Today, we face a different kind of threat—not from foreign powers, but from complacency, hostility toward truth, and disregard for our nation’s founding freedoms. As Christians and Americans, we must not be silent when liberty is under pressure. Like the Liberty Bell,...
In a quiet corner of Philadelphia stands one of America’s most enduring symbols of freedom—the Liberty Bell. Though it no longer rings, its message still echoes across the nation. The bell was originally cast in 1752 for the Pennsylvania State House (now Independence...
Tucked away in the heart of historic Philadelphia stands a building that quietly witnessed some of the most courageous decisions in human history. Independence Hall, once the Pennsylvania State House, is known today as the birthplace of the United States of America....
The patriots who met in Independence Hall didn’t just argue about ideas—they risked everything to secure freedom for generations to come. We walk in the legacy of their bravery. But freedom is fragile. The values they enshrined—religious liberty, moral law, and...
Many churches open their facilities to outside groups or host community events. While outreach is vital, churches must balance hospitality with prudent policies that protect the congregation and the ministry’s legal standing. “Let all things be done decently and in...
Churches and ministries operate uniquely in the employment sphere, often requiring protections that recognize their religious mission and values. The Apostle Paul reminds us, “For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for...
Years ago, a young girl and her family faced a daunting challenge when their church was threatened in court by restrictive local regulations that jeopardized their place of worship. Her parents were deeply worried about the future—not only for their church but for...
At the time in history when Matthew 5:13 was penned, salt was infinitely more valuable than gold, partly because of its preservative abilities. God says in this verse that, “Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be...
Bus ministries are vital. They have been responsible for bringing millions of children to Christ over many decades in America, children who likely might otherwise have never seen the inside of a church. We strongly believe that if any church has the resources and...
CLA is following several ongoing pieces of legislation that raise concerns for churches and Christians alike. While framed as promoting public order, portions of the language in this legislation could be interpreted to restrict open-air preaching, public witnessing,...
