“Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” Romans 12:15
Today is Memorial Day. I can’t help but think of those who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom.
Recently, a friend lost her nephew (Capt. Mark Weber) while he was on a mission in the Middle East. They will be having his memorial service in Washington D.C. after July 4th. My heart mourns for the family, and all families who have gone through this experience.
The sacrifice of the men and women in the Armed Forces are tremendously appreciated. Their sacrifice didn’t come alone. The families of these brave soldiers have sacrificed their loved one to serve our country, so that we can be free. THANK YOU!
For those who are currently serving our great nation, I pray that you will mark in your bible, print it out, or write down Psalm 91. Know that God is your refuge. Stay close to God and trust in Him throughout all your tours. Have a personal relationship with Jesus. He will sustain you through those trials that you will endure. In The Message translation, it says “He ordered His angels to guard you wherever you go.” Feel His presence surrounding you and within you.
You can go to God Most High to hide.
You can go to God All-Powerful for protection.
2 I say to the Lord, “You are my place of safety, my fortress.
My God, I trust in you.”
3 God will save you from hidden dangers
and from deadly diseases.
4 You can go to him for protection.
He will cover you like a bird spreading its wings over its babies.
You can trust him to surround and protect you like a shield.
5 You will have nothing to fear at night
and no need to be afraid of enemy arrows during the day.
6 You will have no fear of diseases that come in the dark
or terrible suffering that comes at noon.
7 A thousand people may fall dead at your side
or ten thousand right beside you,
but nothing bad will happen to you!
8 All you will have to do is watch,
and you will see that the wicked are punished.
9 You trust in the Lord for protection.
You have made God Most High your place of safety.
10 So nothing bad will happen to you.
No diseases will come near your home.
11 He will command his angels to protect you wherever you go.
12 Their hands will catch you
so that you will not hit your foot on a rock.
13 You will have power to trample on lions
and poisonous snakes.
14 The Lord says, “If someone trusts me, I will save them.
I will protect my followers who call to me for help.
15 When my followers call to me, I will answer them.
I will be with them when they are in trouble.
I will rescue them and honor them.
16 I will give my followers a long life
and show them my power to save.”
Happy Memorial Day!
Pray for our men and women serving.
Show them that you appreciate them.
Blessings to you and yours,
Stephanie
