The Day I Swore Into The Military

“Sin” and “righteousness”, have both come to be terms that provoke controversy. No one wants to be called “a sinner”. Sin implies judgment and condemnation. And if a person evaluates “righteousness” according to standards of behavior, he or she will fail to live up to his own standard. And so today these two words are shunned.

Serving in the military is more than simply courage or patriotism; it’s a willingness to make sacrifices, including your own life, for the benefit or continuation of something greater than yourself. Too many forget that their freedom comes with a cost, taking for granted not only what their nation has given them, but also the men and women who risk their lives each day to protect our own. Committing to this life of service after graduation is incredibly important to me, for many reasons, and is what I feel called to do with my future. Primarily, I wish to serve so that I may repay my country for all it has bestowed upon me. In return for a life of freedom, an incredible education, and seemingly endless opportunities, it is the very least I

I served in the United States Army for almost seven years. I loved every minute of it. Well, I might not have enjoyed every minute, but I enjoyed the majority of my time served. The knowledge, insight, training, education and experience

In May of 2005 I finally accomplished something that really meant a lot not only to me and my family, but to the people of the United States of America. Even while being in Iraq from April 2007 to November 2007 and losing a brother in arms while I was there I still felt honor. After finding out I will be a dad in June 2008 I became a Non Commissioned officer July 1st and a married man by July 2nd. Once August 2008 came I found myself saying yes to four more years. Once August 2012 came I was a well-established family man who became a marine vet who is instilled with nothing but honor, courage, and

As a result of being a self-starter, I took an oath to the U.S. Army National Guard and the country. I swore to protect and defend it’s people even when it means risking my own life so I could get assistance with furthering my education. Consequently, I have grown as a person

My family was worried by the sudden change in career but not surprised at my spontaneous actions. Eighteen years later, thirty-two months deployed, two marriages, and one more hardship tour this summer I do not regret the spontaneous career choice to serve in the Armed

Like a moth to the flame, I have always been drawn to the military. It appeals to me in many ways, but most prominently in the role of the military to protect individual’s freedom. As a US history major, my dad always regaled me with stories of the American Revolution and Civil War. The courage and passion shown by countless historical figures to preserve freedom amazed me growing up and set the stage for my ambitions with the military.

Before I joined the military I was a reckless teenager who had no direction in life. Growing up in the slums of New York City my days consisted of stealing anything I could get my hands on, smoking weed, drinking and hanging out with my friends until the early hours of the night. My sense of accomplishment and achievement came from the fact I graduated high school. I cared for only myself and I wasn’t dedicated to anything that didn’t work in my favor. That all changed the day I enlisted in the United States Navy. Since that very first day of boot camp the military has had a positive effect on my life and changed me in so many ways.

Sin-consciousness is Satan's way. Righteousness-consciousness is God's way. The gospel teaches us to live God's way. When we do, then a guilty conscience, and poor self esteem becomes things of the past. Instead, we become 'the just who live by

Ways I see the world by being a military brat has definitely forever change how I view the world. Being able to travel to different countries as a family has made me the person I am. I am able to easily sympathize with foreigners. I’m more open to learning different cultures. I see a world full of unique people with a different experience. I understand how it feels to live in a different country and not understood the languages and have to obey their laws.

My military service reshaped who I am. My training stripped away any sense of entitlement and I learned more about myself in four months than I’d ever known before. It not only gave me discipline and taught me to perform under pressure, but everything I did wasn’t just for me anymore. I was working hard for the marines next to me in my platoon. The time came when each of us hit a breaking point physically or mentally.

Moral sin is sin, of doing the wrong thing for the right reasons. Those who serve in military capacities may experience

My father has served twenty-two years in the United States Air Force. The Military has undoubtedly had the greatest impact on who I am today. From the moral expectations I cling to, to the way I communicate with my peers. Within the time my father was active-duty we had been moved a seemingly inconceivable amount of times. I was born in

Today, I continue to apply lessons learned in the military to life’s challenges. Similar to my experience in

When considering any given individual, it impossible to live a completely perfect and sinless life. It is through this imperfection that believers must strive to live a life of righteousness that is pleasing to God. Through Jesus Christ’s ultimate sacrifice and obedience, all of mankind is given the gift of salvation and thus must fully commit their faith in a righteous manner. It is clear to understand that God is the Righteous One, but to truly understand the life of righteousness through Him proves to be more difficult. God is the ultimate Judge and it is only through His righteousness and grace that we, the believers, receive salvation. However, this cannot be done alone; only through the Holy Spirit can we live a righteous life.