America’s Foundations & History Behind National Holidays | Scott Powell

In this episode of Uncommon Sense in Current Times, Peter Demos sits down with Scott Powell, author of Rediscovering America, to uncover the spiritual and historical foundations of the United States. From the Pilgrims' pursuit of religious freedom to the role of Christian revival movements like the Great Awakening, Powell connects the dots between America's faith-driven origins and its fight for independence.

🔥 Key Topics Discussed:
✅ Why mainstream history ignores the “why” behind America’s founding
✅ How the Reformation set the stage for religious freedom in the U.S.
✅ The Mayflower Compact and its role in shaping democracy
✅ Thanksgiving’s forgotten Christian origins
✅ How the Great Awakening prepared the colonies for revolution
✅ George Washington’s divine protection in battle
✅ Why rediscovering our history is critical for America’s future

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