A Time To Reflect And Remember

My most somber experience was when we went to Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, DC. I had never seen so many tombstones before in my life….The cost of our freedom came and still comes at a very high price. I began to think about what wars were fought and the lives lost in those wars. For a freedom we sometimes take for granted. I had uncles, cousins, a brother, and a son who fought in those different wars, and they were blessed to come home to us. But looking at that vast field of tombstones, the reality was that many did not make it home alive. “Thank you” for Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. (John 15:13 NKJV)

Then I was afforded the unique experience of seeing the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This is a historic monument dedicated to deceased U.S. service members whose remains have not been identified. The World War I “Unknown” is a recipient of the Medal of Honor, the Victoria Cross, and several other foreign nations’ highest service awards. The U.S. Unknowns who were interred are also recipients of the Medal of Honor, presented by U.S. presidents who presided over their funerals. The monument has no officially designated name.

We here at Rhemalogy.com would like to take this time to say thank you to the men and women in our military who put their lives on the line for us each and every day. Thank you for your service, and thank you for your heart to serve.

So please, somewhere between the barbecue and beer, may we take a sober moment to remember why we have this day off, because someone gave their life for us to be able to enjoy ours. And to the families of those loved ones… May you keep the memory of your loved one alive through sharing the story of their bravery with all who will listen. We pray that God may give you the strength to cope with daily challenges in the absence of your loved ones and the grace to walk therein. In Jesus’ name. Amen.