On this Memorial Day I want to thank my son Jonathon serving in the U.S. Air Force, and all the others who are serving proudly to preserve our nation's freedom. I also thank all those who have previously served for the same purpose. May the Lord bless and keep you all as you look to Him in this Life and serve this great nation. I also express a debt of gratitude to those who have died in the line of duty and to their families.
The Soldier's sacrifice to me means Uncle Joseph Zuraff who was killed in action in Germany March 5, 1945. Also my Great Uncle Joseph Hattaway who served in WW2 and was wounded. He died March 30, 1970 from cancer that developed in his war wounds. I think of Forest Pruitt who died last year at age 86. He fought valiantly in WW2, even on the beaches at Normandy, and helped to liberate France before going on to Germany to win the war. He was a proud soldier till his death. The Soldier's sacrifice means Richard Haile, a school Friend of mine, who was killed in action in Vietnam May 30, 1970. The Soldier's sacrifice means a debt of gratitude to them and all who have died serving this great land, these United States of America. May God bless America.
My son Jonathon now serves our country in the Air Force, and has entered his 3rd year of service. He has served overseas in Qatar, and currently is stationed on the east coast. I'm proud of you Jonathon. Keep up the good work.
As I consider what I've written above, I realize it is a Great Benevolent Creator God who decreed that we would be a nation and that He gives us, as a people, a God given right to defend ourselves, families, and heritage from our enemies. (Romans 13:1-7)
May we not only remember our war dead on this Memorial Day and thank those who have served and are serving, but also remember to give God thanks for all His many many blessings, one of which is this great land He has given us and the freedoms we have as a people. To God always be the glory.
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