Victory In Service: A Veterans Day Sermon

Talking Points:

1. The Giants We Face:

- Acknowledge the challenges veterans often encounter, both on and off the battlefield.

- Connect the metaphorical "Goliaths" in our lives to struggles with PTSD, physical injuries, and societal reintegration.

2. The Armor of God:

- Reference Ephesians 6:10-18, discussing the importance of spiritual armor.

- Draw parallels between the physical armor worn by soldiers and the spiritual armor needed for life's battles.

3. Courage Born of Faith:

- Explore the role faith played in David's courage and draw parallels to the faith exhibited by veterans.

- Share stories of veterans who found strength through faith during challenging times.

4. The Power of a Shepherd's Heart:

- Discuss David's background as a shepherd and how those experiences shaped him.

- Emphasize the importance of compassion, camaraderie, and service in the lives of veterans.

5. Unity and Brotherhood:

- Reflect on the camaraderie among soldiers and veterans.

- Use Romans 12:4-5 to underscore the importance of working together as one body in Christ.

6. Sacrifice and Service:

- Highlight the selfless sacrifice of veterans and connect it to Christ's call to serve.

- Reference John 15:13 - "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends."

7. Victory Through God's Strength:

- Emphasize that just as David credited God for his victory, many veterans can attribute their strength and resilience to a higher power.

- Share stories of overcoming adversity through faith.

Conclusion:

- Recap key points about facing giants, wearing the armor of God, courage born of faith, a shepherd's heart, unity, sacrifice, and ultimately finding victory through God's strength.

- Express gratitude for veterans and their service, acknowledging the ongoing battles they may face.