In God We Trust

As a boy, I had a coin collection. In addition to American currency, I possessed some from other countries. Since I grew up not far from Canada, Canadian coins occasionally appeared in my change. Many stores accepted them during transactions, but vending machines didn’t. I also had relatives that traveled to different nations. They sent me coins from those countries.

Some believers are freaking out because the U. S. quarter has changed. George Washington has supposedly turned his back on the motto “In God We Trust.” One Facebook post proclaims, “We need every head on everything to be turned towards God, now more than ever!” Technically, the motto used to be under Washington’s chin. He might not see it without looking down.


I don’t think this is a big deal. All other American coins have remained the same with “In God We Trust” positioned in different spots. For example, the Kennedy half dollar has the motto below the President’s head. It’s worth noting “In God We Trust” didn’t become the official motto of the United States until 1956. Not every American coin and paper bill had the phrase. If you’re a numismatist, take a look at your Indian head pennies, Buffalo nickels, and Barber dimes. “In God We Trust” cannot be found on them. A previous motto “E Pluribus Unum” is still in use.


During the mid-2000s, a fuss was made when dollar coins briefly had “In God We Trust” on the edges rather than their fronts or backs. I’d be more alarmed if the motto got removed from all our currency. Regardless, God is my source. He is not dependent on having His name on my money.


“And you shall remember the LORD your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth…” - Deuteronomy 8:18

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