Today is the day we remember and give thanks to those who served, fought and died in the American armed services. They were committed to something greater than themselves and paid the ultimate price. They fought for something they believed in: FREEDOM. The same freedom that most of us take for granted, but thankfully, they did not.
Many years ago, I read a quote by a Vietnam Veteran. His name is Tim Craft and he wrote "For those that will fight for it...FREEDOM...has a flavor the protected shall never know". L/Cpl Edwin L. "Tim" Craft, served 1968 Khe Sanh Combat Base. This sentence is similar to a statement that President Theodore Roosevelt made in the speech, "The Man in the Arena" in Sorbonne, Paris France on April 23, 1910. "For those who fought for it, life holds a meaning that the protected will never know" Let these sentences sink in for a minute before you read on.
My father is a veteran of World War II. Before he passed away at the age of 90, he told me and anyone who would listen about his experience serving in the Army. He was part of something bigger than himself that turned out to be a guiding force throughout his life.
12 I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength to do his work. He considered me trustworthy and appointed me to serve him. 1 Timothy 1:12 (NLT)
God calls each of us to his service to perform his work, to serve in his Army for a purpose greater than ourselves. He created us with a spirit of service and the ability to fight for our faith and our freedom. Being part of God's greater goal is what gives meaning to our lives and we need never be afraid to follow His instruction even when the task in front of us seems impossible; for God is always with us.
9 This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Josua 1:9 (NLT)
If you are not sure how to serve God; it is so simple. Pray and keep on praying everyday - God is listening and he will answer.
Thank you so much to those who have and are serving in to protect us, our country, our faith and our freedom. You are doing God's work. God Bless the families and friends of those who have died to protect our freedom. There are no words that can express my gratitude.
God Bless you James and Michelle for your service. Semper Fi Michael! Rest in peace Dad.
"A person starts to live when he can live outside himself."--Albert Einstein
"Gather ye rose-buds while ye may, old Time is still a-flying; And this same flower that smiles today, tomorrow will be dying."--Robert Herrick
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