Here’s a list of scriptures that align with the themes presented in each of Ronald Reagan's speeches you mentioned:
1. Religious Liberty (From Reagan's speech on the importance of religious freedom, 1981)
Scriptures:
- Matthew 5:10-12: "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven..."
- Galatians 5:1: "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free; stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."
- 1 Peter 2:15-16: "For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish people. Live as free people, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as God’s slaves."
2. Religion and Government (From Reagan's speech at the National Prayer Breakfast, 1983)
Scriptures:
- Romans 13:1-2: "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established."
- Matthew 22:21: "Then give back to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s."
- Psalm 33:12: "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance."
3. America's Role in the World (From Reagan's speech in the Capitol Rotunda, 1984)
Scriptures:
- Isaiah 60:1-3: "Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you. See, darkness covers the earth and thick darkness is over the peoples, but the Lord rises upon you..."
- Matthew 5:14: "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden."
- Micah 6:8: "He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God."
These scriptures reflect the themes of religious liberty, the relationship between religion and government, and America's role on the global stage.