2 Timothy 2:3-4
“Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets involved in civilian affairs—he wants to please his commanding officer.”
I was a boy during the terrible days of World War II. There are vivid images that still fill my mind as I recall those days–stars in the windows. These were Blue Star Service Banners sometimes called Blue Star Flags. These banners first became a way for households to indicate they have family members in the service.
In a similar fashion Blue Star Memorial Highways were established by pay tribute to the U.S. armed forces. The National Garden Clubs, Inc. started the program in 1945 after World War II.
The program has since been expanded to include Memorial Markers and Memorial By-Ways. This Wednesday, October 21st, I have been invited to offer the invocation for a dedication of such a memorial marker in Tumwater, Washington. (If you are interested in attending please send me an e-mail for more information).
As I recall the Memorial Banners with their blue stars, I suddenly remember that all too frequently the blue star changed to gold. This signified that the family member had died in service to the country.
If a Memorial Banner was displayed to indicate Christians who placed their lives on the line to defend the faith, would there be a star for you? Are you willing to give yourself fully in the Lord’s army?
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
– – – Pastor Cecil