Memorial Day is a day of both reflection and connection. I know that that sounds corny, but as I think about what this day truly means I am confronted with the fact that even though I am deeply concerned about social justice in the world I have thought little about those who put their lives on the line, protecting our beloved country and the freedoms that we so often take for granted.
I just returned from a trip to South America where people's rights are regularly subverted. I feel so blessed to be a part of a country that despite it's shortcomings and litigious inclinations has provided me with a sense of security and liberty that is unique to a very small percentage of the people in the world.
Today as you connect with friends and family at parks, beaches and backyard barbecues, take time to reflect on the people who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms and in that moment consider the love of God who made the greatest sacrifice of all because He loves us and wants us to know true freedom - freedom from fear.
I just returned from a trip to South America where people's rights are regularly subverted. I feel so blessed to be a part of a country that despite it's shortcomings and litigious inclinations has provided me with a sense of security and liberty that is unique to a very small percentage of the people in the world.
Today as you connect with friends and family at parks, beaches and backyard barbecues, take time to reflect on the people who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms and in that moment consider the love of God who made the greatest sacrifice of all because He loves us and wants us to know true freedom - freedom from fear.
Thanks for bloggin the recognition the soldiers deserve
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