Almighty God: Our sons, pride of our Nation, this day have set upon a
mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our Republic, our religion, and our
civilization, and to set free a suffering humanity. Lead them straight and
true; give strength to their arms, stoutness to their hearts, steadfastness in
their faith. They will need Thy blessings. Their road will be long and hard.
For the enemy is strong. He may hurl back our forces. Success may not come with
rushing speed, but we shall return again and again; and we know that by Thy
grace, and by the righteousness of our cause, our sons will triumph…. (F.D. Roosevelt, D-Day Invasion Prayer, June 6, 1944).
Armed Forces Day is approaching as is the anniversary
of D-Day. I am very saddened by a recent video asking university students about
Political Science. There was a universal lack of knowledge to even know who
fought in WWII or the Civil War or when we won our independence and against
which country. We must not lose our history or we will be damned to repeat it.
If this sounds strong, then just look at history. And parent, teach your
children to know history and to pray, for we have taken it out of schools and
public places.
Enough sermonizing on “Lessons of History,” which,
by the way, is the name of a great book. Back to the men and women who have
given the ultimate sacrifice for our country that we may be free. There have
been some 12 million who have served here to protect our shores and abroad to
do the same. My father and brother fought in foreign wars, decorated for
bravery, valor and wounds received in their sacrifice. I served for many years
in our homeland, and was told I was too old when I asked to serve as a chaplain
in the Gulf.
Throughout Scripture are admonitions to remember
God’s faithfulness through our trials. Noah and then Abraham built altars to
the Lord. So did Joshua and many others. This remembrance is visible and in our
hearts for Christ’s sacrifice for us that we may live. It is also to remind us
that we must be vigilant to maintain this 1st Amendment freedom that
was given by God, not by men. Fight for it and share the “Good News.” Remember!
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