“You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ” (2 Timothy 2:3, NKJV). On Veterans Day, this verse’s military image feels especially fitting, a call to endurance, discipline, and faithful service through real hardship.
Endure hardship doesn’t promise an easy path. A good soldier expects difficulty as part of the calling, not a sign that something has gone wrong.
Today, as we honor those who’ve served in real, costly ways, this verse is a reminder that faithful endurance through hardship, whether military or spiritual, deserves real respect and gratitude.
Take a moment today to genuinely thank a veteran in your life, and let this verse’s picture of faithful endurance shape how you see their service.