Two Marine's Lost

I just read in David Wood's blog (see the embedded journalist blog link to the right) about two Marine's with Michael dying this week. It was an IED. David writes much about how they learn to detect and avoid those because they are the largest threat. But, unfortunately, these two Marine's were killed by an IED.

Of course, quickly, I wondered to myself about the likelihood of my husband being in the same situation. Perhaps Michael's not in much danger. However, IED's are dangerous because they are everywhere and hard to spot. If he's out, he's susceptible.

But, I believe that the safest place is in God's will and that's where I believe he is. I know that I have no reason to fear because of the verse God gave me this afternoon before ever reading about these two Marines. He gave me this to meditate on today:

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9

I skipped ahead in my study and saw that I'll be focusing more on that verse tomorrow and will get to look into the Hebrew. God truly knows what we need.

On that note, we also need to keep our focus off ourselves. We cannot worry about tomorrow and ourselves. Two men died. I don't know much about them. But, I know they will be missed and they were strong and courageous.

Dear Lord, I lift the families of the fallen Marine's up to you now and pray that they will be strong and courageous in this time of sadness and mourning. Give them the support and wisdom necessary to make it through these next couple weeks. Please also bless them for their great sacrifice. In Jesus' name, Amen.