Armed Forces
Topics addressing the courage and faith of our Armed Forces.
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Remember Memorial Day: History, Activities, Resources
What does the last Monday in May mean to your family? However you choose to usher it in, here's an offering of ways to remember Memorial Day with history, activities and other resources. According to a report by ngl.org, “only 28% of Americans understood the true meaning of Memorial Day . . .
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BEND: When Life Dares You to Break {Book Review}
At this very moment, many people feel bent by the pressures of this world. Some hear the cracks and feel the splinters as a breaking point threatens. International journalist, Beth Leuders, has gathered stories from nine people who have weathered overwhelming situations and compiled them in a book, BEND: When Life Dares You to Break. This book isn't exactly what I expected. Read the review to learn more. . .
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2 Generals & 4 Presidents Transformed 1 Purple Heart
Do you know how 2 generals and 4 presidents transformed 1 Purple Heart? The oldest award for valor, which almost disappeared from existence, has now been awarded to almost two million people. All Purple Hearts, while presented by various military officials, are bestowed on behalf of the president of the United States. The award has changed over the years. There have been several National Defense Authorization Acts that have affected the Purple Heart as well as the Purple Heart Family Equity Act. However, this post emphasizes specifically how two generals and four presidents have transformed the Purple Heart. The first general didn't actually transform it. He created it...
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POW/MIA Day & Former POW, Louis Zamperini
In recognition of POW/MIA Day, I want to share with you a little about our POWs, especially former WWII POW, Louis Zamperini.
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Thoughts on Veterans Day by Veteran’s Wife, Carrie Daws
Today, I’m delighted to introduce to you, Carrie Daws. She’s the wife of a military veteran and a mother of three teens. An award-winning author of eleven books, you’ll find words to encourage and equip via her speaking, her writing, and on Carrie’s wonderful blog. She kindly accepted my request to guest post here for Veterans Day. In addition, Carrie is giving away an enormously generous gift. One reader will win five copies of The Warrior’s Bride: Biblical Strategies to Help the Military Spouse Thrive to distribute however they wish. More details about that later. For now, enjoy reading Carrie’s thoughts on Veterans Day. Thoughts on Veteran Day by…
