Spirit of America

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"Spirit of America" is set to music by Randy Travis. The song was written the Saturday after September 11, 2001. The following Monday, FBL staff had the privilege of hearing Randy Travis sing his new song over the phone. This spot, created to address a particular moment in time, shows that America has had challenges throughout its history, but has always stood strong because of its people.

Video Transcript

She stands in the face of evil
And will not lose hope or faith
America the land of freedom
Is still the home of the brave

So raise the banner called Ol'Glory
Let us join our fellow man
History will write the story
America will always stand

History will write the story
America will always stand

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0	shirley darlene hancock 22 days ago from nixa, missouri thank you values.com for supporting clean movies for families to watch, i now have the pixl channel and watch that the majority of the time and thank you for the beautiful song america by randy travis, it makes me cry everytime i hear it and remember how our america was once united in values and morals, brings back wonderful memories of the america i knew and loved
1	Bette 30 days ago from Duluth Spirit of America is my favorite. I do not care what I am doing I stop to watch. I think it is beautiful and never get tired of watching it. Thank you. It is what I feel.
2	RT 4 months ago from Colorado just watched your video on Ch 5 this am 10/17/11- they ran it a couple of times! Very Good!
3	barb lewis 5 months ago from Katy TX Saw this beautiful video today.. Love the spirit of America!
4	Ben Routh 6 months ago from Asheboro North Carolina This song and video should touch the heart and soul of all those concerned about our country. Never have I seen our nation so fractured. Never in my life has our country come so close to the brink yet when I watch this video I am reminded of what makes America so wonderful..... We the people, the people who get up every day and help someone or provide for their families, we the people who do something for this country not sit around and wait for assistance. GOD BLESS AMERICA THE LAND I LOVE.
5	Gdel 6 months ago from Lake Powell, AZ WHEN I HEAR ONE OF YOUR COMMERCIALS, I STOP WHATEVER I'M DOING... RUN TO THE TV AND TURN UP THE VOLUME...YOUR PROMOTING US, "THE PEOPLE" THANKS!
6	Gary Lee Langston 8 months ago from Silver Springs, Florida Bless America again
7	Jim 8 months ago from Boise, Idaho A moving commercial clip! Excellently done by Randy Travis! So true after "9/11", but also even more appropriate today as we approach the 4th of July! Our great country needs more "patriotic" reminders such as this commercial. Thanks values.com!!!
8	Claudia 11 months ago from Oregon Every single one of your segments has such a strong message for all of us. It would be nice if we were to see them more often on t.v. If we all make these values a priority and practice them on our daily life the world would be in a much better spot! Thanks for the reminder and it is never too late! I have passed the link to other educators in an effort to start implementing these messages on our daily lessons for all our children in schools.
9	Vicki J. about 1 year ago from Citrus Heights, CA I just watched every one of your spots. It started out of curiousity. Then, a professor assigned a response discussion about commercials, persuasion and marketing. Thanks to your organization, I have regained my hope for a better world, one person at a time. I don't know about persuasion, but INSPIRATION - PASS IT ON.
10	April about 1 year ago from Arizona I just watched every video here. I BELIEVE in a better America. I have 7 month old twins. I want better for them in their years of growing up and I believe you have made it possible.
11	Michael K about 1 year ago from Michigan As I watch the tragedy is Tuscon unfold, I sit and read the personal attacks by people online, blaming our political environment. I posted this commercial to remind people of the strength of our nation and our need to be "one nation."
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22	William F over 1 year ago from Brooklyn, NY I just saw your video and like others I cried. I would see the towers every day walking down my street. I also admire that some people feel its important we see the true cost off the war, and with the flagged coffin pictures we got to see how expensive it really is. Bless you for your courage to show them.
23	Stella T. over 1 year ago from New Mexico My granddaughter mentioned this site, so I was going to just check it out. couldn't stop til I had looked at all of them, some brought laughter and some tears but all a positive hope and renewed faith in our country and it's people and a true thankfulness for those who protect our freedom and liberty - we can help by trying to live up to the standards you are portraying - thank you for the GOOD News!
24	Mary M over 1 year ago from San Francisco I just love this...what a great reminder we need to be vigilant to protect our great country and people. There is so much possibility in the people in America...God shed his grace on thee...
25	Hannah W. almost 2 years ago from San Jose, CA I just saw your cafeteria commercial on TV, and at the end, my mouth dropped open. The best commercial I have ever seen! I'm a marketing major, so out of curiosity on what you were selling, I checked out your website. To my surprise, you aren't selling anything! Marketing values? SWEET! Love your site and what you are doing! I wish I could work for you!
26	Tim H. almost 2 years ago from Fayetteville, Tennessee These are the only "commercials" I will watch every time, beginning to end. They are the only ones "selling" anything worthwhile! Meaningful, truly American at heart. God bless America and those protecting her today, and in the past.
27	MOGOLLAN almost 2 years ago from New York, U.S.A. MAY GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!
28	Mike C almost 2 years ago from New Jersey I was extremely proud to air this spot on a TV station I was in charge of programming for back when this came out. Many viewers called in to ask who sang this song. This spot is beautiful.
29	Giff K. almost 2 years ago from Irvine, CA I cannot think of a more powerful message to the people of this world. Makes me want to be a better person in life. Thank you.
30	Debra G. almost 2 years ago from Carson City, NV Thank you for not just blessing me, but all those fortunate enough to view these messages. KEEP THEM COMING!
31	Bobby H. about 2 years ago from Williamsburg, VA The "spots" are all heart rending, tear raising and beautiful - thank you
32	Javi about 2 years ago from Spain-Galicia-Coruña THIS VIDEO ENCOURAGES ENOUGH AND MAKES YOU THINK ABOUT YOUR WAY OF ACTING.
33	Tnove D. about 2 years ago from Pennsylvania This is an inspiration to all Americans and shows us how people risked their lives in hope to make ours better. I hope this video touches others like it touched me. This video truly brought tears to my eyes.
34	John about 2 years ago from New York Absolutely heart breaking song. Very moving and rough to watch. I lost two close friends in the towers and MANY firefighter friends on that day.
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36	Lori R. about 2 years ago from Las Vegas, NV These are great examples of living life with the right attitude. Tears were rolling down my face with each clip. Thank You so much.
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38	Dolores M about 2 years ago from Dallas Thank you, thank you, thank you. I begin and end my days with a prayer an listening to any one of your spots.
39	Carly B about 2 years ago from LA California Thank you Randy Travis. I am a former New Yorker living in California and I hope and pray that there will never be another 9/11. The United States is strong, and with spots like this on tv, the message will be sent loud and clear to those who have forgotten.God bless our military.
40	Nikki W. over 2 years ago from Texes My favorite one is the clip called Concert because it encourages me to do my very best every day no matter how mean people are at my school.
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42	Michael J. over 2 years ago from Hawaii This is what we needed the most in our life now days. Many of these values are slowly decaying and gone, replace by vanity and ignorance. I love all the message and you have my support. Thank you for the great message.
43	Cindy N. over 2 years ago from Haymarket, VA Words cannot express how beautiful these TV spots are. And how refreshing to "sell" character, integrity, and generosity in an ad instead of dish detergent!
44	Jim B. over 2 years ago from Livonia, MI I love this TV spot...it inspired me on 9/11 and it inspires me today!
45	Debbie L. over 2 years ago from California I am a teacher. After I saw the one on Character, I told my kids that I wanted them to be that kid in high school! Thank you o much for the inspirations!
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47	Taha Z. over 2 years ago from Morocco I burst into tears ...
48	Christopher B. almost 3 years ago from Miami, Fl When I saw the twin towers crash down I remember a time when one of my family members died because of that very sad.
49	Davion R. almost 3 years ago from Illionis, USA It's very touching & inspirational to me! Thank you.
50	Jose D. almost 3 years ago from Miami, Florida This were great clips they show you a lot about how you can make a better life in this world like being honest and have good manners also be respected and responsibility and also have hope I hope who ever made this clip is blessed and all the other people that follow there manners and respect and hope.
51	Alyssa M. about 3 years ago from Franklin, TN Thank you! I was crying from fear after my husband's job position was eliminated. The ad with Randy Travis singing gave me hope. We are all in this together.
52	Karen J. about 3 years ago from Reno, NV Wow...I'm sitting here after watching ALL of these TV spots, some I've seen before and some not, with tears in my eyes. Thanks for doing a beautiful job of reminding us all what really counts in this world! Bless you all!
53	Jacqueline C over 3 years ago from Memphis, TN I am so grateful to all who stands in harms way for us. Thank you! And thank you for creating this.
54	Shannon W almost 4 years ago from Cheyenne, WY I love this clip. It gives me goose bumps and makes me love this country even more. Thank you troops and everyone who has ever fought for my rights.
55	Michelle Z almost 4 years ago from Gillette,WY This is what being an American is all about. I am proud of everyone who defends my rights to live free. THANK YOU!!
56	Michael C. about 4 years ago from Perris, California USA I can't put it into words how good I feel, Thank you for your love, US Navy
57	Bailey P. over 4 years ago from Colorado USA This should inspire everybody!
58	Doris C. over 4 years ago from California, USA Amazing. Very touching and heart warming.
59	Bridger A. over 4 years ago from Syracuse, Utah USA These are the best short segments I have ever seen!!
60	Deng over 4 years ago from China i like it very much
61	almost 5 years ago from Thanks for these short segments. This world would be so much better off if we all followed these teachings. Thanks!

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