John 15:13 NIV
"Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends"
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 Encourage Military Families
Memorial Day has traditionally been a day of remembering the many heroes who lost their lives during wars in which the United States has been involved. As you pause to pray for those currently serving in Iraq and other posts worldwide, take a moment to browse through the collection of articles to honor those soldiers. Then click here to discover six ways you can encourage the soldiers and their families.
 Soldiers' Stories
God Is Here, Too
I went to Iraq with mixed emotions. Then I discovered a deeper truth amid the chaos.
Prayers in the Desert
When my Army unit came under attack in Iraq, I felt the reality of God's protection.
Baptized in Babylon
An American soldier's spiritual journey in Iraq.
Prayers Over Baghdad
The e-mail diary of an American soldier.
From Bombs to Something More Powerful
After Jacob DeShazer attacked Japan with Jimmy Doolittle's raiders, God gave him a new mission.
A Paratrooper's Worst Mistake
Fifty years ago I should have fallen to my death.
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 Articles About War
Post-Traumatic Faith
Understanding the plight of Christians who have killed in combat.
'Ma'am, We Regret to Inform You'
There's no easy way to tell military families that their loved ones will not be coming home.
Stories of Encouragement
Be encouraged by these articles about facing death with hope of heaven.
Related Articles
Read more articles on war and how we remember those who fought.
 Memorable Christians
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Author of Uncle Tom's Cabin.
Sojourner Truth
Abolitionist and women's rights advocate.
Harriet Tubman
The "Moses" of her people.
Christians You Should Know
Think history is boring? Scan through 131 Christians Everyone Should Know, and you'll think otherwise!
 Remembering Our History
Remembering 9/11
A mother who lost her son remembers 9/11, and a survivor recounts his escape from tower two.
Remembering the Civil War
Read three excerpts about the untold story of the Civil War.
You Say You Want A Revolution
Read this issue from Books & Culture about how Rhode Islanders and Virginians, Oneida and Seneca, Scots and Germans, Methodists and Mennonites, Patriots and Loyalists became Americans.
 Resources for Memorial Day
Patriotism and God: This Bible study examines what it means to be patriotic and Christian and what patriotism can teach us about God's love.
Finding Peace in a Time of War: As Christians, know that wars will only cease when Christ comes back. But how should we live during a time of war? This Bible study gives a new mindset for living during chaotic times.
For History Enthusiasts: These discussion guides examine movies based on the battle of the Alamo, the U.S.'s history of slavery, and World War II.
The Gift of Encouragement
Know someone who's a little down on Memorial Day? Send them an Encouragement Card! It's free to you but priceless to the one you encourage.
The History of Memorial Day
See what The History Channel has to say about the origins of Memorial Day.
Patriotic Photo Pack
This downloadable pack from BuildingChurchLeaders.com features 20 original patriotic photos specifically designed to be used as backgrounds for your church's Memorial Day and Fourth of July worship services.
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