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As we celebrate this July 4th holiday, is it possible for us to have the same impact as our forefathers did for future generations?

But what are important things to teach our kids about this upcoming Independence Day? Are there pieces of American history we can still be inspired by? There are so many layers of ick to sift through in American history, but are there stories of great men and women who furthered the cause of freedom for all?

While America celebrates independence, there’s a kind of freedom that outlasts nations and laws. See why Christ’s freedom changes everything, and pray these prayers to thank Him for those freedoms this Fourth of July.

The Fourth of July is quickly approaching, and it is the perfect time to pray for our country, our freedom, and our safety. While the Fourth of July is just another holiday for many people, it actually represents the freedom we have in America. By breaking away from England, we were able to have true freedom to speak, live, and believe. When we reflect on the Fourth of July this year, we need to remember to pray over this holiday and praise the Lord for giving us a wonderful country to call home.Countless men and women have lost their lives in order to preserve our freedom. Rather than turning a deaf ear to this knowledge or pretending as though it is nothing major, we need to remember those who have fallen, as well as their families. The Fourth of July only exists because we are a free country. Not every country has this privilege and blessing, therefore, we must not forget where we have come from. Through the dedication of men and women, America remains free and as Christians, it is a safe place to practice our faith.In order to preserve this freedom, we need to continue to pray to the Lord and ask for His help. The Lord is faithful and He will answer our prayers in accordance with His will (Romans 8:28). If you are not sure how to pray over this upcoming Fourth of July holiday, you have come to the right place. Here are six ways to pray over this Fourth of July.Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/4maksym

This Independence Day, we're not just celebrating our freedom—we're crying out for a spiritual awakening. Discover five powerful prayers to help ignite revival across our divided nation.

If you are not sure how to pray over this upcoming Fourth of July holiday, you have come to the right place. Here are six ways to pray over this Fourth of July.

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