Charles Moore writes the following in The Plough Reader (Autumn 2002): “When I first became a pacifist, I hit the warpath. In my zeal, I tried hard to convert others to my newfound position. I didn’t recognize that my zeal was blinding – and hardening me. I had ‘seen the light.’ Now those who differed from me were hawks, war-mongers, compromisers, enemies of humanity, or mutineers of Jesus. ‘Size them up and shut ‘em out’ became my modus operandi.” On the other hand, Dietrich

Now that we have gone through many situations and experiences during the past year, 2025, what can we expect in 2026? This is a question many veterans face after a year of deployments and upon returning to establish a more “normal” life. All of the exciting and heart-warming airport and loading dock welcomes, parades, flag-waving, and other gratifying home celebrations are behind us. Returning home from deployment(s) can be a time of incredible happiness, but what comes next?

Those among our readers who are familiar with the various challenges returning military men and women face when coming home from their service to our nation, are aware that many of these warriors are often uncomfortable in churches in their transition on returning home. Some of these warriors face challenges, such as PTS (Post Traumatic Stress), TBI (Trauma Brain Injury), depression, anxiety, war wounds, and other physical challenges, often linked to combat exposure and stres

In the early days of my biblical studies, I was exposed to the teachings of Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906–1945), a Lutheran pastor and theologian living in Germany during World War II. He was one of a few godly men who actively opposed the regime of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi oppression of the Jews. Bonhoeffer spent time in America, attending Union Theological Seminary in New York City. He eventually felt called to return to the German church in its time of need. At one point, Bon

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Our Hearts Are Restless After several years of ministry to veterans one thing has captured my attention above everything else. That is...

I wish to open these thoughts with mention of fifty-six individuals who pledged themselves to serve this nation. Of these fifty-six...

“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they...

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by Jim Humphrey On November 11, our nation will celebrate Veterans Day. We dedicate this day to honoring the brave men and women who have...

by Jim Humphrey When training for competitive activities, we are often coached to visualize the goal and drive toward it. It was no...

Suicide rates among military and veterans are on the rise. Why and What can be done?

A Reflection On The Promise Of A Nation The title above underscores the Veterans Administration commitment to fulfill a promise given by...

The title "I Care" underscores the Veterans Administration's commitment to fulfilling a promise given by President Abraham Lincoln to our...