Remembrance

The world I live in, is not what I want it to be.

I’d love to live in a world filled with 𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆.

The kind of peace that allows for stability, growth, and unity among people of all nations.

We are after all, brothers and sisters, children of God.

In a peaceful world, we’d be able to resolve our differences through diplomacy and dialogue, by valuing our diverse cultures and develop deeper mutual understanding.

Peace creates a place where individuals and communities can thrive, free from the fear and trauma of any conflict.

Such a world of peace will encourage compassion, where nations prioritise humanity over dominance, power and greed.

War, on the other hand, creates massive divisions, devastates economies, and leaves long lasting scars on generations, trapping people in cycles of poverty and displacement as we witness now.

War’s effects are not only confined to battlefields; they impact families, disrupt education, and lead to significant challenges for all of us.

All this violence creates instability – societies struggle to work together and address the many global issues we see now, including climate change, poverty, and injustice.

Sadly, we continue to live on a planet filled with the ravages of war.

“Imperfect people share planet earth with other imperfect people.” – Russell M. Nelson.

Yet, I know that peace can come to all who earnestly seek the Prince of Peace, and turn to Him, even Jesus Christ.

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” – John 14:27

Here in the UK, Remembrance Sunday is a special time of reflection, respect, and gratitude, that brings a renewed commitment to peace and understanding.

Like many millions today, I will take some time to pause and reflect to honour the bravery and sacrifices of those who served and lost their lives in wars and conflicts.

I hope, by reflecting on the past, it will inspire us to work toward a future free of conflict, by trying to understand one another better.

The poppy I choose to wear is a powerful symbol, representing the millions of lives lost and reminds us of the hardships faced by soldiers and their families.

Lest we forget, I simply want to pay my respects to the fallen.

To those who gave of their lives – that we may have our freedom today.

In 1916, John Maxwell Edmunds said, “When you go Home, tell them of us and say, For your Tomorrow, we gave our Today”.

For those who gave everything, we will always remember them.