Independence Day

It is that time of year where we as Americans celebrate our independence. Our founding fathers wrote the Declaration of Independence to the British government because they were announcing that they where separating from the British Empire and why they where doing that. It was a way of saying we have the right to be free from oppression and that we had freedoms. One of the most recognizable parts of the Declaration is; "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."

In 1776 our founding fathers believed that freedom was worth fighting for, even in the movie Braveheart, William Wallace knew freedom was worth fighting for and the same holds true today. In our world today over 27 million people are victims of human trafficking (2013 U.S. T.I.P. Report), they do not have the freedoms that we enjoy as Americans each and every day. These people are hoping for an end to their captivity, a way out and a better life for them and their families. I believe that we are called to help bring an end to human trafficking and bring freedom to those that are captive. 

As we celebrate our freedom this week, let us remember those around the world that do not get to enjoy these same freedoms. Freedom has been, is, and will always be worth fighting for.

If you would like to help me bring freedom to those affected by human trafficking in the Philippines, please make a tax deductible donation today at worldoutreach.org/donations and select Robinson, Joshua - Philippines from the list. Every gift is important and I know that God will bless you in your life.