Celebrating Independence Through a Christian Lens
Teaching Freedom: American History in July
As fireworks light up the sky and we celebrate the birth of our nation, there’s no better time to explore the story of America in your homeschool. Use our Founders’ Faith & Freedom Timeline. Our American History materials are foundational in guiding students through the founding principles, Christian influences, and courageous leaders who shaped this country.
Faith. Freedom. Foundation.
Teach your children that liberty is not just a political concept—it’s a spiritual blessing.
God’s hand is evident in the story of America. Use this timeline to spark discussion, reflection, and gratitude during your Independence Day homeschool week.
Explore the legacy of liberty through key events and faithful reflections from America’s founders with this Founders’ Faith & Freedom Timeline.
📜 Timeline (Dates & Events)
July 2, 1776
The Continental Congress votes for independence from Britain.
➡️ “It is done.” – John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail about this date, believing July 2 would be celebrated for generations.
July 4, 1776
The Declaration of Independence is adopted.
➡️ “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal…” – Declaration of Independence
➡️ “It cannot be emphasized too strongly that this great nation was founded… by Christians.” – Patrick Henry
July 8, 1776
First public reading of the Declaration in Philadelphia.
➡️ Crowds cheered as the Liberty Bell rang from Independence Hall.
➡️ “Proclaim liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof.” – Leviticus 25:10 (inscribed on the Liberty Bell)
July 1777
Congress establishes July 4 as a national day of celebration.
➡️ Church bells, fireworks, and public prayers mark the day.
➡️ “It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God…” – George Washington
July 4, 1826
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both die on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration.
➡️ Adams’ final words: “Thomas Jefferson survives.”
➡️ Jefferson: “God who gave us life gave us liberty.”
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