A Veteran Becomes a Soldier

By Rick Wilson

I’m a veteran
I served twice
1972 to 1975
then I went back in 1980.

When 911 happened
I tried to go back again
but they said I was too old
man that hurt
I have always been a fighter
I didn’t like it!

As time went on I watched
thinking I could help somehow
I’m a warrior!

I thought my time was over.
God had other plans!

I received that call a few years ago
the Lord wanted me
he needed a warrior
not to fight for a country
but to fight for a world
not to fight against flesh and blood
but to fight against the powers of this dark world
and against spiritual forces of evil in heavenly realms.

Not with guns
but with a sword
the word of God
and prayer
and love.

I am a warrior for the Lord
now on one final mission.

I’m a veteran
that has become a solder.

About the Author: St. Luke-Ann Arbor

St. Luke-Ann Arbor is a place for families of any kind to come and meet Jesus, and grow in their relationship with each other and the community around them. We are here to become intentional in our faith walk and to receive His grace and forgiveness weekly. St. Luke is diverse in age, culture, and family make-up, but we all are looking to connect people to Jesus and walk along side them as they explore and learn more about the God that created, saved, and sustains them. We offer weekly Bible studies, Sunday morning bible studies, a MOPS group, and more to connect people to each other and to Jesus. At St. Luke we believe that the home is the primary place for faith formation and we want to equip, support, encourage, and resource you as you follow Jesus with the people He has put around you.

3 Comments

Marlys Hoover November 12, 2013 at 1:26 pm - Reply

Rick–that was so right on–I am grateful for our friendship. You have much to teach the church–we need to understand the WAR mentality and that we have been given all we need to win it and to win it BIG!!!! Thanks, Rick–
God’s amazing favor be yours!!!
Marieanne Rose November 12, 2013 at 8:44 pm - Reply

Thanks, Rick, for volunteering for active duty in the Kingdom of God! Your willingness to serve is inspiring.
Blessings, Marie
Sara Timm November 26, 2013 at 8:17 am - Reply

Awesome piece, Rick. It doesn’t matter our titles, we’re all being called to be soldiers on a mission!

A Veteran Becomes a Soldier