IN GOD'S GREATEST KINGDOM

I woke from the most beautiful dream
With tears falling from my eyes.
I'd seen the place in the Heavens above
Where all Veterans of Wars reside.

It's a mansion of love and healing
Where all brave Soldiers unite.
Can you imagine the burdens lifted
That had been carried all through their life?

It mattered not in which war they had fought
World War One, Civil War or Vietnam;
Those heroes of war made great sacrifices
To protect their loved ones at home.

I saw the Soldier who held his dead Brother
After the ultimate sacrifice was made.
I felt the healing and peace they both found
Standing together on that glorious day.

Can you imagine how humbling it must be
For the great General George Washington
To greet a warrior wearing a Purple Heart
Who had fought the War On Terrorism.

It didn't matter if it was a five star General
Or a Private who had given their all;
The honor they felt was overwhelming
Each saluting, as together they stood tall.

Shining with glory throughout the Heavens
Were the bright burning lights of freedom;
And I now know there's a place of healing
In a mansion in God's Greatest Kingdom.

Amen

©October 10, 2001 by Eileen Breedlove

Author’s Note: It was an honor to be asked by Cub master Susan Gallion and her son Milus to write "In God's Greatest Kingdom" to be used by Cub Scout Pack 377 in their Veterans Day program. God bless our Scouts, Leaders and Veterans. Thank you and job well done!