Did the Bible shape America’s founding? As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, questions about Christianity’s influence on American history are more relevant than ever. Was America founded as a Christian nation? How did the Bible influence the Founding Fathers? And what do historical documents and artifacts actually reveal?
In this episode of Truth Changes Everything, Dr. Jeff Myers sits down with Dr. Anthony Schmidt, Director of Collections and Curatorial at Museum of the Bible, to explore the Bible’s influence on America’s founding and development. Drawing from the museum’s Bible & America 250 initiative and Sacred Liberty exhibit, Dr. Schmidt examines the historical evidence behind America’s religious heritage.
Together, they discuss the Bible’s influence on the founding generation, the relationship between Christianity and religious liberty, and how Americans have appealed to Scripture in debates over slavery, freedom, and equality. They also address common misconceptions about America’s founding and consider what this history means for Christians today.
As America celebrates 250 years, what can its history teach us about the relationship between faith, freedom, and the nation’s future?
Learn more about Museum of the Bible’s Bible & America 250 initiative: https://www.museumofthebible.org/