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5/26/13

Devotional for 5/27/13

TAKING THE DAY FOR GRANTED

It is Memorial Day and for most of the working population that means a day off. Schools, banks, and some stores close for the day to allow their members the opportunity to celebrate and honor those who have died for our country.

When I was young Memorial Day just meant an extra long weekend when I could sleep in on Monday. Age has softened my heart and expanded my awareness of how much has been done for me by those whom I will never meet. Now I can barely say the pledge of allegiance without tearing up; and when we sing the national anthem, keeping dry eyes is a lost cause.

In liberty , Military on July 3, 2010 at 12:38 amThe coolest thing about our military, and first-responders (police, fire, and medical personnel), is that they keep watching over us, protecting us, and preserving our freedoms, while we shop, socialize, sleep-in, eat at restaurants, watch movies, or even criticize them! Even when we are not thinking of them, the majority of them keep doing what they are supposed to do.

Although I desire to have a grateful heart, I tend to take most of the blessings in life for granted. The blessing of a strong military to protect us from those who would do us harm. The blessing of a justice system that even with it's weaknesses is the most fair and merciful in the world. The blessing of a government that is voted in by the people and for the people.

Even the love of God, that has saved us from ourselves, is something we can take for granted. We can forget what a miracle it is that He loves us, forgives us when we ask, and accepts us as His children. Even when we are not thinking about God - He is thinking about us.

Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves,
you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy,
kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. 
Make allowance for each other’s faults,
and forgive anyone who offends you.
Remember, the Lord forgave you,
so you must forgive others. 
Above all, clothe yourselves with love,
which binds us all together in perfect harmony.
Colossians 3:12-14 NLT
 
Dear Lord, thank You that You never forget Your promise to always watch over us and be with us. Please help us to learn the lesson of remembering that which we should remember and how best to let go and forget what we should forget. In Jesus name, amen.

Written by Mary M. Wilkins
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  1. Women's Focus MinistriesMay 27, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    This is a wonderful consideration of the Godly principles that are the driving force behind this secular holiday. It is always good to be thankful to God and for people who do so much for us, I have my telephone set for an alarm at three today. You can set yours as well and join me and others all over the country to participate in the the national moment of silence and prayer to honor those who serve us in the capacity that Mary had written about here.

    God bless

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