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Alabama – Redstone Arsenal

Hospitality Home: LtCol Dean Driskill, USMC (Ret) Email: [email protected] Phone: (252) 626-9641 Additional Information: I can provide an overnight stay and a meal for up to two guests. My home has two guest rooms, each with a full bathroom. Located approximately 20 minutes from Redstone Arsenal and downtown […]

Leadership Moments: Are You Leading?

[…](James 1:20, Proverbs 15:1) When project goals are seemingly being thwarted, do you entertain the idea that God can also work through this opposition? (Romans 8:28, Acts 8:1)   More leadership articles on the website Courageous Command: Beyond Battlefield Boldness Lessons in Leadership…from a Squadron Janitor Leadership […]

Making the ‘no greater love’ sacrifice

[…]buddies to the warriors they accompany on their journeys through the valley of the shadow of death—many also making the same “no greater love” sacrifice as this brave quartet. — Ben, a Navy veteran, ministers as a chaplain to chaplains for Adopt-A-Chaplain. He also authored two books, God I’ve Got A Problem and The Shaping of A Man of […]
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Time, Talent, Treasure: OCF small group fellowships

[…]exhortation from a recent Bible study, “faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead” (James 2:17). Group leaders LT Flip and Christie Johnson opened Purpose Boutique, a women’s clothing store ministering to both local and global physical needs. The “how you shop can change a life” store features artisanal clothing and accessories created by impoverished women, produced by companies who educate and help them earn livable wages. A portion of the shop’s net proceeds is donated to charities helping women and children escape human trafficking. The boutique also hosted a study of The Purpose Driven Life […]
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Time, Talent, Treasure: Retirees

[…]women who nurtured us in biblical truths and held us up in times of trials remain to this day our dearest friends and encouraging examples. Joe Orosz: We have seen the conference centers equip us to serve. It’s so exciting seeing second generation OCF involvement in my own family, and with other families a third generation impact. That is priceless. John Orosz: Even before everyone in my family knew what had happened to me in Afghanistan, my OCF extended family from senior staff and conferences was already praying for me. People in Germany who I didn’t know at all were […]

Part of an amazing lineage

[…]service to his Lord and his nation in October 1970.  What we celebrated was not 1LT Jon Shine’s death, but his life. For in his last moments on this earth, his thoughts were on his comrades in arms and on his Savior, ensuring that his life, through his last breath, was focused on extending the lineage of Christ! Shortly after his death, Jon Shine’s brother, Al, and his wife, Sandra, named their young son Jonathan Anthony Shine. Now, LTC Jonathan Shine, one week after the dedication, assumed battalion command at Fort Bliss. LTC Shine is constantly aware of his lineage. […]

A day in the life of OCF

[…]her appreciation, blessing them to see her desire “to follow God and trust His ways.”   0300 Ideas for the new summer conference center brochure and an upcoming radio interview for Brig Gen David Warner has awakened director of communications Michael Edwards two hours before his alarm is set to go off. He sketches out the list he and his Comms team will tackle in a few hours: the brochure, radio interview, OCF website changes, Facebook posts and the upcoming command magazine deadline. He commits the list to the Lord, asking for wisdom.  The sixteen wooded acres surrounding Shepherd’s Fold […]

How does the Lord see you?

[…]Babylonian captivity because of sin. Isaiah understood how God saw him and that his sin had been dealt with, “your guilt is taken away and your sin atoned for” (Isaiah 6:7-8). Bolstered by the enormity of those truths, Isaiah confidently moved out with the Lord’s message of judgment, “Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?’ And I said, ‘Here am I. Send me!’” (Isaiah 6:8). Secondly, He calls us to serve Him right where we are. Here’s a story that brings this to light. An Army lieutenant colonel […]

From Mid to Married to Mom

[…]changed when my husband was given the opportunity to pursue his dream job. But I had no idea what I was in for. He would come home day after day, bruised and beaten up, utterly exhausted from the harsh training necessary for his job. The truth of his extreme occupation began to slowly sink in with me. Not only were the dangers very real, things would only get tougher.  The closer his graduation approached, the more I realized my need to prepare myself for what’s ahead. I felt God prompting me out of my fears to search through His Word […]

The Wounded Healer

[…]to teach Paul that it “happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead.” And out of Paul’s period of despair came this rich fodder of biblical truth, “to live is Christ and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21). Sometimes suffering occurs from our own sin. King David’s iniquities of adultery and murder reaped generations of violence and betrayal in his family (2 Samuel 12:10). But after David came face-to-face with his scarred, miserable nature and repented, he penned marvelous words of God’s mercy that have guided sinners for centuries, “Have mercy on me, […]

Do you have a PCS sponsor—to heaven?

[…]in this life and as we PCS into the next—will one day stand to welcome and greet us at death before the Commander in Chief of the universe and in the communion of saints. Today is the time to make sure Jesus is your spiritual sponsor for that coming day.   Marine Corps: As a sponsor…you provide initial important contact [and] first impression of our unit. Jesus provides the connection between God and us, “For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, […]

With the Love of a Clanging Cymbal

[…]to take the next step. As he finished the story, I commented that he was handling the whole ordeal amazingly well. No one would have known the upheaval that was going on below the surface of his life. I was actually very impressed with his conduct, all things considered, and wondered if I would have handled the situation any differently. My self-righteousness was now completely replaced with sorrow, for him and for my response to him.    In his first letter to the church at Corinth, Paul pens arguably the most eloquent passage on love anywhere in the Bible. It’s […]

Leaving a legacy of faith

[…]DO YOU WANT TO BE REMEMBERED FOR? On Memorial Day we remember Fallen Veterans and others who were dear to us. Memorial Day is a time for reflecting and honoring heroic actions of many who lived out their convictions and a day to demonstrate that their sacrifices were not in vain.  The Scriptures give various accounts of events worthy of memorialization down through the ages. The “good deed” of the woman who anointed Jesus “beforehand for the burial” (Mark 14:8) is one such account. Jesus stated her act would subsequently be “spoken of in memory of her” (Mark 14:9). Death, […]

Finishing Strong, in Iraq and Life

[…]personnel there, a question emerged in my mind: are we finishing strong? Finishing strong in any endeavor depends on knowing where we started. The military mission in Iraq went through its own evolutionary process, and now the finish looks like this: the U.S. presence in Iraq created the opportunity for a divided nation to unite democratically under one flag and voice. And If Iraq embraces this prospect through wise choices, they will pass on this freedom to their children. Our troops articulated this mission well. From the motor pool mechanic to the communications expert under antennas on dusty hills, they […]

Will you embrace the Christ of Christmas?

[…]cute little baby in a manger, it’s when Jesus gets out of his crude crib and grows up that the deaf ear becomes turned. It’s not that He just merely talks about hot-button things: our sin, mankind’s need for a savior, that heaven and hell exist. But He also requires a personal response—from every one of us-to the gift of eternal salvation He extends. A gift that only He could purchase—with His blood at the Cross of Calvary. Now that cooing infant lying in the manger has gone from preaching to meddling. But what to do about Him? Nearly two millennia have passed since His brief […]

Question Authority

[…]When Jesus was anxious, He prayed. “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death” (Mark 14:34). Desire God’s will. “Abba! Father! Everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will” (Mark 14:36). Rest confidently in Him. “Father, I thank you that you have heard me. I knew that you always hear me, but I said this for the benefit of the people standing here, that they may believe that you sent me” (John 11:41-42). I had a friend who, in response to matters he did not understand […]

Starting an OCF Small Group Fellowship

[…]time and look around! After the First Meeting After the first meeting you’ll have a better idea of what the group prefers/needs. Is childcare an issue? Find a creative way to mind the kids while the adults study the Bible. Is proximity to dinner a problem? Think about having a potluck prior to starting the Bible study. In the workplace, maybe a “brown bag” study during the lunch hour will help. Most often, studying a book of the Bible works best. You can quickly learn (as a group) how to conduct an inductive study of one of the books of […]

Leadership Came Naturally

[…]take a risk. He understood the need for process without becoming its slave. And he was decisive in dealing with process that had become self-justifying bureaucracy. He once told me that as a Vietnam assignment officer, he challenged a requirement for foreign language training for men who were to be assigned to all U.S. units and had no need for it. It was difficult to get the necessary support and it was risky even challenging the status quo. But eventually he was able to prevail. Men in the Vietnam pipeline had a few more weeks with their families and to […]
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Leadership Q&A

[…]balance between being both an effective military officer and a bold witness for Christ?  A: The idea of balance between being an officer and a Christian hints at a bifurcation between the two. I do not believe that we should separate these. The Bible says to do all things as unto the Lord (Colossians 3:17). This means that your work as a military officer should be an extension of your faith. The output of your duties, as such, should be the best possible. The quality of your work and expertise should be so good that it provides proof of your […]

Wrestling with Depression

[…]that painful day when Adam chose to disobey God (Genesis 3:6-10). But through Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, we are reconciled to God (2 Corinthians 5:17-21) and the war has been won through Jesus. But until the fullness of that victory comes, we are engaged in spiritual battle (Ephesians 6:12). Our enemy, the devil, is the father of lies (John 8:44) who seeks to devour (1 Peter 5:8), and kill and destroy us (John 10:10). He wants us to believe we are easy prey for his schemes-that we are alone and isolated without worth, hope, or help. That spiritual battle […]

OCF at Garden Tomb

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[…]Jerusalem. “Rosalind and I greatly want to greet OCFers and their churches and groups. We will endeavor to welcome every one of you to this pinnacle experience during your time in Israel.” The Meryons were on the British Naval Staff in Washington, DC, from 1985-88 and back again from1992-1995 at the NATO headquarters in Norfolk, VA. Their son, David, who was born in 1987 in Fairfax County Hospital, plans to be the U.S. President in 2028 when he says there are no decent candidates! Contact the Meryons at [email protected] for more […]

Lead Your Child to Christ

[…]13:5). *If you wish to guide your child through the prayer, here is some suggested language. “Dear God, I know that I am a sinner [have child name specific sins he or she acknowledged earlier, such as lying, stealing, disobeying, etc.] I know that Jesus died on the cross to pay for all my sins. I ask You to forgive me of my sins. I believe that Jesus died for me and rose from the dead, and I accept Him as my Savior. Thank You for loving me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.”   If you would like more information about […]

OCF in Space

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[…]Jeff Williams, USA, who was in space 167 days from September 2009 until the foillowing April. Endeavour‘s February 2010 mission, taking parts for an observation deck and a new room for the ISS, was piloted by Col Terry Virts Jr., USAF. The very next space shuttle mission was in April with former OCF Council member Col Jim Dutton, USAF, piloting Discovery, taking a module filled with science racks for use in the ISS’s’ […]

What’s Your Altitude

[…]with no rights or privileges, dependent completely on our Heavenly Father we are postured to deal with the headaches, heartaches and unfairness of life in the best way possible. When you feel tempted to demand your rights or exert your will, lower yourself to Jesus’ level. Say to yourself, “I don’t deserve anything. Any good thing I receive I get by grace.” We belong to God and depend upon Him. If life seems unfair say, “What more can a bond-servant expect?” Last month I had the unique opportunity to sit in the cockpit of a C130 as it took off […]
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First Bible Studies

[…]especially if they can be found in the text; if not, the leader should settle for the correct idea and only supply the specific word if you plan to build upon that word later. It will probably take two or three meetings to study this passage with the group. The study does not have specific break points, but you might try to keep the major sections together. In this Bible study, do not think that you have to stick with the script. The script is there to help those who need it as they begin. If you are new to […]

Child Evangelism

[…]13:5). *If you wish to guide your child through the prayer, here is some suggested language. “Dear God, I know that I am a sinner [have child name specific sins he or she acknowledged earlier, such as lying, stealing, disobeying, etc.] I know that Jesus died on the cross to pay for all my sins. I ask You to forgive me of my sins. I believe that Jesus died for me and rose from the dead, and I accept Him as my Savior. Thank You for loving me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.” If you would like more information about Jesus […]
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Christian Leadership for the Junior Officer

[…]will be pressured to make a quick decision. Be aware that most decisions you make are not life-or-death. In other words, whenever possible, take a little bit of time before making important decisions. The Bible is full of leaders such as Nebuchadnezzar and Herod who later regretted making hasty, bad decisions. At the same time, don’t labor over minor decisions. Be assertive. But do not allow yourself to be pressured. Ask questions until you are satisfied and confident of your choice. Sharing Your Faith. This is a sensitive area. Once you have earned the respect of your leaders, colleagues, and […]

How Should a Christian Live?

[…]your name in the OCF newsletter and decided to email you. Thanks for listening. In Christ, a cadet Dear Cadet, Thanks for the note. First of all, philosophy is not a bad thing. There were just as many great thinkers who were strong Christians and/or otherwise good people with good intentions, as there were others who were destructive. The search for truth, the meaning of life (and death), the understanding of good and evil, and the intrinsic nature of man is not only a worthy exercise but also an essential one. It establishes your worldview, the particular set of lenses […]
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The Jungles of War

[…]guard against the beast of callousness lurking always near. I determined to accept the pain of dealing with the results of necessary military decisions and never to seek the safety of insensitivity. I knew I’d need a lot of help, for in me there was not the sort of strength I needed to fight this interior battle. I spent a lot of time “casting my cares on Him for He cares for me.” (1Peter 5:8) I reflected on 1 Peter 5:9 “Be sober, be vigilant, for your adversary the devil stalks about as a roaring lion, seeking whom he may […]

TTP – Platoon Leader

[…]I don’t push. The Lord knows I am not perfect, and I am sure I am far from the “ideal standard” of Christian Leader Outreach, but that is the system I have slowly figured out during my platoon leader time.  I suppose the best TTP is to get an accountability partner to keep you straight in servant leadership and personal lifestyle, but I have not been blessed with an accountability partner since West Point.   First Lieutenant Carolyn Martin is  a platoon leader with 212th Military Police in Kitzingen, Germany. She  spent nine months in Kosovo, and was a part […]

War on Spiritual Terrorism

[…]pray for the men in his platoon that they may have divine protection and be spared from injury or death. Both pray that the Holy Spirit will speak to the hearts of those they mentor and lead to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Common Ground Both of these leaders recognize that they are fighting both a physical foe and a spiritual enemy. As one officer noted, “The well grounded Christian has prepared to be a brave, compassionate and unselfish fighter. We are at war. The closer we are to God, the more the enemy [in this case […]

You Are Commissioned

[…]war on terrorism, the pressures of mounting combat operations will be intense. You can expect to deal with the casualties of war. That is a part of being a leader and part of “exercising biblical leadership.” So, how prepared will you be to deal with crisis? Will you react under your own strength or will you call upon the Lord to carry you through His plan for your life for His purposes? You were called by God for a purpose in our military and that purpose may not be easy or even clear, especially during a crisis. You may ask, […]
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Professional Excellence (Durfey)

[…]and unseen) is for the organization’s good. Furthermore, honoring God in all our day-to-day dealings is critical to a successful life. This includes our family life, relationships, finances, and church life as well as our recreational activities. The Coast Guard’s second core value is respect. We as Christians are called to be “need meet-ers.” This is the crux of being a servant leader. If we can put aside our own personal agenda and our own needs, we are much more likely to see others’ needs more clearly and have the time and energy to meet them. Respect, or sensitivity, toward […]
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Professional Perspectives for Senior Officers

[…]following elements of King Nebuchadnezzar’s testimony: Glory to God Previous condition How God dealt with him in humble terms New condition Glory to God DANIEL 5 Vs. 22-23. Assignment to a high position does not equate to greatness in God’s eyes, nor does it allow license in performing the duties of such a position. Vs. 27. Leaders will be weighed against their responsibilities. DANIEL 6 Vs. 1-3. Godly leaders can serve, repeatedly, for ungodly superiors. Distinguished service and excellence will be recognized. Vs. 4. They should, however, be prepared for jealousy and antagonism from ungodly men. Vs. 4-5. Conduct must […]
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Six Generations: 1

[…]that Jon never failed to read his Bible every day during his cadet experience. Learning to deal with the pressure was one of the goals of the Fourth Class System and the upperclassmen were very good at dishing it out. Of course they had all lived through it and were intent on making each successive class’s experience even harder than theirs. Dave Jamison’s description of Jon’s confident, positive attitude and willingness to use his talents and skills to help his buddies is worth recounting: “Jon’s attitude was clearly one of his strongest attributes. He never faced a challenge that dampened […]

Six Generations: 2

[…]had taken two bullets in the chest and Doc feverishly tried to stop the flow of blood, deal with the “sucking chest wound” that comes from penetrations of the lungs and treat for shock. Oblivious to the enemy fire all around him, Doc knew his lieutenant was either wounded or dead nearby. At this point, Rob “Doc” Jackson’s remembrances are powerful: “As I was trying to bandage his wounds and assess what was appropriate to do next, I heard a voice just a few feet to Robert’s left. I realize all this was happening in intermittent hails of fire like […]

Six Generations: 3

[…] believe Jon’s and Guy’s widows were burying one of them…when word of the other’s death arrived. [author’s note – in fact, Gail Shine rushed to be with Guy’s wife–a total stranger–when she heard that Guy had been killed in action. While Gail was at the funeral, incredibly, Guy’s wife found out about Jon’s death and informed Gail. They comforted one another.] When I think of what a West Point cadet should be, I think of Jon Shine. When I think of what a young officer should be, I think of Jon Shine. When I think of what a human […]

Follow Me

[…]not the desires of men. Seek Jesus as a Role Model The third aspect of Jesus’ leadership style deals with the world’s idea of leadership. The world’s view on leadership today has not changed much since the days of Jesus. Many leaders in the world seek positions of leadership in order to exercise authority and esteem themselves as better than the people they are leading. These attitudes can be seen in how they interact with others and how they seek to keep themselves in power. Dictators often build networks of terror to maintain power while living in the lap of […]

Leadership and the Christian Officer

[…]is fully Christian; our faith demands nothing less. The Golden Rule is certainly applicable when dealing with superiors and subordinates alike. Christian officers actually have an advantage in achieving the best results. They know that God has a specific purpose and plan for their lives (Eph. 2:10) and that promotions come from God, regardless of any human actions connected therewith (Ps. 75:6-7). The Christian can rest assured that God oversees life and career (Matt. 10:28-31; Rom. 8:28; Phil. 4:19; 1 Thess. 5:18). The Christian therefore need not worry about a particular assignment or promotion, nor, practically, should one fret or […]

Leadership by Example

[…]is clearly a wartime moment, one of great poignancy for each of you and your families and dear friends gathered here. It is also perhaps one of great ambiguity since we do not really know how we, as a nation, are progressing in the Iraqi war, and yet recognize that you may well join it in just a matter of months. I am speaking of the ambiguity that normally exists within those uninitiated to the rigors, as well as the horrors, of war. It is an ambiguity that in part exists because you do not yet have an answer to […]

Leadership Excellence

[…]individual’s character. While the leader must demonstrate the highest standards of conduct and, ideally, personify the values that define his organization, he must also ensure that those same values are instilled in his subordinates. He must endeavor to cultivate both a spiritual appreciation for them and confidence in the integrity of the institution. In the Corps, we have long strived to imbue every Marine with a profound appreciation of our cherished “core values.” These fundamental virtues-honor, courage, and commitment-define our ethos and form a solid foundation for the lifelong growth of character and moral fitness. As military professionals, leaders by […]

Know Your Rights!

[…]and accurate. The only way we can honor the Lord is by being truthful and accurate. In all our dealings we quietly depend upon the Lord for His help, and not on our own skills (2 Cor. 1:23). If you have any questions or need any more information on the finances or the programs of Officers’ Christian Fellowship, please call me at 1-800-424-1984 or e-mail me at […]

Test Me!

by Maj Dean A. Millard, USMC (Ret.) God through the prophet Malachi told the Old Testament Jews that they were robbing God. The people said, “How are we robbing God?” They were told that they were robbing God in their tithes and offerings. Rather than giving to God what they were supposed to, they were keeping it for themselves. God then said an amazing thing. He said, “Test Me!” All my life I’ve been told to never be so presumptuous as to put God to the test. Yet, in the case of finances, God says, “Test Me!” And the Lord […]

Walking

[…]her sister by the feet of this Great Teacher, seated and drinking in every word and absolutely dead to the world. So, assuming the air of a foreman (epistates–for it says epistasa, which means “having stood over”), she said to Him, “Lord, doesn’t it concern you at all that my sister has left me to do all the work alone? Tell her therefore that she help me.” It would be unfair to underestimate Martha’s frustration and indignation. She was in difficulty. She had been doing all she could, but she was not able to cope with it all. So she […]

Ways to Give

by Maj Dean A. Millard, USMC (Ret.) It’s easy for OCF members to send in a regular donation. The following options are for your consideration: U.S. Mail Most members use U.S. mail to send contributions directly to the Home Office in Englewood, to Spring Canyon or White Sulphur Springs, or to one of the Field Staff. Subsequently, for many members the receipt letter acts as a regular reminder for their next contribution. Military Allotment SystemAs a former Financial Management Officer in the Marine Crops, I know the advantages of this option. First, its perfectly fine under today’s regulations. Second, the money […]

Returning Home

[…]can be stressful. After the initial excitement, resentment and stuffed emotions may surface. Idealistic perceptions are quickly dashed, and forgotten problems, which existed prior to the deployment, haven’t vanished–they’ve merely been on hold. It’s important not to use past hurts as weapons against each other. Forgiveness is not forgetting or pretending that nothing has happened. When you remember the hurt, remember your forgiveness. The Hebrew word for forgiveness means “to have anger in one’s fist and to release it.” Some soldiers return home with a critical attitude, ready to inspect, take control, and fix the mess their families have made. […]

Situational Awareness

[…]led collections of soldiers, sailors, airmen, or marines you now lead other leaders. Once you dealt with personalities and individual abilities; now you deal with plans, policies, and resources for large organizations. You are in a strategic position. By virtue of your rank and position subordinates look to you to set the standard. The example you portray as a Christian leader has the ability to directly affect the personal conduct and eternal future of hundreds. Those hundreds may eventually impact countless numbers. You may be in a position to advise senior leaders on matters of importance. Seeking God’s wisdom and […]

How Shall We Pray?

[…]these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our […]

I Only See Green

[…]USA “I only see green” is a phrase often heard in the U.S. Army. It’s Army jargon used to deal with racism and sexism: instead of seeing black or white skin, males or females, we only see a person in a uniform. We treat all fellow servicemen and women with the same respect, no matter color or sex. Jesus might have had a saying like this one, “I only see hearts.” Nothing on the outside of people seemed to matter to Him. Paul wrote, “There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all […]

Implicit Trust

[…]with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.” Years ago, returning by train from Baltimore to my duty station in Philadelphia, the spirit of God led me to jot down some thoughts He gave me honoring His marvelous plan of salvation. These are the words: Dark was the night all around me, hemmed in by sin and despair, Far off from Christ and His glory, what else to such depths can compare? Satan’s wiles were deceitful, eternal death was my lot, What else could […]
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Preparing for Active Duty

[…]and skills will be a great help to them. Chaplains don’t have elders. They don’t have deacons. They often don’t have worship leaders. Your willingness to employ your talents are needed. Prayer is the key. Ask the Lord what He would have you […]

Soldiers of Faith: Washington

[…]thy Son to die for me; and hast given me assurance of salvation, upon my repentance and sincere endeavor to conform my life to His holy precepts and example. These are not the words of a deist. These are the words of a man that walked and lived to honor God. Washington had an impact upon his men immediately upon his assumption of command. He knew that his men must have the inner faith of God to sustain them in the perilous times ahead. The day after assuming command, he issued the following order: The General most earnestly requires and […]

What Are Parents to Do?

[…]contact with enemy forces. Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. When we received the very sad news that one of his closest friends was killed, we were overcome more by compassion–rather than fear–for the new widow, and for Darren. Although we were thankful the call we received wasn’t about Darren, we grieved. Don went to Dover Air Force Base for the repatriation of the remains, and we attended the […]

Impact Your Military Community!

[…]food and beverages are provided. Funded by the chapel, the event is free. It was one soldier’s idea. An OCF officer, a dozen military and family members, and a chaplain made it happen. Petra Cafe is reaching thousands in our military community at the Presidio of Monterey, Fort Stewart and soon Maxwell AFB. Over 2,000 attended the first eleven cafes at Fort Stewart, while 2,600 participated in the first eight months of cafes at the Presidio of Monterey. The startling thing about the cafe is that half of those who attend are not Christians. In the various cafe events, there […]

Letter to My Sergeant

[…]of Christ. An ageless military axiom comes to mind — soldiers never leave their wounded or dead on the battlefield. These words apply here, and they have added urgency on the spiritual battlefield. You should know that your soul is just as precious to God as anyone’s, even after all you have done. It may be difficult to see now, but God is working His plan of justice and mercy through the pain and sadness. I don’t know where you are in the cycle of sin we see in the book of Judges (sin, suffering, seeking, salvation), but hopefully you […]
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Mortal Enemies

[…]Christianity.” Old war buddies came to visit me, trying to persuade me to discard “this crazy idea.” Others accused me of being an opportunist, embracing Christianity only for how it might impress the Americans. But time has proven them wrong. As an evangelist, I have traveled across Japan and the Orient introducing others to the One who changed my life. I would give anything to retract my actions at Pearl Harbor, but it is impossible. Instead, I work at striking the death-blow to the basic hatred that infests the human heart and causes such tragedies. And that hatred cannot be […]

Service Separations

[…]As wives, we need to grow–to stretch to our utmost potential. Learning to handle finances, dealing with repairmen, buying or selling a house–all of these can be growing experiences. In his poem, “Good Timber” Douglas Malloch expresses a similar idea: Good timber does not grow in ease; The stronger wind, the tougher trees; The farther sky, the greater length; The more the storm, the more the strength… Don’t dwell on all the things you think are missing because of your husband’s absence. Concentrate instead on special activities that his absence makes possible. It is not uncommon to hear married women […]

The Role of Faith

[…]the most important factor that determines how a family facing the crisis of deployment or war will deal with its members’ fears. People often turn to God during crisis. In the media coverage during recent missions, there were constant public references to prayer and looking to God for help. Faith gives people the hope and courage they need to get through trials. The realization that you have no control over your circumstances may draw you to God for the first time, or possibly back to God. “The power is in the Person to whom faith clings. . . . The […]

The Role of the Chaplain

[…]lead worship, counsel, teach troops, care pastorally for all, encourage ethical conduct, honor the dead, nurture the wounded, and give hope to the weary. But how’s that role fleshed out? I think you should expect a godly person who: Is honest and ethical Really cares about the people in the unit, willing to face opposition in order to make their lot more livable. Will die with you and will not run away. Will pray for and with you as you lie dying or wounded–willingly go where needed, no matter how dangerous that place may be. Knows the different religious practices […]
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Three Words

[…]your life will give you confidence to handle the weight of combat command and the courage to face death. This does not mean that you may not be killed. Jesus was Lord as much in my brother Jon’s life as he was in mine, but God allowed the North Vietnamese machine gun bullets to cut him down after only a few weeks in battle, while I survived fifteen months there with only a few scars. Nor does your faith mean you will never feel fear. It is part of our humanness–often a necessary and helpful part. In times of immediate […]

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