We can never
do enough to thank our military members for the work they do to protect us and
keep us free. This month we celebrate our nation’s birth and it’s only because
of people who were willing to fight, suffer, and die that victory was won and
we became a free and independent nation. Since the Revolutionary War, soldiers
and sailors have been continuing to defend our country and they have paid a heavy
price.
Coming home
for a veteran should be a joyous occasion, but for those who are wounded the
battles continue. Thankfully, there are numerous organizations that take these
heroes under their wing and help them become whole again.
One of these
is the Roever Foundation located in Ft. Worth, Texas. This is a faith-based
organization helping veterans, troubled teens, and needy children around the
world. Its founder, Dave Roever, was severely wounded in the war in Vietnam and
has been telling his story about healing and redemption since his recovery.
One of the
projects of the Roever Foundation is Operation Warrior RECONnect assisting
returning veterans in learning to function in life again. Education, spiritual
renewal, healing, and bonding are provided in various locations throughout the
country. A wounded hero is also a wounded family. Those surrounding the veteran
also have to learn to cope with injuries that may be permanent, as well as the
mental and emotional stresses of the changes this brings to life.
Dave Roever
can truly say he knows how these soldiers feel. He has been there and
experienced life from death. What better way to show these true American heroes
that there is life after war. They gave their all on the battlefield. Jesus
gave His all at the cross. That’s the reason there is hope for all who suffer.
I encourage
you to visit the Roever Foundation, www.roeverfoundation.org,
and see how you can help.
Do you know a
wounded hero? Feel free to pay tribute here.
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