George Washington's Sacred Fire by Peter A. Lillback

Written to correct the lies about George Washington's faith, this book does that and more. Many scholars now believe that Washington was a deist, instead of an evangelical Christian. However, during and after Washington's life historians, friends, and family all stated that he was a Christian. Peter Lillback, in his book, proves that George Washington was a Christian, and he accomplishes this quite well.

I found it amusing how modern day historians attempted to portray Washington as a deist by excluding evidence and jumping to conclusions. Additionally, they grafted their own modern way of thinking to a period of time that was much different than it was today. Also, their knowledge of Christian theology at that time of Washington is lacking. The historians state that Washington never mentioned Jesus Christ, but in his writings he uses theological names for Jesus such as "our gracious Redeemer," "Divine Author of Life and felicity," and "Giver of Life." Furthermore, in 1779, Washington declared to the Delaware Indians, who wanted to learn Christianity that "You do well to wish to learn our arts and ways of life, and above all, the religion of Jesus Christ. These will make you a greater and happier people than you are."

Many more instances in the book does the author refute the lies and distortions about George Washington. This book gave me a huge insight into how the Founders thought and especially how George Washington became such a good and godly man.

Rating: 10/10

Recommendation level: 10/10

Information level: 10/10

Desire to read again: 5/10

God bless . . .

~EGOE~OUT~