{"id":10646,"date":"2011-07-05T11:44:32","date_gmt":"2011-07-05T16:44:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/buddymartin.net\/blog\/?p=10646"},"modified":"2020-01-10T17:17:32","modified_gmt":"2020-01-10T17:17:32","slug":"the-goshen-of-america","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buddymartin.org\/blog\/2011\/07\/05\/the-goshen-of-america\/","title":{"rendered":"The Goshen of America"},"content":{"rendered":"

“Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, ‘Your father and your brothers have come to you. The land of Egypt is at your disposal; settle your father and your brothers in the best of the land, let them live in the land of Goshen;<\/span><\/strong> and if you know any capable men among them, then put them in charge of my livestock.'”<\/em> (Gen 47:4-6)<\/span><\/p>\n

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J<\/span>ournal,<\/p>\n

There is no question in my mind that the United States of America is a God-created nation. From sea to shining sea we are unique in all the world. We\u00a0are a fiercely independent people united as one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.<\/p>\n

The one major reason that makes America so unique in the world is that our government was set in place by the founders based upon Christian core values. And to this day 78.4% of Americans associate themselves with the Christian faith. (1.7% Jewish; .6% Muslim; .7% Buddhist; .4% Hindu; 16.1% Unaffiliated. [Statistics by ‘The Pew Forum<\/span>])<\/p>\n

Note: On a world-wide basis 33% of the world’s population associate with Christianity, 19:6% Muslims, Hindus 13.4%<\/span><\/p>\n

It is our Christian core values that has made American a beacon to the world. And while the United States is overwhelmingly Christian, yet it was the wisdom of our founders not to set up a state religion. We offer freedom to all who come to us.<\/p>\n

Thus the compassion of America is best seen in the poem by Emma Lazarus on the Statue of Liberty:<\/p>\n

“Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame,<\/strong>\u00a0\"\"<\/strong>
\nWith conquering limbs astride from land to land;
\nHere at our sea-washed, sunset gates shall stand
\nA mighty woman with a torch, whose flame
\nIs the imprisoned lightning, and her name,
\nMother of Exiles. From her beacon-hand
\nGlows world-wide welcome; her mild eyes command
\nThe air-bridged harbor that twin cities frame.
\n<\/strong><\/span>‘Keep, ancient lands, your storied pomp!’<\/em><\/strong><\/span> cries she
\nWith silent\u00a0lips. <\/strong><\/span>‘Give me your tired, your poor,<\/em><\/strong><\/span>
\n Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,<\/em>
\n The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.<\/em>
\n Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed\u00a0to me,<\/em>
\n I lift my lamp beside the golden door!<\/em><\/strong><\/span>‘<\/strong><\/span>“<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Our Southern Bible Culture<\/span><\/h4>\n

I like to refer to our southern states as the ‘Goshen’ of America.\u00a0What may seem odd is that statistics consistently show that the most patriotic people in America to this day are from the South.\u00a0We southerners fully accept that it was God’s providence that this nation not be divided into two nations.<\/p>\n

Probably the least understood issue has to do with the Civil War itself. The Civil War wasn’t actually a civil war in the truest sense. A civil war is about taking over the government of a nation by a faction. The southern states wanted to see two nations who could co\u00f6perate on the world scene in matters that involved both nations.<\/p>\n

What is called the civil war was actually about succession. All the states held to the right of succession. While slavery was an issue it was not the dominate issue. (Slavery was on its way out in short time.)<\/p>\n

For southerners the war was more about independence and culture. The south had a strong Bible emphasis built into their culture. It was not the same with the northern states. It remains that way even today.<\/p>\n

According to Gallup polls the ten most religious states are: (Kentucky and Texas share same %. Notice the Bible Belt largely makes up the Southern Confederacy.)<\/p>\n

85% Mississippi<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Bible Belt of America<\/span><\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n

82% Alabama<\/span>
\n 80% South Carolina<\/span>
\n 79% Tennessee<\/span>
\n 78% Louisiana<\/span>
\n 78% Arkansas<\/span>
\n 76% Georgia<\/span>
\n 76% North Carolina<\/span>
\n 75% Oklahoma<\/span>
\n 74% Kentucky<\/span>
\n 74% Texas<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0The ten least religious states:<\/p>\n

42% Vermont<\/span>
\n 46% New Hampshire<\/span>
\n 48% Maine<\/span>
\n 48% Massachusetts<\/span>
\n 51% Alaska<\/span>
\n 52% Washington<\/span>
\n 53% Oregon<\/span>
\n 53% Rhode Island<\/span>
\n 54% Nevada<\/span>
\n 55% Connecticut<\/span><\/p>\n

A Southern Migration<\/span><\/h4>\n
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Coming Home<\/p><\/div>\n

But why? Why has there been for the past several years a migration from the north to the southern states? The short answer has to do with culture.<\/p>\n

In the South you find a culture built around generations of a strong Bible emphasis. Out of this emphasis comes friendliness, hospitably, a special ‘spiritual’ kinship, and a genuine care for one another.<\/p>\n

It is so sad how the South has often been displayed over time. ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’ was written by a woman who had never been to the south nor had she ever been on a plantation. (Harriet Beecher Stowe.)<\/p>\n

For those who would like to read up on the real culture of the South, I recommend, ‘The Politically Incorrect Guide to The South (and Why It Will Rise Again) by Clint Johnson. (There is also a Politically Incorrect Guide to the Civil War.)<\/p>\n

There are a couple of movies that can help people gain a better understanding of southern culture: Gods and Generals, and, ‘The Outlaw Josey Wales. (Directed and starred in by Clint Eastwood).<\/p>\n

Yes, it really is about culture. And, yes, I dearly love the United States of America. My family has fought in every war of this nation from the Revolutionary War on. We southerners love ‘Old Glory.’ We’ve fought for her and will fight for her again.<\/p>\n

And by the way, the North really needs us. (Think about it. Whoever heard of ‘Northern Gospel Music.<\/span>)<\/span><\/p>\n

As for culture take time to view this clip, titled, ‘<\/p>\n

A Tribute To Our Black Confederate Heroes<\/span><\/p>\n

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In love with Jesus,<\/p>\n

B<\/span>uddy<\/p>\n

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