–William Penn

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The resolution I recently drafted that honors William Penn's Charter of Privileges during the month of October 2005 was passed unanimously by the Pensylvania Senate. This resolution, which was sponsored by Senator Greenleaf and others is an important milestone in recognizing the righteous spiritual roots of Pennsylvania laid through its founder, William Penn. --Darrell Fields   Senator Greenleaf with Darrell Fields

Darrell and his wife, Lorrie, with the Lieutenant Governor of PA, Catherine Baker Knoll Read the final resolution as it was passed in the Pennsylvania Senate: Page 1 | Page 2 | Page 3

Watch the Video of the Resolution! Senator Greenleaf makes his presentation on behalf of the resolution honoring William Penn's Charter of Privileges.

The Seed of a Nation: Rediscovering America, is a stunningly honest journey of American freedom. Its world-wide implications will surprise most readers. During the 9/11 Commission Hearings, former National Security Advisor, Condoleezza Rice, was challenged about the viability of freedom in Iraq. As an African American she reminded the Commission that the founding fathers “hadn’t thought of her” in light of our nation’s long struggle for freedom. Yet, surprising to most, William Penn had. America’s freedom was conceived by Penn nearly a century before the American Revolution and our founding fathers wrote the Constitution of the United States. In fact, so brilliant was Penn’s contribution to America’s liberties that Thomas Jefferson named him, “the greatest lawgiver the world has produced.” And he was! Penn’s Charter of Privileges provided the framework for the United States government and the underlying potential liberty it provided all people. Our twenty-eighth president, Woodrow Wilson, was so convinced of William Penn’s contributions to America’s foundation that he said, “America did not come out of New England.” As President Bush honored the late civil rights leader Rosa Parks, he declared every American’s responsibility to live up to the ideals of “freedom’s journey.”

The Seed of a Nation can be viewed as a human rights book, a history book, even a religious book. It has been used by government, churches, academia and families. Pennsylvania legislators and senators have used it to pass three state resolutions, most recently, in October, 2005, Senate Resolution #189, in which author, Darrell Fields, was able to draft entirely under the counsel of Senator Stewart Greenleaf and his staff. Home schoolers as well as higher education institutions have used the book as it does an amazing job of converging historical events into current thought. Yet, most see it as current and relevant as it reveals lingering motivations from our nation’s past and sheds understanding onto daily debates. It is also extremely important as the mad rush to redefine America is a constant in our media and intently watched around the world. It is a book of hope even though many tragic stories are told through which the conscience of our nation was damaged. The reader is brought to personal and national awareness of the repentance needed to reconnect and recommit to the message of true freedom. It is a must read for every serious student of American culture.

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The revelation laid out in this book will change your life and will forever change the way you view covenant, justice and destiny. You will discover, as Darrell has, the power of a seed...in this case, the seed of a nation. This updated and expanded edition brings to light the powerful forces that shaped, not only the state of Pennsylvania, but the United States and the World as well.

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Read the Table of Contents HERE

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Here's what some of our Nation's
spiritual leaders have to say about
"The Seed of a Nation."

 

Darrell became captivated by the words of William Penn who asked that God make Pennsylvania the seed of a nation. No finer seed could have been found than that planted by Penn, who was a covenant keeping lover of God and his fellow humans. A man of integrity and humility, his desire was to always “do the thing that is truly

wise and just.” These seeds are in the soil of America, and though hidden by much sin, selfish ambition and pride, time will reveal that the seed planted by William Penn and other godly individuals, still lives. Through repentance and turning we can see the power of the seed perform again. That is why I believe so much in this book, The Seed of a Nation. As few have, Darrell tapped into a precious vein of revelation, a vein that touches more than a nerve; it touches a heart–God’s heart. He looked past the hull, inside the seed and saw that God’s plan was for America to become more that a place of abundant provision and a launching pad for freedom and democracy. It was to become a representation of the heart and character of God to all nations of the earth. Hidden in the seed he saw God’s heart for all peoples, not just European settlers. The “melting pot” really was there in the seed. You will be fascinated, intrigued, enlightened and deeply moved as you read this journey – America’s journey. And who knows, like Darrell and me, God might sneak up on you and awaken something that will allow you to dream His dream with Him. If so, you’ll agree with us: the seed is still alive, and its fruit can be good again. Dutch Sheets (from the Foreword) President, Dutch Sheets Ministries Sr. Pastor, Springs Harvest Fellowship, Colorado Springs, CO Author, Intercessory Prayer, Releasing the Prophetic Destiny of a Nation

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"Now is the time to cleanse and heal the foundations. God has been restoring our understanding of priestly mediation over nations and peoples, a clear word has come from the prophets and Bible teachers, the only question is, will we obey God? The first step is an encounter with God's heart, the second is to honestly uncover and appraise the story of

land in His presence. Everything now depends on the work of godly researchers. In The Seed of a Nation, Darrell Fields has given us an outstanding example of scholastic integrity combined with prophetic passion. Understanding the story of Pennsylvania is profoundly important when considering the spiritual battle for America as a whole. This small state contains redemptive potentials in its foundations like few others and a story of modern heroism and sacrifice is beginning to unfold that could instruct us all." John Dawson Founder, International Reconciliation Coalition Author, Healing America's Wounds Ventura, CA

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"The Seed Of A Nation is an excellent book that opens up a rich well of American history. It is a key to opening the blessings of God on a whole nation. From the root of William Penn and the land where my forefathers landed in the 1700's, a shoot will spring up. Read the book and dig the well."

Lou Engle
President, The Call
Author, Digging the Wells of Revival

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"It is my firm conviction that the destiny of this nation lies in the commission given to William Penn. The Lord has raised up Darrell Fields for such a time as this to research and bring forward these truths. As you read this great book you will be inspired to dig the wells of destiny as found in The Seed of a Nation."

James W. Goll
Ministry to the Nations
Author, The Lost Art of Intercession,
Wasted On Jesus, and 20 other books and study guides

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	"The Seed of a Nation is a thoroughly researched and fascinating account of William Penn’s efforts to establish a 'Holy Experiment' in Pennsylvania—a vision of governance grounded in faith and operating on the principles of tolerance and respect for all. Darrell's focus on Penn's relations with the early inhabitants of Penn's Woods does
not shortchange the Native American perspective. Unlike other histories of the period, this book is informed with a faith that must be very close to the faith that guided Penn himself." Pennsylvania Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf

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"As a Lakota man, I was encouraged to read how William Penn lived a life that truly reflected the person of Jesus Christ and Biblical faith to the First Nations people of North America. His genuine love for Jesus and for Native people stands in stark contrast to the greed, injustice and genocide that so often reflected the motives and attitudes of his

fellow European immigrants. It inspired hope in my heart for a better tomorrow. The Seed of a Nation will help you feel the painful journey we have been on as co-inhabitants of this land. Darrell Fields does a beautiful job painting pictures of what the 'founding of America' was really like from a First Nations perspective. I highly recommend this book. It is a book of healing. My heart was touched in a very deep way and I now understand better the purpose that God had in mind for the inhabitants of these lands called America and Canada." Richard Twiss Rosebud Lakota/Sioux President, Wiconi International Author, One Church Many Tribes

 

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Roger Mitchell, co-leader of Passion Ministries (www.passion.org.uk) in England, and co-author of the book, Sins of the Father, spoke recently about the importance of The Seed of a Nation during a visit to Pennsylvania. Listen to some excerpts of his profound remarks!

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