We give thanks to those who are serving our country. We Pray
and ask the Lord for the protection of our military personnel, law enforcement,
firefighters and EMS personnel and their families.
We especially pray at this time our military, the CIA and
members of the intelligence community who risk their lives for our safety and
quality of life.
We pray for the quick recovery of Andrew Groman, a
three-year veteran of the Baltimore City Police Dept. that was shot last night in
the line of duty.
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#EMS_Chaplain
A POLICE OFFICERS CHRISTMAS
'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the
streets,
not a person was stirring, 'cept an officer on the beat.
As he quietly patrolled the town with great care,
children and parents slept peacefully there.
The officer was clad in his blues and his vest,
gun on his hip, always looking his best.
He'd just pulled aside for a quick bite to eat,
When all of a sudden, out on the street,
A bright light appeared from out of nowhere,
He shielded his eyes from the brilliant glare.
'Twas an angel of the Lord at the squad's rear,
He smiled and spoke, "Dear Officer, don't fear."
"I've been sent by God with a message for you
who faithfully serve while wearing the blue.
He wants you to know He loves you all,
He's pleased with the way you've answered His call.
"To protect and serve others, so selfless you've been,
Your bravery and kindness have known no end.
Even in tragedy, when nights became long,
You've helped countless strangers by being strong.
"God sees your heart, the joy and the pain,
He knows the profession can often bring strain.
So he sent me here to let you know,
That as you patrol, He goes where you go.
"As you protect others, your Father protects you,
His angels go with you, His Spirit does, too.
No bullet too fast, no bad guy too strong,
I'm sent to make sure that your life will be long.
"So fear not the night, and fear not the day,
fear not the threats that might come your way.
I'm sent to accompany you on your beat,
There's not one moment you're alone on the street."
The officer sat stunned by the love of His God,
He bowed his head, with a tear gave a nod.
As the officer said thank you, the angel took flight,
"God's got your back, carry on, and goodnight."
Retrieved December 15, 2014
Author unknown – if you are the author of this poem, let me
know because it is a great Christmas poem and I would love to give you credit.
Just saying…
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10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the
power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to
stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh
and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of
the darkness of this age,[a] against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the
heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God that you may be
able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth,
having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and having shod your feet
with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 above all, taking the shield of
faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked
one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is
the word of God; 18 praying always with all prayer and supplication in the
Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for
all the saints— Ephesians 6: 10-18
Ephesians 6:10-18 New King James Version (NKJV.) The Whole
Armor of God
