Each year on this date, America takes time to publicly, locally, and sincerely honor and recognize all who have served our nation during wartime and peacetime. The day was set originally to commemorate the ending of WW1. The Second World War followed, in the 1940’s, Korea in the 1950’s, Vietnam in the 60’s & 70’s, and a too-long list of overseas wars continue still. The sacrifices of life or limb or mental stability is overwhelming to even think about for most us. Many of us are blessed to be children of the Greatest Generation who earned respect for their bravery and for rebuilding their lives when they returned home. My generation, when we sent our family members off during the Vietnam Era, sacrificed that sense of security which our parents were diligent to provide after the horrors of WW2. Few were rewarded when they returned, and instead were vilified for serving in a divisive war. Terror seems to reign on through the years, but those who believe that God is in control can be content to wait for the rewards promised for our service in His Kingdom. Praise God for His grace over our country in such perilous times, and thank a veteran for their brave choice to serve and to protect
