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TODAY’S PASSAGE
From “Voice Of Jesus 2” by Michael Canfield:
Just before retiring in 2025, Justin completed a second master’s degree in education as he transitioned from military life to civilian service. He now enjoys family life while teaching military science to underprivileged high school students.
REFLECTION
Justin’s story reminds us that life’s transitions aren’t endings—they’re transformations. Here’s someone who could have simply retired and relaxed after years of military service, but instead, he chose to prepare himself for a new mission. He went back to school, earned another degree, and deliberately positioned himself to serve in a completely different way. That takes courage, humility, and a deep understanding that our purpose doesn’t retire when our job title changes. Justin recognized that the discipline, leadership, and values he developed in uniform could become seeds of hope planted in the lives of young people who need them most.
What strikes me most is how Justin balanced personal fulfillment with service to others. He’s now enjoying family life—something many sacrifice during years of military duty—while simultaneously pouring into underprivileged students who might never have access to the kind of mentorship and structure he offers. This is the beautiful paradox of living with purpose: when we give ourselves away in love, we often find the very wholeness we’ve been seeking. Justin didn’t have to choose between his own happiness and serving others; he discovered they walk hand in hand when guided by faith and compassion.
His choice to teach military science to underprivileged students speaks volumes about seeing potential where others see limitations. These aren’t the kids who typically get recruited for leadership programs or military academies. But Justin knows that discipline, honor, and strategic thinking aren’t reserved for the privileged—they’re tools that can lift anyone toward a better future. His transition from military to civilian life wasn’t about leaving service behind; it was about expanding his definition of who deserves to be served. That’s what love does: it constantly widens the circle.
THIS SPEAKS TO ME BECAUSE…
Maybe you’re in a transition right now—or avoiding one because change feels overwhelming. Justin’s journey asks us: What if your next chapter could honor everything you’ve learned while opening doors for others? What seeds of experience and wisdom are you carrying that could grow into someone else’s breakthrough?
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This passage is from “Voice Of Jesus 2” by Michael Canfield — a profound journey into love, faith, and the voice of the divine.
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