My time in the military service!

I cursed the time of my service in the USMC. I saw my military service as a waste of time compared to those who gained a college education. I saw no benefit from the time I served. I couldn’t apply my military skills toward getting a job in the workplace. I served during peace time.

Today, I have a change of heart. I thank God for the privilege to have joined and served a noble cause.

There are thousands and thousands of people in the military service who have made the ultimate sacrifice, who gave up all in defense of the freedoms we as a nation cherish.

The truth is, I gained a college degree in doing life from the USMC. Today, I realize I have benefited greatly from my time in the service. I purchased a house through the veteran’s administration.

One of the benefits that I am deeply grateful for is the discipline of physical exercise. Four years of military service drilled into my consciousness the discipline of exercise, keeping the body physically fit. I never lost that discipline, that mental attitude. It has been a blessing to me over many years. I control my body, and my body doesn’t control me.

I have more faith in God’s love and, in my daily routine of discipline, then I do in the medical profession. These things have been developed over a lifetime.

I appreciate those who have taken their military experience to help others escape the pressures of life.

Ephesians 5:20 says, “Giving thanks for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

The military service taught me from thousands of years of military history how to perform in the battle of life.

Romans 8:28, “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”

We can all look back and give thanks for some unpleasant experiences or hardships. There is much to be thankful!

Grace & peace!