carry something brighter — God’s Word — a light that never fades. When we sing “Lead the Way,” we’re reminding our hearts that Jesus is our Guide, even when the path feels uncertain.
⭐ Story‑Lesson
One evening, a young girl named Anna was walking home from church with her family. The stars were hidden behind clouds, and the road seemed darker than usual. Anna held her little lantern tightly, watching its glow dance across the path.
Suddenly, she stumbled on a stone and almost dropped the lantern. “Daddy,” she whispered, “I can’t see very far.”
Her father smiled. “That’s all right, sweetheart. The lantern shows just enough for the next step. That’s how God’s Word works too — it doesn’t always show the whole road, but it always shows the next right thing.”
Anna looked down at the small circle of light and felt peace. She realized that following Jesus was like walking with a lantern — trusting the light to lead her safely home.
⭐ Lesson Truth
God’s Word is our lamp — it helps us see what’s right and what’s wrong.
Jesus is our Guide — He leads us through every season of life.
Faith means trusting His light, even when we can’t see the whole path.
When we sing “Lead the Way,” we’re saying, “Lord, I’ll follow You — step by step, day by day.”
© 2026 Susan Barker Nikitenko — All Rights Reserved
