In a time of growing division, doubt, and moral uncertainty, America stands at a crossroads. Having been a nation founded on faith in God and His guidance, we are now witnessing a society being severed—leading to cultural decline, political division, and moral decay. In his thought-provoking book, Covenant With God: A Biblical and Historical View at Healing Our Nation, author David L. Mahan issues a call to Americans to remember their spiritual heritage and vow a renewed commitment of faith in God.
Mahan’s book delves into the concept of covenants—God’s and His people’s covenant vows. Just as biblical leaders such as Moses, David, and the Israelites were summoned to hold true to their obligations, Mahan argues that America too has a covenant responsibility. Mahan follows America’s history of reliance on faith, from the prayers of the Founding Fathers to the evangelical revivals that characterized its moral topography. But he warns that the further we stray from these ideals, the further we stray from the very blessings that made us great.
With compelling history-telling, scripture, and lessons from everyday life, Covenant With God calls all to reconsider how they could restore faith in God as America’s moving principle. Renewal begins, Mahan says, at an individual level—through repentance, prayer, and unwavering commitment to live in biblical principles. Mahan cites history’s examples of spiritual renewal to demonstrate how it came about that groups of people collectively repented to turn toward God.
“With every great country, there comes a moment of reckoning,” Mahan states. “Are we prepared to go back to the values that once defined us? Or shall we continue down the slippery slope with a process of spiritual and moral decline?” This book is both a warning and call—to leaders, churches, and individuals to stand up for faith, integrity, and healing in the country.
Covenant With God is not just a history of America; it is a roadmap for our nation’s future. Mahan provides tangible actions to renew faith in ordinary life, challenging readers to embrace prayer, tap into the wisdom of scripture, and experience acts of service in the local community. He believes that by reclaiming our relationship with God, we can foster a cultural change that unites, practices compassion, and provides hope.
For those who feel disheartened by the current state of affairs, Covenant With God offers a message of encouragement and healing. It reminds us that no matter how far we stray, God’s grace and guidance are always available to those who seek Him. America’s future is not set in stone—it is shaped by the choices we make today.
Mahan’s book is a must-read for believers, history enthusiasts, and anyone searching for a way to reconcile faith with the challenges of modern society. As America stands at a defining moment, Covenant With God serves as a beacon of light, guiding the nation back to its spiritual foundation.