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Posted on 06/14/2020 5:02:00 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
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~ Hall of Heroes: Gary George Wetzel ~
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Bible in a Year:
They replied, “Let us start rebuilding.” So they began this good work.
It was nighttime when the leader set out by horseback to inspect the work that lay ahead. As he toured the destruction all around him, he saw city walls that had been destroyed and gates that had been burned. In some areas, the vast debris made it tough for his horse to get through. Saddened, the rider turned toward home.
When it came time to report the damage to the officials of the city, he began by saying, “You see the trouble we are in” (Nehemiah 2:17). He reported that the city was in ruins, and the protecting city wall had been rendered useless.
But then he made a statement that energized the troubled citizens: “I also told them about the gracious hand of my God on me.” Immediately, the people replied, “Let us start rebuilding” (v. 18).
And they did.
With faith in God and all-out effort, despite enemy opposition and a seemingly impossible task, the people of Jerusalem—under Nehemiah’s leadership—rebuilt the wall in just fifty-two days (6:15).
As you consider your circumstances, is there something that looks difficult but that you know God wants you to do? A sin you can’t seem to get rid of? A relationship rift that’s not God-honoring? A task for Him that looks too hard?
Ask God for guidance (2:4–5), analyze the problem (vv. 11–15), and recognize His involvement (v. 18). Then start rebuilding.
What are a couple of “destroyed wall” situations that are troubling you? How will prayerfully asking for God’s help and guidance help you start the rebuilding process?
God, I need Your help. I can’t fix these problems alone. Help me to understand the situation, and then to seek Your help and guidance in resolving the challenges before me.
Thanks for another inspiring story.
Stay safe and watch your six!
Good evening, radu...did you get a decent dry day?
We have mostly had sun, and I even sat out for 45 minutes.
Howdy, Kathy.
It’s a beautiful day up there. I hope it’s warm enough you’ve been able to enjoy some time outside relaxing.
LOL! You mist have posted about the time I got ready to post to you. A little distracted by ‘Beetlejuice’ and am slow.
We’ve been dry for the most part but had a brief shower as a cold front came through this afternoon. Nice and comfy outside now.
Glad it was warm enough to enjoy some time out on the deck. It really is a gorgeous day up there.
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Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
Are you ready to take on the new week?
Hi Everybody!
(((HUGS)))
The only time my foot DOESN’T hurt is when I’m riding. So I left the house about 11:00AM and got back at 4:30PM. Ride Ride Ride...through Hanover, Hanson, Halifax, Middleboro, Lakeville, Acushnet, Rochester, Marion, Mattapoisset, Fairhaven, New Bedford, Bridgewater, E. Bridgewater, Whitman, Abington, and back home again. Put over 100 miles on the Bike which rides almost dream-like in it’s smoothness since her spa-week.
I even rode through the “bad part” of New Bedford. No problems...just smiles and waves at the old white lady riding an Antique Harley and sporting a WW2 Flight Jacket.
Oh...and not ONE “Highway Mile”. All back roads.
What an excuse for riding. :) Not many people would think of that.
Good evening, lightman...staying as safe as I can.
Hope your return to normal is still progressing.
Marine Homecoming - surprises two younger brothers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkZmvoNBFAM
Father returns home to visit 3 sons in emotional surprise
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9t6miHsnYe4
Well, my foot gets a subtle vibration from the footpeg, up in the arch, and it’s like a massage.
This is my bike, only mine is Blue.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-Zc0M-M1i0
Glad you had a brief shower to cool things down.
I think I’ll have to water the lawns tomorrow....they aren’t used to the heat. LOL!
Blurry monitor here, but vides like this have a tendency to do that. :-)
We’ll have to enjoy this cool spell while we can. Heat and humidity come back around the middle of the week. UGH!
Heat and lack of rain must be doing a number on everyone’s lawns up there.
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was a Private First Class serving as a door gunner in the 173rd Assault Helicopter Company. On that day, near Ap Dong An, Republic of Vietnam, his helicopter was shot down and the survivors, including Wetzel, came under heavy enemy fire. Severely wounded by an explosion which nearly severed his left arm, he continued to man his machine-gun and help other injured soldiers. Wetzel survived his wounds, although his left arm had to be amputated. He was subsequently promoted to Specialist Four and awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions.
which was part of an insertion force trapped in a landing zone by intense and deadly hostile fire. Sp4c. Wetzel was going to the aid of his aircraft commander when he was blown into a rice paddy and critically wounded by 2 enemy rockets that exploded just inches from his location. Although bleeding profusely due to the loss of his left arm and severe wounds in his right arm, chest, and left leg, Sp4c. Wetzel staggered back to his original position in his gun-well and took the enemy forces under fire. His machinegun was the only weapon placing effective fire on the enemy at that time. Through a resolve that overcame the shock and intolerable pain of his injuries, Sp4c. Wetzel remained at his position until he had eliminated the automatic weapons emplacement that had been inflicting heavy casualties on the American troops and preventing them from moving against this strong enemy force. Refusing to attend his own extensive wounds, he attempted to return to the aid of his aircraft commander but passed out from loss of blood. Regaining consciousness, he persisted in his efforts to drag himself to the aid of his fellow crewman. After an agonizing effort, he came to the side of the crew chief who was attempting to drag the wounded aircraft commander to the safety of a nearby dike. Unswerving in his devotion to his fellow man, Sp4c. Wetzel assisted his crew chief even though he lost consciousness once again during this action. Sp4c. Wetzel displayed extraordinary heroism in his efforts to aid his fellow crewmen. His gallant actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Army and reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of his country.