Sword of the Spirit–My Weapon of Choice
By Edie Melson2 min read
God has given us His Word for protection and offensive warfare, but how few of us view it in that way. We use it for comfort and instruction, but it’s meant to be so much more.
Soldier
A soldier is a defender of our freedoms, and he or she is deserving of all our respect, admiration, and gratitude for being willing to sacrifice so much for us every day.
Memorial Day Remembrances
By Edie Melson2 min read
Frequently the lives of military families are littered with times of fear and painful separations. But along with these struggles comes the sweetness of the triumphs.
God’s Mercy: A Military Mom’s Prayer Is Answered
By Patti Stone Sells2 min read
When Patti Stone Sells’ son Dillon was deployed to Afghanistan, she prayed that God would protect him. Then came the day she realized that He had heard her pleas.
Arlington Remembers…
By Edie Melson3 min read
This Memorial Day, we must remember the price that was paid for our right to shop, barbeque, spend time with our children, protest and live based on our religious beliefs.
The Beauty of Community
By Edie Melson4 min read
Looking to Christ for guidance and love, military families find that He has a plan for us in every location in which we find ourselves.
A Military Mom’s Journey of Prayer
By Edie Melson3 min read
God has taken my time of darkness—my last resort—and is shining it as a light for those who are also facing the incredible stress of having a loved one at war.
A Mother’s Day to Remember
By Edie Melson3 min read
So often we feel God has neglected and abandoned us, He’s assembling a special blessing to remind us how much He cares.
Rooting Out Common Complaints
By Edie Melson3 min read
Planting Roots’ new online Bible study series, ROOTED, helps military women become deeply rooted in Christ while removing some spiritual weeds in the form of chronic complaints.
National Day of Prayer–Remember Our Military
By Edie Melson2 min read
On this national day of prayer, we have the privilege and responsibility to come together in prayer. Together, we have the ability to amplify that heart’s cry asking God to keep those men and women in our military safe.
When Concern Consumes Us
By Edie Melson3 min read
God’s perfect peace began to overwhelm the concern that had dominated my mind for so long.
Boot Camp Experiences
By Edie Melson3 min read
Whether we volunteer or are drafted, boot camp is what it is and serves a purpose. Our Father knows what we need so much more fully than we do.
More Ways to Help Kids in Military Families
By Edie Melson3 min read
No matter what, take time this month and reach out to a military child in your community. Thank them for their service and remind them that they too are heroes.
