Joshua 4:6
...that this may be a sign among you when your children ask in time to come, saying, "What do these stones mean to you?"

Dear Heavenly Father,
Not to us, O Lord, not unto us, But to Your name we give glory, because of Your mercy, because of Your truth. From  the rising of the sun to its going down Your name Oh Lord shall be praised. You are above the nations. Your glory above the heavens, there is none like the Lord our God, who dwells on high, Only You Lord would humble Yourself to behold the things that are in the heavens and in the earth. You are our defender, champion, and protector. Today is a memorial stone, so Father I pray to   remember all those who chose to live like Jesus. Men and women who where willing to lay down their lives for others, so we all may live in this free land. How I am so blessed to have a wonderful Savior that has set me free from sin and death and to live in a nation that so many lovingly protect and defend that I may have liberty to live a life pleasing to You, without fear of persecution or judgement. Father thank You for each and every one who has served this country tirelessly to keep us from domination. Father bless the families that unselfishly gave up their sons and daughters for a greater good. I pray Lord it would bring comfort to them to know You collect every tear they shed and that Your word says "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of the saints" Psalm 116:15 You have not forgotten them. Father make beauty from ashes and turn their mourning into dancing.  May Your peace be upon the families who have just said their goodbye as their precious children are heading out to serve. Soothe their aching hearts. May they know that it is not in vain, but wih all purity and sincerity, the greatest gift one could give. One that I am continually grateful for. When our children ask what Memorial day means, let us give a full account of the long list of heroes that defended our land and independence. They are the beautiful hedge of protection that wraps their loving arms around us to keep us safe. Let us teach our children to never forget that You have taken us out of the land of bondage and and raise up an army to keep us in a place where freedom rings. Lord as we repent of our sins bless us to continually live in a land flowing with milk and honey. Lord Jesus You are our Commander and Cheif, may all our eyes be fixed on You. In the mighty name of Christ the King, I pray. Amen.