Freedom

Freedom,
defined by force,
to die for the cause,
is what the soldier supports,

Freedom,
defined by society,
to a grander cause,
the soldier come upon,

Freedom,
defined by religion,
Jesus died in its name,
put on the cross was he,

Freedom,
one the cross,
the other on the battlefield!
did they die in vain?

Freedom,
defined by song,
Jesus n' the soldier did sing,
your soul, one died for, the latter let freedom ring!

Richard McClellan

  

Today, as we observed Veteran's Day at my school, I stared at the flag while it raised in the lightly falling snow with a grateful heart. I can not even begin to fathom the sacrifice many men and women have made to allow us to live in our free country. I am beyond grateful and thankful for the people that serve our country. 

 

...Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." -Joshua 1:9