because you are my followers. for you are the light of the world, like a city on the hilltop that cannot be hidden. no one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. instead, a lamp is placed on its stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. in the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see. that everyone will praise your heavenly father. respectfully, in jesus name. >> we come to you, heavenly father, in the name of jesus, with grateful hearts, thanking you for this great country that you have decreed to your people. we acknowledge we are a blessed nation with a rich history of faith and fortitude. with a future that is filled with promise and purpose. we recognize that every good and every perfect gift comes from