I've been thinking a lot about this song. Visiting Baltimore, the place where this song was written probably triggered it. Then I sang it at least a half dozen times during the past week or so. It was enlightening to know that the flag that flew over Fort McHenry was created by five women, one of them was considered an indentured servant. What was even more enlightening, I thought was the timing of it all. Consider for a moment what would have happened if the armada had been able to breach the channel or if the land forces had been unsuccessful in their efforts. There had been every indication at the time that the prospects of being able to succeed were slim. The capitol of the free world didn't survive the onslaught of British troops and Washington D.C. burned. Yet, in midst of that dismaying news, it was decided to create a huge flag that would send a signal to the British that the people wouldn't give up.
I'm reminded that I can't give up either, not when I can make a difference. Right now, it does seem as if our country is heading down a deep, dark hole. Yet, I know God's timing is right. I know I have to trust him.
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