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RECOGNIZING NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK

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On 2024-12-18, Representative Mary E. Miller (R-IL-15) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024)] [House] [Pages H7331-H7332] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Illinois (Mrs. Miller) for 5 minutes. Mrs. MILLER of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to talk about a national bestseller, a book that has changed the world and had a tremendous impact on my life, the Bible. I regularly pray the Apostle Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 5:9: ``Whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please Him.'' I want God to be glorified through every meeting I go to, every speech I give, and every vote I make. My husband and I strive to instill Biblical values in our seven children, and that foundation has provided them with the stability they need to weather life's storms, something they are passing on to our 20 grandchildren. [[Page H7332]] I firmly believe the Word of God is the answer to any problem we face in life, providing clear distinctions between good and evil. Psalms 119:105 says: ``Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.'' Our Nation is floundering because we have neglected eternal truth. We no longer respect life, the distinctions between men and women, the beauty of marriage and family, the value of hard work, or the danger of falling into debt. That is why following God's Word is essential to the success of our Republic. George Washington said: ``It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible.'' Psalms 18:30 says: ``As for God, his way is perfect. The Word of the Lord is proven. He is a shield to all who trust in Him.'' Whatever problems we face, political, professional, or personal, the answers are found in the Bible. Tyrants have tried to destroy it, but the Word of God endures forever. I urge my colleagues to take a few moments each day to read a couple of chapters, a psalm, and a proverb. I am confident it will change their life and our Nation. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024)] [House] [Pages H7331-H7332] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING NATIONAL BIBLE WEEK The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Illinois (Mrs. Miller) for 5 minutes. Mrs. MILLER of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to talk about a national bestseller, a book that has changed the world and had a tremendous impact on my life, the Bible. I regularly pray the Apostle Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 5:9: ``Whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please Him.'' I want God to be glorified through every meeting I go to, every speech I give, and every vote I make. My husband and I strive to instill Biblical values in our seven children, and that foundation has provided them with the stability they need to weather life's storms, something they are passing on to our 20 grandchildren. [[Page H7332]] I firmly believe the Word of God is the answer to any problem we face in life, providing clear distinctions between good and evil. Psalms 119:105 says: ``Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.'' Our Nation is floundering because we have neglected eternal truth. We no longer respect life, the distinctions between men and women, the beauty of marriage and family, the value of hard work, or the danger of falling into debt. That is why following God's Word is essential to the success of our Republic. George Washington said: ``It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible.'' Psalms 18:30 says: ``As for God, his way is perfect. The Word of the Lord is proven. He is a shield to all who trust in Him.'' Whatever problems we face, political, professional, or personal, the answers are found in the Bible. Tyrants have tried to destroy it, but the Word of God endures forever. I urge my colleagues to take a few moments each day to read a couple of chapters, a psalm, and a proverb. I am confident it will change their life and our Nation. ____________________