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Memorial Day 2014

May 24, 2014 by John Potter

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Greater love has no one than this:  to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.  John 15:13

Those are poignant words at any time of year, but they ring loud in the heart of our nation during Memorial Day.  We remember the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.  We honor their sacrifice in the defense of liberty, their love of country, and their devotion to family and friends.

Take time this weekend to reflect on the people who have died for you.  They are not merely black letters on a tombstone.  These names are the husbands, wives, sons, daughters, loved ones, and battle buddies who are missed every day.  Pray for the countless families and friends who are suffering with loss this weekend.

May God comfort their pain and grant them the peace of Christ, the one who died for all mankind.

 

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Posted in News & Commentary | Tagged arlington national cemetery, army, chaplain, memorial day, pastor, prayer, United States Armed Forces, veteran | 3 Comments

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  1. on May 24, 2014 at 10:16 AM jkmhoffman2014

    Reblogged this on jkmhoffman.


  2. on May 24, 2014 at 1:43 PM Chris Highland

    I understand the sentiment of your words and faith, and wish you well in chaplaincy. Might I suggest though that we keep in mind the many soldiers and their families who are not Christian. And might we also honor all service members of all faiths and no faith by working to end senseless wars. Wouldn’t it be a “blessing” to end the death, the suffering and the cause that creates endless “veterans” themselves? Have a good, reflective memorial day.


  3. on May 24, 2014 at 8:24 PM John Potter

    Thanks for writing. Yes, Memorial Day is about remembering all who died and their families. Memorial Day is not exclusive to Christians. The post does not express that. We (Americans) remember veterans of all faiths or no faith. That is the point of the holiday. But as a Christian pastor, I believe that God is the one who can provide true peace to those who grieve.



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