05/25/2026
Today, we pause to remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their sacrifice echoes the greatest act of love we've ever known; when Jesus laid down His life so that we might be set free.
These brave souls didn't just protect our nation; they embodied a truth found in John 15:13: "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends."
We are forever indebted to those who chose valor over comfort, service over self, and sacrifice over safety. Their legacy isn't just written in history books; it's written in the freedoms we experience every single day.
As we honor their memory this Memorial Day, let's commit to living lives worthy of their sacrifice. Let's protect the vulnerable, fight for those who can't fight for themselves, and use our freedom to bring hope to others.
Because freedom isn't free. It was bought at a price.
And the best way we can honor those who gave everything is by making sure their sacrifice leads to a world where every person is valued, protected, and loved.
May we never forget. May we always be grateful. And may we live with purpose that honors their legacy.