Dear friends and family,
November 11th 1918, after four years of continuous warfare, the guns of the Western front fell silent. During this time, 330,000 Australians served overseas, and more than 60,000 died. This was a huge price to pay for the victory, and for the freedom we now enjoy. This day continues to be dedicated to Australia and the other allied countries, commemorating those who have fallen in war. For just a minute at 11.00 am we stop and bow our heads in remembrance of those brave men and women. We should be ever grateful. Lest we forget.
I am forever grateful for our military services-the brave men and women who gave their lives for our country. They gained our freedom, and today we live in a safe and free nation. But I am also forever grateful for what Jesus accomplished for us on the cross. As we see the chaos and fear and negativity around us, I pray that today we will remember who we are and what we have in Christ. We have every spiritual blessing in Jesus Christ. We are positioned in Christ, we are people of the resurrection, living in the power of the Holy Spirit. Let us live like we believe this. Let us remember the goodness and kindness of God and let us remember that we are sons and daughters of the Living God, seated in heavenly places with Christ Jesus. We are kings and priests in His Kingdom. Let us remember who and whose we are this day. Let us remember that whatever happens in the realm of politics or crisis, or famine or fire, Jesus is the Lord. He is on the throne. We are part of His kingdom. So, on Remembrance day as we pay respects to those who have gone before – and yes, we respect and honour them – let us also remember that today we can celebrate our Christian heritage – celebrate our Spiritual kingdom and all Christ has gained for us. Kings and kingdoms will all pass away, but Jesus is our King forever, and all he has gained for us is ours eternally. This is our hope. This is our song. This is our battle cry – Jesus is Lord! Let us never forget.
Glenda Noordam