“Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer. Similarly, anyone who competes as an athlete does not receive the victor’s crown except by competing according to the rules.”
2 Timothy 2:3-5

I was sitting in a veteran honoree service Saturday, and left so impacted by the words exchanged regarding these men. They stand as soldiers that have sacrificed, served and surrendered their life to fight and protect this country. This is worthy of giving honor. These are true victors. They have survived much and can sit in a place as a representative that was put through many battles in life. They won. They fought through. They lift their hands for the victory! Continue reading