Category: Deploying Well

  • Come Away and Rest a While

    “And [Jesus] said to [his disciples], “Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while.” (Mark 6:31 [ESV]) As you return from a military deployment (or your spouse returns) it is important to realize that you have just endured a significant challenge. Picture yourself completing a marathon. You have crossed the finish…

  • Navigating Post-Deployment: Questions for Your Ongoing Spiritual Journey

    “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time…” (Ephesians 5:15-16 [ESV]) I trust you have taken the time to work through the first Post-Deployment discussion guide that aims at helping your process what God has taught you along your deployment journey. In that article, you…

  • Deploying Well

    “Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” (1 Peter 1:13 [ESV]) “Preparing your minds for action…” Whether you are the one deploying, or the spouse who is remaining behind, thoughts and emotions that surround an impending…