"In the first place, we should insist that if the immigrant who comes here in good faith becomes an American and assimilates himself to us, he shall be treated on an exact equality with everyone else, for it is an outrage to discriminate against any such man because of creed, or birthplace, or origin. But this is predicated upon the person's becoming in every facet an American; and nothing but an American ... There can be no divided allegiance here. Any man who says he is an American, but something else also, isn't an American at all. We have room for but one flag, the American flag ... We have room for but one language here and that is the English language ... and we have room for but one sole loyalty and that is a loyalty to the American people.” (Theodore Roosevelt 1907)
Most Americans agree with Teddy Roosevelt’s position on Immigration; and are offended by immigrants who make no attempt to learn our language or pledge allegiance to our flag and country. We are insulted if those who want to enjoy the advantages and benefits of America continue to speak their native language and fly the flag of their home country. We believe those coming to America should comply with our laws and be loyal to our country. “America, love it or leave it” is our position.
I wonder if the Lord has similar feelings toward those that have joined His family and then continue to live the old life; how disappointed is He with those refusing to live an obedient life? Read Roosevelt’s statement again substituting “Christian” for “American”. Now there’s food for thought.
Most Americans agree with Teddy Roosevelt’s position on Immigration; and are offended by immigrants who make no attempt to learn our language or pledge allegiance to our flag and country. We are insulted if those who want to enjoy the advantages and benefits of America continue to speak their native language and fly the flag of their home country. We believe those coming to America should comply with our laws and be loyal to our country. “America, love it or leave it” is our position.
I wonder if the Lord has similar feelings toward those that have joined His family and then continue to live the old life; how disappointed is He with those refusing to live an obedient life? Read Roosevelt’s statement again substituting “Christian” for “American”. Now there’s food for thought.
