Memorial Day

We are blessed to have a nation of brave men and women who have greatly sacrificed for our country. Our great nation celebrates Memorial Day in honor of their service. May these Memorial Day prayers encourage and inspire those who serve in the military as well as the family members who support them.

How do we teach our kids about the sacrifices made that we honor on this, the day of being "off" school and work, the day of hamburgers and hotdogs, of running through sprinklers, or taking out the boat to go fishing,etc.The paradox is rather startling when you stop to think about it. Our freedom to enjoy a day of life,came at the cost of another's life.

Here are 3 incredible truths and 3 powerful prayers in honor of Memorial Day.

Memorial Day reminds us of our eternal home by honoring the sacrificial love of others, fostering gratitude, community, and reflection, and inspiring us to live with purpose, hope, and faith in God’s promises of eternal life.

Memorial Day is a time to honor the fallen while also reflecting on the deep spiritual values of sacrifice, service, and love—exemplified by Christian heroes like Desmond Doss, Emil Kapaun, Dick Winters, Mother Teresa, and Billy Graham—who lived out their faith in extraordinary ways through war, compassion, and leadership.

This Memorial Day, why not turn your family road trip into a journey that celebrates God’s blessings of freedom, faith, and heritage? From the Museum of the Bible to awe-inspiring patriotic landmarks, discover destinations that honor the freedoms we often take for granted—and renew your spirit along the way!

Memorial Day may look like a weekend of cookouts and sales, but its heart beats with the sacrifice of those who died defending America's freedoms. It’s a powerful reminder that rights like worship, free speech, and peaceful assembly were paid for in blood—and are worth remembering and protecting.

Many will recognize Mike Rowe as the host of the popular TV show, Dirty Jobs, where he toured America covering the dangerous and dirty jobs somebody’s got to do. But in the upcoming film Something To Stand For, Mike focuses on the brave souls who put themselves in danger to build and protect our great country.

Here’s a Memorial Day tribute that will give you chills! ‘Amazing Grace’ plays on the bagpipes as powerful quotes and imagery come together to honor the fallen soldiers who paid it all for their country.

Huntergirl's performance of her original song "Red Bird" will bring tears to your eyes as she honors veterans and those who have lost loved ones.

Faithful Father, we lift up our leaders to You. Please lead and guide them to do what is good, noble, and right. Sway them from selfish motives and protect their hearts and minds as they make decisions for our nation. Give them the desire and passion for seeking You and walking with purpose and integrity. As a free nation that is given the opportunity to take part in the election process, grant us the wisdom to choose leaders and officials that will honor You, Lord.

With a husband deployed and our third child’s due date facing me, several friends rallied. Some watched our two older children until my parents arrived in town. Another friend drove with me to the hospital. A few stayed with me as I labored unsuccessfully, and one even stayed the night at the hospital, then attended the birth in the operating room the following day. They showed up. And we can too.

How can we pay tribute to our heroes who have given their all to make sure present and future generations live free of tyranny? These 7 ways can honor our fallen service members on Memorial Day.

Here are ten ways, among many, to show your support to military families

First and foremost, we must recognize the meaning behind this holiday. We have several veterans in my own family, so making a point on Memorial Day to honor those men and women that sacrificed their lives in the line of duty is invaluable to them.