Today is Veterans Day.  This is a time when we honor those who have served and serve us in such an important role of protecting our country. Men and women in every part of the armed forces make great sacrifices in order that we might have the safest and most freedom- filled lifestyle of any people on earth.

Today as you pray, you need to pray for those who are serving us around the world, particular in Iraq and Afghanistan. While there are a great number of opinions about what is going on in this conflicts, their work is important. They do it out of a sense of responsibility and love for their country.  It is easy for us to second guess our leadership, but America has a responsibility around the world. I believe that when we show gratitude for our veterans and remember those who are presently serving, we also honor the Lord. It is certainly the proper and honorable for us to do, whether you have ever served in the service or not, or whether you have ever had a loved one serve, it is a privilege for all of us to show gratitude to those who have given so much.