Military Devotionals and Other Spiritual Encouragement

Military devotionals and Bibles

An Air Force Chaplain's Wartime Devotions (Vol. 1)

Author: Lyle E. Von Seggern

This book is the first volume of a 3-volume series. The 52 devotions in this volume were written by an Air Force Chaplain, who served humbly for God and with members of the 433d Airlift “Alamo” Wing, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, who bravely served at home and in deployed locations throughout the world as they served our Nation during “Operation Iraqi Freedom” and “Operation Enduring Freedom.” These humble devotions were written for military members and their families to encourage them and help them with their spiritual strength. It was important to me to share a Scripture passage with the devotions to keep the troops in the Word.

While the role of a military chaplain is not well known to the general civilian population, I have published this series of volumes as a means to reveal the important role that a chaplain provides to military personnel and to their families, in peacetime or during times of war. I shall forever be proud of the time that I served as a chaplain in support of the young men and women who were serving in arms-way.

Since a chaplain is charged with bringing spiritual help and direction to ALL members of the military, these devotions were written to support and encourage individuals of different faith backgrounds who were proudly serving the United States of America. Although these devotions were written for the 433d Airlift “Alamo” Wing” personnel during times of conflict, these devotions are equally applicable to members of the military serving during peacetime or wartime.

A Soldiers Strength from the Psalms

Devotional Calendar and Journal

Author: Sharon Patterson, Copyright @ 2007

Knowing that no one comprehends the challenges that a soldier faces like another soldier, the inspiration for this book comes from the writings of an ancient soldier who righteously protected the innocent; stood firm on the ferocious frontlines of battle; patrolled dangerous checkpoints; walked the lonely late night and early morning watches; guarded city gates; climbed rugged terrain in all kinds of weather; and faced enemies in the deserts and on the mountains. That soldier, King David, endured many of the same experiences as today's soldier. He also needed and drew strength daily from Almighty God. He wrote of his struggles and victories, recorded his prayers and praises from his experiences. What encouragement, hope, and comfort come from the Psalms he left to us.

This devotional countdown calendar-journal is meant to be a source of daily encouragement, a place where soldiers and their families can record feelings and events that have impacted them during their deployment experience. It is a legacy of shared courage and sacrifice of and for the outstanding men and women who serve our great nation in military service. About the Author: Sharon Patterson, retired educator, career military wife, and leader in women's ministry, has written inspirational encouragement in various forms, from greeting cards to short stories, poetry, and Bible studies for over twenty-five years. Sharon and her husband, retired Colonel Garry Patterson, are the parents of three grown sons. Two sons presently serve in the U.S. Army. Sharon and Garry reside in Round Rock, Texas.