God, Freedom, and the Declaration: Historian Explores America’s Miraculous Founding
From God, Country & the American Story With Billy Hallowell by Washington Times / Billy Hallowell
August 25, 2025 · 30 min · Episode 320
About this episode
Billy Hallowell interviews historian Bill Federer about the faith and history behind America's founding, exploring the Declaration of Independence and its biblical roots.
In this episode of The Washington Times' God, Country and the American Story, Billy Hallowell sits down with historian Bill Federer for a deep dive into the faith and history behind America’s birth. From the unique nature of the Declaration of Independence and the radical idea of making “the people the king” to Thomas Jefferson’s original anti-slavery language in the Declaration, Mr. Federer unpacks powerful historical nuggets as well as the biblical roots that shaped the founders’ vision for a new union. Discover how divine providence, unexpected allies, and even miraculous fog played pivotal roles in the colonists' fight for independence. As we look ahead to America 250, this conversation sheds light on the spiritual and historical forces that helped create and sustain a nation unlike any other. FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA: - Follow Billy on Twitter - Follow Billy on Instagram - Follow Billy on Facebook - Follow Billy on YouTube
People in this episode
Host: Billy Hallowell
Guest: Bill Federer
Topics covered
- American history
- faith
- Declaration of Independence
- founding fathers
- spirituality
- independence
Keywords
- America's founding
- historical faith
- divine providence
- independence
- founders' vision
- Thomas Jefferson
- radical ideas
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Declaration of Independence
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