The book of St. John tells us, ‘For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.’ … We also have His promise that we could take to heart with regard to our country — ‘That if my people who are called by my name humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and heal their land.’ … To preserve our blessed land, we must look to God….Rebuilding America begins with restoring family strength and preserving family values.

Ronald Reagan, Feb. 9, 1982, National Religious Broadcasters Annual Convention