My Responsibility To America

     Before we start to talk about our responsibilities we should be grateful that we are able to practice our own faith and we can stand up for our religion and speak up about it. We are here to be an example for the rest of the people out there who do not know any better and are falling in there lives. It is our responsibility to help them. We also have responsibilities of our own - respecting authority of both the church and government, evangelizing or spreading the word, donating time and money to church and those in need, tolerance and many more.

It is often thought that people should be forced to say the Pledge of Allegiance. However, what people fail to realize is it is not an american practice to force something on someone. For example, people for the most part

“Pledge Allegiance to our Flag” were all saying this words everyday in our lives. Our parents teaching us to say “Pledge Allegiance to our Flag” until we knew how to speak, we growing up become toddler, kid, teen and adult we all know this important words.

Why should we stand for the national anthem? Americans should stand for the U.S flag and the national anthem to take a few minutes to remember how it all began, as I mentioned earlier in this essay. We stand, not simply to appease ourselves or make political statements but to honor those ultimately and selflessly sacrifice their life for our freedom. When you fail to stand for the flag and the national anthem you dishonor those who did everything they could to make American a better place for all. Those who fought for civil rights, those who volunteer their own time to help others, those who stood up for those not strong enough to do so. While I am pointing out its more than just the military you should stand for you should stand for all Americans

The pledge is still said today to instill a sense of nation pride. People who believe the pledge should still be said and there should not be any controversy at all claim that if an American citizen is in America they should take pride in their country and say the pledge. According to Teach-nology “the main reason that the pledge of allegiance is said in schools is to instill a sense of patriotism amongst students. Some believe that it shouldn't be controversial at all because it the process is just what it is described as: a pledge. It is certainly far from being an oath which can bind a student against what they are saying.” There is no rule saying that you have to say every word of the pledge, if a certain part is offensive just do not say that

Since March 3, 1931, the Star-Spangled Banner has been instilled in almost every citizen in America as the National Anthem. It is ingrained that every person should show respect to the flag and the nation. In almost every classroom, students are told to stand facing the American flag with a hand over their heart and recite the pledge, or during any sporting, event fans are asked to stand to face the flag as a guest performer sings the National Anthem. This is an American tradition that everyone is expected to follow. However, what happens when someone decides to sit or take a knee during the time of the National Anthem? American citizens should be able to express their civil rights by choosing to sit or take a knee during the National

Our nation is not bounded by the race or religion of an individual, but by the values of freedom, liberty and equality. We as people should know our rights in order to protect us from any violations against our will, knowing your rights will help avoid other doing wrong by you. There are responsibilities that citizens of the United States follow, for examples paying taxes, voting, and obeying the law. The power of the United States come from the citizens in the United States, so it very important for people to understand their civic duties and responsibilities.

First and foremost, we, as children of God, have the right to receive mercy and grace. We also have the right to receive redemption and the forgiveness of our sins, the right to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We have been given the right to be able to bring glory and praise to Him. Along with these rights we do still have responsibility. Not to earn our salvation, but to show thanks to Him by bringing his truth of love, mercy and grace, out into the world, to those who do not yet know of Him. As Americans, we do still have rights given to us in the secular world, and we must stand firm in these rights being sure to not slack in our

Our posting may be different, our duties and gifts are not the same, but our job is to do His will and walk according to our calling. The role of a soldier is primarily to complete the mission that is assigned to him or her. Our mission is to do the will of our Heavenly Father. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (Matthew 28: 19-20

I feel it is my responsibility as an American citizen to offer you a critical perspective, in regards to the crisis in Syria, perhaps not seen through the eyes of someone in your distinguished position. Let me speak the words that a share of our fellow citizens have had silenced by the authority of power figures who claim that the United States has an obligation – an obligation to seemingly “mother” other countries, providing protection against any and all harm. I will admit that the conflict overseas is undoubtedly a tragedy and by no means should it be overlooked. However, it is not the responsibility of the United States to play peacemaker among nations, and it certainly does not allow for the disregarding of our own immediate issues.

The Pledge of Allegiance and “Star-Spangled Banner” are examples of compulsive patriotism in America that not everyone can see. The Pledge of Allegiance and the “Star-Spangled Banner” are orthodoxes Americans have recited for many years since they were created during the 1800’s. The Pledge of Allegiance was practiced everyday in the beginning of class, starting at kindergarten, having all the students and teachers participate. I do not call to mind ever learning about what the pledge signified or meant. Never did I ask myself why we said this pledge of allegiance every single day, it was just a mandatory order of each day. The “Star Spangled Banner” is the national anthem that is recited before sporting events and official government procedures. Both are traditions in America that show pride for their country, it’s freedom, and history.

The National Anthem also shows respect for the poor, and the ones that are currently fighting for our country. We should take time to think about

U.S citizens country-wide argue on the concept of our national anthem. For the majority of our existence, we have been told by society that it’s an obligation to stay standing for the glorious song of our nation. When the words of the anthem are coming out of your mouth, do you mentally understand the actual meaning behind it and do you really confide in it? The main conflict here is that for several months, a massive amount of attention has been drowned to the NFL players who have kneeled ‘Star Spangled Banner’. The public disputes on how those actions can be found disrespectful in many ways but the opposing side says that they aren’t willing to show respect to a flag that expresses oppression and racism.

I commend and appreciate your service with the United States Army. Protecting and serving our country is a job many can not do. I believe God has a calling for all of our lives, but it is on us to listen and follow his directions. I am looking to gain knowledge and a better understanding of the bible. It is my belief, learning from other rebellious groups, allow us to better understand each other beliefs.

In 1776, the United States was founded on the principles of freedom, unity, and equality. Over the centuries, these values have been at the center of progression in the United States. Gradually, these core values have evolved to what Americans uphold them as today, through those who are brave enough to stand up for what they believe, and influencing the moral necessity for change. Consequently, it is not a surprise that the recent protests against the National Anthem have brought forth so much turmoil in the media. While it is natural to take the side of those standing up for these essential values, we must also take into consideration the means by which these protests are taking place. Though for a good cause, the disease of racism and violence has plagued our country since even before its founding, we cannot allow ourselves to forget the thousands of men and women that have died in order to protect those values that America holds so dear. As a show of respect for those very men and women, it is also our moral duty to stand for the National Anthem, even when doing otherwise supports something as important as racism and police brutality.