Spirit of Independence Service | The Pursuit of Happiness with Josh Reeves

As we celebrate American’s 250 birthday, let’s return to some first principles. We speak of the American experiment at times as if we are lucky to have made it this far. Yet, early Americans understood some things perhaps more recent generations have forgotten. Take this idea of “The pursuit of happiness.” It didn’t mean “live your best life” in terms of having fun and accumulating wealth, but it meant a pursuit of ongoing learning, of embodying virtue, and endearing friendship, the kind that could withstand even the most fervent disagreements. These more than anything, are the foundation of a long-lasting democracy not only of country, but of spirit.