On September 17 – today – we observe Constitution Day, marking the historic signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. This foundational document, signed by 39 delegates in Philadelphia, is more than a legal cornerstone—it reflects the faith of its framers and the guiding hand of Providence. At organizations such as the formidable WallBuilders, they committed to highlighting the Christian roots that shaped this timeless charter.
The Constitutional Convention faced immense challenges: divided states, a faltering Articles of Confederation, and intense debates. Yet, the delegates’ faith anchored their efforts.
Benjamin Franklin
At 81, Benjamin Franklin called for Divine guidance, proclaiming, “God governs in the affairs of men,” and quoting Psalm 127:1: “Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.” Though his proposal for prayer wasn’t formally adopted, it underscored the delegates’ trust in God.
Most delegates were devout Christians, embedding Judeo-Christian principles in the Constitution, such as the Preamble’s “Blessings of Liberty” (echoing Psalm 33:12).
Constitutional Convention
Discover more about the Constitution and the Signers of the Constitution from these WallBuilders resources:
The Finger of God on the Constitutional Convention Constitution Hub Celebrating the Constitution Catechism on the Constitution Don’t forget to read the full Constitution today!
This Constitution Day, let’s honor the signers’ faith by studying the Constitution so we can defend their God-inspired framework!
Signers of the Constitution from these WallBuilders resources:
The Finger of God on the Constitutional Convention
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