11/11

11/11. The 11th of November. Across the world it is known as Remembrance Day, Veterans Day, Armistice Day, or Poppy Day. It is the day that many nations recognize those who have served, and particularly those who have given the ultimate sacrifice, their countries in the pursuit of freedom, liberty, and justice. It originally began in 1918 when the Allied Forces reached a cease fire agreement with German forces, thus ending World War I. In the following year, Great Britain, France, Australia, Canada, the United States, and several other countries declared November 11th as "Armistice Day"... a day to recognize those who fought so bravely and honorably in the first World War. It remained Armistice Day until the conclusion of World War II, when it was changed to honor all veterans.

Today I will go to the church here in the North Pole Village where I will kneel in prayer and remembrance. I will pray for peace. I will pray for justice. I will pray for the souls of those that want to commit evil. I will give thanks for those that have served in the cause of freedom. I will pray for courage, wisdom, and a safe return for those that serve today. I will pray for comfort for those that have lost loved ones to the fight for freedom. I will pray for rest & a quiet confidence for the families of those who are serving today. I will pray for our kids and future generations that they will know freedom and peace.... I will pray that they never have to go into battle to protect either. And I will thank God for my freedom. May I never, ever take it for granted. May I never forget the sacrifice that so many have made in order for me.. and for you... to enjoy that freedom.

May God bless our veterans, the men & women around the world who serve for freedom today, and their families. Thank you.