Serving Our Country in Afghanistan ~~ A Testimony from a Soldier

Exodus 12:26 And it shall come to pass, when your children shall say unto you, What mean ye by this service?

Hey all. Here is the picture from the Medal Ceremony. My first AF Medal really earned. See you all soon. Lots of love, Lacy

My friend Trish R's sister is serving in Afghanistan. Lacy is a young single woman who is making her mark on the world. She is doing something crucially important for us all and for future generations should Jesus tarry His coming. When Lacy left the States to "work over there," Trish provided Lacy's address so that I could write to her. I wrote not really knowing what to say but wanting to be an encouragement to Lacy. The tables have totally turned as Lacy's emails have blessed and encouraged me. She is not "down and out" but she is a vibrant young lady who is excited about what she and her comrades are accomplishing. Here is the latest email I have received from her. It was written on December 30 she she is soon to ship out of there and return to the States. Please pray for her safe return and may we NEVER get lazy and complacent and forget to pray for all of those serving and protecting us here at home.

...I am still in Afghanistan, should be leaving here in about 11 days and headed home. I can't wait. And you are very welcome for my service. I would not have it any other way. I am very proud of what I do and what I am part of. Being here has been rough, but a life changing experience. It brought me back to God, where I should have been all along. And I know that, because of the sacrifices that we make, our families stay safe. I only hope that future generations realize the same and choose to serve as well. So many people have forgotten why this war started. America is truly the greatest nation on the planet and no matter what politicians are running the show I will always chose to serve as long as I am able. I received my first medal ever here, it was such a good feeling. God is truly smiling on me, taking the load off my shoulders, and making me a better person everyday...

With love, Lacy