Day 304: Memorial Day

Today, is Memorial Day. For most, a convenient weekend for a graduation or a weekend getaway. At least that's how I used to treat it. But as a deployed servicemember, and having personally known fallen comrades, I now have an entirely different perspective on Memorial Day.


As I was exploring my new surroundings here at FOB Lightening I noticed the flag pole area which flew flags at half mast in remembrance of fallen soldiers. As we take this time to remember the ultimate sacrifice that many soldiers, sailors, and airman have made for the sake of freedom, please also remember that conflict, in this world, still exists...and still at the expense of American lives even today. Also, recall that sin remains in existence today, and although the result of sin is eternal separation from God we have been blessed with the sacrifice of Christ and freedom from sin. I only ask that you continue to cherish and value the freedom that has been given to you at such a costly price.

"All we like sheep have gone astray;
We have turned, every one, to his own way;
And the LORD has laid on Him the iniquity of us all."
Isaiah 53:6 NKJV