Recently one of the deployed soldiers from our church returned for his R & R. We had the soldier and his family over to our home for supper and it was so great to see how much the family enjoyed being back together. The wife and children’s faces beamed with delight and the soldier had such a deep sense of joy and contentment. And then what a joy it was to see the entire family in church together enjoying their worship of God. They have been busy trying to cram as much happiness into two weeks as possible and it appears they have done a good job! It has been one of those times when you wish you could cause time to stand still knowing he must return to his deployment all too soon.
Why does a family goes through this emotional roller coaster over multiple deployments? Because of their commitment to protect our nation and maintain the freedoms we all enjoy. Our soldiers have taken the fight to the enemy so my family can enjoy one another’s company and worship together without the fear of the enemy’s attacks on our homeland.
I simply want our soldiers and their families to know we appreciate the many sacrifices you make and we will be forever indebted to you. You have earned our nation’s respect and you have won the nation’s heart. Thank you for your sacrifice! My love and prayers are with you. Pastor Andy
