Sworn to Service

I sent some greeting cards out a few weeks ago to some service
members (two girls, one guy) who are family of our church. After
watching the Gene Hackman/Owen Wilson film "Behind Enemy Lines"
I was inspired to think of some Bible verses in military context. Since
the Bible uses military illustrations I figured it would be okay.

Sitting here now, as I write seeing returns come in, too soon to know
anything I thought it might be good for us all to remember what
Jesus said. (paraphrased by me), Matthew 10:16

"Make no mistake, I am putting you in harms way, watch each
others back. You will need the stealth of a python, but the diplomacy
of a small bird."

In a crowd of angry armed men, standing alone, Jesus said, (in effect)
that He could have instantly called for cover fire, and I do mean
FIRE of the brimstone type, but willingly walked into the enemies
stronghold.

Ladies and Gentlemen, We are and have been behind enemy lines all
of our lives. Our citizenship is in Heaven, this is not our Home.
This world hated our Master, and will hate us. 'People and politics'
come and go so while the day is still light, take Jesus to people who
need Him. The rest is just smoke & vapor.