Tomorrow will be our nation's 236th birthday. Many of us have plans that will revolve around our family and friends. Food will be served and in some cases fireworks will be released to assist us in celebrating our nation's birthday. I am not writing this note to put a damper on your plans for celebration but I am desiring to challenge you to interject another form of celebration into your plans. Last Friday I wrote about Prayer and today I want to remind you about Recognition and Remembrance.
We must teach our children to remember those men and women who have stood in harms way throughout the history of our great nation. Some of these brave patriots were willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice that we might gather across this great land and enjoy our freedom. Is it possible that we may know how to "enjoy" our freedom and not take the proper time to "celebrate" our freedom? Most Americans know how to enjoy our freedom but we must not forget those men and women who have served in our Military Forces through the years and those who are presently serving in our Military. Each generation of Americans need to learn the importance of remembering and recognizing those individuals who have protected our nation and allowed us to enjoy the fruit of our freedom. I desire for my grandchildren to understand the importance of respecting those individuals who are willing to serve that we might have the opportunity to enjoy our freedom. Take time to call a veteran and thank them for their service. Take time to shake the hand of a soldier who is presently serving our nation and convey to him/her your appreciation for their service. Take time to thank God that you are living in a nation of freedom that allows us the opportunity to love our families and serve God. We are a blessed people even in the midst of all the problems and challenges that we are facing. Let us never forget those brave soldiers and let us never forget our dependence on the faithfulness and protection of God.
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