The Sword of the Spirit
By Edie Melson2 min read
Even though Jimmy flirted with disaster, I knew he never hesitated to live out his faith…
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Veterans Farm: A Harvest of Hope for Veterans
By Adam Burke6 min read
A troubled Iraq veteran helps himself and others by returning to the agricultural life he knew and loved.
J.R. Martinez: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Winner Relies on Faith
By J. R. Martinez8 min read
A badly burned Iraq veteran rises above his appearance—in front of 20 million Dancing with the Stars viewers.
Everything Breaks While Your Soldier Is Away
By Edie Melson2 min read
You may find yourself so buried by chores that you don’t know where to start asking for help. Here are some tips.
You Might Love a Soldier If…
By Edie Melson2 min read
I thought I’d share this (tongue-in-cheek) list sure to be familiar to those who have had a loved one in the military.
Keep My Soldier Safe
By Edie Melson2 min read
I was faced with the certainty that I was no longer in charge of keeping him safe…
Packing for the Troops
By Edie Melson2 min read
Watching all these people come together to reach out to our men and women serving warms this military mom’s heart.
Our Returning Troops: From Military Hero to Therapy Dog
By Sgt. Chloe Wells11 min read
In two deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, Ddoc saved lives in battle and paid a cost: canine PTSD. His career was over until one soldier took up his cause.
But How Do I Help a Military Family?
By Edie Melson3 min read
Every family needs prayer–they need to be reminded that you are praying for their soldier and for them. But there’s more you can do…
Our Returning Troops: Ballet Eases Iraq Veteran’s Anxiety
By Roman Baca9 min read
How the art of dance taught former Marine Roman Baca to overcome his lifelong enemies: Anger and anxiety
Saying Goodbye Is Complicated
By Edie Melson3 min read
I learned that staying focused on God and keeping busy were the best ways to protect against the fears about deployment…
Wrap a Soldier in Love
By Edie Melson2 min read
There is nothing like a handmade quilt crafted with love and prayers, recognizing a soldier’s sacrifice…