What does religious liberty mean to the next generation—and why should it matter to girls growing up in today's culture?

In this special Independence Day week's episode, co-hosts Rachael and Melissa explore the often-overlooked freedom that gives our daughters the courage to live out their faith boldly: religious liberty. As we celebrate our nation's founding this week, it's the perfect moment to pause and consider how this essential freedom empowers girls to stand strong in their beliefs, speak truth with grace, and be a light in a world filled with competing values.

You'll hear from American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay, who reminds us that our daughters don't have to wait until they're grown to live out their faith in the public square. Whether it's reading Scripture at a city council meeting or praying over a crowd at a national conference, girls can—and should—use their voices to glorify God and lead with conviction. This episode challenges moms and mentors to create space for these moments and to model a faith that is lived out loud.

Rachael and Melissa also share practical strategies for helping your girl understand and appreciate this freedom. From discussing the global cost of discipleship to inviting your daughter to serve, speak, or pray in public settings, you'll walk away with tangible ways to encourage boldness rooted in love. The message is clear: freedoms we don't exercise can be lost. But when we equip our girls to understand their rights and use them for God's glory, we help shape a future generation of courageous Christ-followers.

Don't miss this timely, faith-filled conversation that inspires families to raise girls who are not only grateful for their freedom but also ready to use it for Kingdom impact.

Referenced Scriptures:

• Psalm 57:9 – "I will praise you, Lord, among the nations; I will sing of you among the peoples."

• Matthew 5:14-16 – "You are the light of the world… let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."

• Galatians 5:13 – "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love."

• 1 Peter 3:15 – "But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer… with gentleness and respect."

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