Two days before Thanksgiving, Jean and I visited a weekly Bible study at Schofield Barracks, HI. Led and hosted by a seasoned active duty couple, the group includes seven newly commissioned officers as well as a second mid-grade seasoned couple.
During group prayer time a young Second Lieutenant Military Intelligence officer said, “I have just taken leadership of my first platoon. I found in serving on the staff for the last few months that my limitations are less visible and that they only affect me. As a platoon leader though, my weaknesses affect soldiers. Pray for me to grow so I can lead them well.”
My immediate thought was, “This is what right looks like.” Let me explain.
That evening was a microcosm of our OCF Purpose: “To glorify God by uniting Christian officers for biblical fellowship and outreach, equipping and encouraging them to minister effectively in the military society.” It included:
- A seasoned couple giving their time and opening their home to serve others,
- Authentic fellowship focusing on scripture, prayer, and each other,
- Transparent sharing and vulnerability in an Christ-centered environment,
- Young leaders joining peers to grow in Christ and encourage each other,
- A new officer expressing her need of God’s power through her fellow believers’ prayers, and
- A selfless request that spoke of a primary concern for those she was called to lead.
One simple request from a platoon leader in one small group at one location on a single evening. But when multiplied over the weeks and miles of hundreds of Christian fellowships, just consider how the Spirit might work!

This article originally appeared in COMMAND magazine, or an OCF Ministry Report.
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