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Shipping off to Basic soon

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Chezeus said:
Yep I've joined the National Guard and I'm heading off to Fort Leonard Wood, MI on the 20th. My MOS is 31B Military Police. Anyone else leaving soon for basic?

God be with you. I spent 4 years in the Marines and 4 in the Army National Guard. It was a blast!
 
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Thanks for enlisting -- it is great to know there are stil some good, patriotic youth who are serving their nation.

I have been in two years and some change, you should like it.

When I was in basic combat training I was very open with my Faith, and though I was constantly busy, there was always enough downtime to pray silently for myself. I found that it was a very spiritual experience in many ways.

Lose yourself in the act of training, and at the same time, you can really become closer to God.

You'll do well. :)
 
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I will so have to agree with the above. I am in the Air Force and have been in for a little over 4 years now. I have been in Iraqi over 2 years of my enlistment (a blessed experience). While being in the military, you change. For me, it has been all good!!! I came to know Jesus, myself, and the military more. As you hear it all the time, you are not just becoming a member of the military, but you are becoming a solider of Christ. You will love how the Lord works His wondering during your enlistment. I am blessed that He has given me the opportunity to share my love for Him with the people I work with.

Anyhoo, congrats and welcome to the military. Enjoy your time in and keep the Lord in your heart throughout the goods and bads. =)
 
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