CSN - Sunday LightWing Messages - To Re-ignite Flames of Freedom
6/8/2025
The Greater Glory of the New Covenant
Are we beginning to commend ourselves again? Or do we need, like some people, letters of recommendation to you or from you? You yourselves are our letter, written on our hearts, known and read by everyone. You show that you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts.
Such confidence we have through Christ before God. Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God. He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant—not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.
Now if the ministry that brought death, which was engraved in letters on stone, came with glory, so that the Israelites could not look steadily at the face of Moses because of its glory, transitory though it was, will not the ministry of the Spirit be even more glorious? If the ministry that brought condemnation was glorious, how much more glorious is the ministry that brings righteousness! For what was glorious has no glory now in comparison with the surpassing glory. And if what was transitory came with glory, how much greater is the glory of that which lasts!
Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold. We are not like Moses, who would put a veil over his face to prevent the Israelites from seeing the end of what was passing away. But their minds were made dull, for to this day the same veil remains when the old covenant is read. It has not been removed, because only in Christ is it taken away. Even to this day when Moses is read, a veil covers their hearts.
But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.
2 Corinthians 3:1-18 (NIV)
FOUNDER’S MESSAGE:
Full apologies for missing a beat last week when no LightWing Messages came out. It was not
a situation that could be resolved. I am in the process of a major move, not only physically, but also an internal move. More about this will come later.
However, recently, in the month of May, we have focused upon appreciation for the men and women of the Armed Forces, and especially for those who even gave their lives for Freedom itself, as we remembered over the Memorial Day weekend. Yesterday, there was another day of remembrance that Americans had the opportunity to consider. The remembrance of D-Day on June 6, 1944, was a day of initiating the final onslaught against the Nazi war machine in Europe. That day that the Supreme Allied Command invaded occupied France to initiate the final thrust to free Europe from the grip of Nationalist Socialism or NAZI-ism, which was simply the reality of tyranny terrorizing the world. This effort represented a worldwide effort to eradicate tyranny in such a time based upon the unity of several freedom-loving nations.
This example of unity and willingness to sacrifice for the greater good is woven into the spirit of the United States. It may not be so evident on a wide scale in this nation at this time due to the contemporary complacent and corrupt culture of the United States, but there are pockets of freedom loving patriots throughout this country. More essentially, it is clear evidence that such Freedom is embedded in our traditions, but also embedded in our spiritual DNA.
Today, the LightWing edition offers a message that helps readers focus on the remembrance of what truly makes America great: our deeper love for Liberty itself. In previous editions, I have repeatedly stated that “It is time for true American citizens, those who are willing to defend the Republic, to awaken, to arise, and to unite. This edition focuses on D-Day, in part because the American citizen has apparently forgotten the sacrifice of human life is what Jesus asked of us in the course of living for God’s Providence – the hard reality of spilling blood for Freedom. We live in a time to “Join or Die,” as Ben Franklin warned Americans long ago.” My article offers a reflection upon the realities of what D-Day involved. Freedom is precious – perhaps more precious than the average person can appreciate in our culture today. It is something that
we as citizens of the Land of the Free must always remember.
May God’s Will prevail in such a time as this.
These words are being freely offered to you – intended to shine light unto our paths, as written: “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” Proverbs 29:18 - (KJV)
May God bless all of our readers! May God Bless America!
May we humble ourselves in the understanding that God has not forsaken us, nor has He given up upon Americans. Indeed we are less than reverent, often ignorant of His Will or His ways. May we rid ourselves of false pride and strive for self-mastery through genuine repentance. May we seek His face to continually help us in the rectitude of our ways. May we seek God’s vision, live daily in His righteousness and help to build His Kingdom.
Reflecting on D-Day and the Sacrifice Required to Defend Freedom
By Dennis Jamison June 6, 2023
Many around the world may no longer remember the value of D-Day as Americans may realize the essence of D-Day. Many Americans remember the sacrifice of so many in the defense of the foundations of Freedom in the world. Many will not easily forget those who lost their lives on the beaches of Normandy on that day. Those of the “greatest generation” who served their country in the time of war, especially on D-Day, June 6, 1944, deserve to be remembered for sacrificing their lives that freedom could survive.
Many young Americans volunteered after the attack upon Pearl Harbor and then went off to Europe to fight against Hitler and the Nazis. Sadly, far too many of those teens and men who volunteered to fight in the military never made it back home. And a great many lost their lives on June 6, 1944.
Today is very different than it was nearly 80 years ago. Although people suffer terrorist attacks and innocent people lose their lives in various cities across the nation, the carnage of all-out war, with nations embroiled in battle determined to inflict destruction and death, is much worse. The glaring example of this in our time is the war between Russia and the Ukraine.
Essentially, war is hell on earth—all out evil unleashed upon humanity—the opposite of the purpose of human existence. Yet, in a world where Freedom itself is threatened, there is true purpose in defending the precious freedoms humanity as a whole have attained. Today is a bit more peaceful than having almost the whole world embroiled in war.
In 1944, almost the entire world was affected by the war, and in Europe D-Day was a very crucial turning point in WWII. D-Day represented the initial effort to open a third European front to force the German troops back to their homeland. The assault on the beaches at Normandy was an incredibly complex effort with a three-pronged thrust to force the Nazi military back into the borders of Germany. After the Soviet Army had fought for so long on the Eastern Front and the British and Americans had successfully battled through Italy, the “invasion” of France gave the Allies the third direct assault against the Nazi war machine. It was the beginning of the end for the Third Reich.
This most critical assault, more formally known as “Operation Overlord,” was the initial day of the Allied invasion against the German divisions. D-Day, or the initial beach assault phase code-named “Operation Neptune,” began in the wee morning hours of June 6th in 1944 with the largest amphibious military invasion in world history. This all-out invasion against the entrenched Nazi military fortifications spread across 50 miles of French coastline at Normandy.
The attack was not only comprised of the amphibious assault of five Normandy beaches, it also included a massive naval bombardment, as well as an airborne assault involving 10,000 Allied aircraft striking at the German defenses, and the dropping thousands of paratroopers behind
enemy lines shortly after midnight preceding the dawn coastal landings.
D-Day was definitely dangerous and deadly; it was an act of desperation, but it was also an act of daring. “Neptune” actually lasted through the end of June. According to the D-day museum:
… Operation Neptune began on D-Day (June 6th 1944) and ended on 30 June 1944. By this time, the Allies had established a firm foothold in Normandy. Operation Overlord also began on D-Day, and continued until Allied forces crossed the River Seine on 19 August 1944.
This complicated, yet meticulously planned, initial thrust of Operation Overlord proved successful, and by the end of June, 1944, Allied troops had established complete control of Normandy beaches. Then, the soldiers managed to fight their way across the River Seine by August 19, 1944, at which time Operation Overlord essentially ended by accomplishing the objective of driving deep into Nazi-controlled France before the end of the summer.
Operation Overlord was an effort not only intended to liberate portions of occupied France, but also it represented the initial attack of a more massive and prolonged onslaught against German forces that served to open up a western front in Europe designed to penetrate to the heart of Germany and break the Nazi war machine. D-Day eventually proved to be a pivotal moment in the fighting in Europe during World War II. Operation Neptune managed to crack the powerful Nazi grip on occupied France.
This Allied thrust was essentially the beginning of the end of the German military machine that would collapse in less than a year. This complex and deadly invasion of Normandy was a final component of a military strategy that fundamentally pressed in like a vise upon the Germans; with the Soviet Red Army closing in from the Eastern Front, and the British and American forces pushing up into the underbelly of Germany through Italy. The attack on Normandy exposed the overextended German military to further Allied assault from a Western Front.
Needless to mention, it is important to remember that those American men and boys gave their lives that representative government could survive, and that other people would be able to continue to live in freedom.
General Dwight D. Eisenhower was the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces that unleashed this massive, cross-channel, frontal invasion of the German positions in Northern France. He had been a proponent of such a direct assault as early as 1942, but faced opposition from the British who feared a re-run of the devastating trench warfare of World War I. Eisenhower’s ideas were finally accepted by the Allied command on January 15, 1944. When he gave the orders to commence the attack, he revealed genuine hope for a victorious outcome:
You will bring about the destruction of the German war machine, the elimination of Nazi tyranny over the oppressed peoples of Europe, and security for ourselves in a free world. Your task will not be an easy one. Your enemy is well-trained, well-equipped, and battle-hardened. He will fight savagely … The free men of the world are marching together to victory. I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty, and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full victory. Good luck, and let us all beseech the blessings of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking.
The combined Allied effort on D-Day proved to be a decisive turning point in the war in Europe. By 1943, Hitler had taken over every nation in Europe except Great Britain, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. Without the cooperation of all the Allies on D-Day, the outcome of the war in Europe may have been much different. One can imagine what the horrendous reality of that world could have been. Perhaps the world would have become much worse. It is good to reflect upon the value of D-Day and those who were willing to sacrifice their lives for freedom.
The better image to call upon could be one shared by President Franklin D. Roosevelt when he called upon Americans to join with him in prayer for ultimate success on June 6, 1944. In that prayer, Roosevelt defended the likes of the “greatest generation” before God:
Almighty God: Our sons, pride of our nation, this day have set upon a mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our Republic, our religion … our civilization, and to set free a suffering humanity …
Lead them straight and true; give strength to their arms, stoutness to their hearts, steadfastness in their faith …
For these men are lately drawn from the ways of peace. They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to end conquest. They fight to liberate. They fight to let justice arise, and tolerance and goodwill among all Thy people. They yearn for the end of battle, for their return to the haven of home …
Although D-Day belongs to the cobwebs of history and although the brave old soldiers are fading into the shadows, it is wise to remember this Day and the deeds of that generation. The brave men and boys who hit the beaches of Normandy made great sacrifices, not only on June 6th, but also throughout the war, and even after the war. Especially, their awesome sacrifice during the most devastating war in human history made a significant difference in the history of the world—a difference in preserving freedom.
May all Americans take a lesson from their sacrifice to defend freedom at the cost of their lives!
Remember to continue to
Celebrate Natural Family Month!
A positive approach to repairing our nation. James Harrison, National Director of Natural Family Strong www.naturalfamilystrong.com is honoring a new holiday to celebrate
the Family! In concert with other local community leaders, Natural Family Strong is proposing all Americans consider the time period between Mother's Day in May thru Father's Day in June as an annual celebration of the Natural Family. It is now! They need help to make it happen.
There is already some traction with that effort because New Hampshire has passed the first official State Natural Family Proclamation. State Representative Claudine Burnham, was able to get this passed in the Granite State. Other states need to follow New Hampshire and officially pass a state Natural Family Proclamation. Contact local leaders to help to make it happen.
Suggested links:
Natural Family Month there are four informative links on the site including a section that shows you how to have a natural-family-festival or just sign the Natural Family Foundation Resolution
The dates of the celebration this year starting on mother's day May 11th. You can order yard signs, print out to hand to family friends and neighbors in such a time as this.
For more information, please call 614-890-4008 for more details; don't hesitate to leave a message. Or reply to: christianminman@gmail.com Let us know if you’re interested in participating.
Let’s Keep Celebrating Natural Family Month!
Additional Faith & Spirit-filled links…
From The American Minute with Bill Federer (video): American Minute for June 6 - D-Day
From WTVC NewsChannel 9: Standing Ovation: Rising Fawn Sarg - Sgt. Christiana Ball Sings Some Gave All – 11/17/2014
From US National Archives: President Franklin D. Roosevelt's D-Day Prayer, Broadcast on June 6, 1944
From Yolanda Adams: My Country Tis of Thee by Yolanda Adams – 2/10/2010
From BBC News: D-Day: What happened during the landings of 1944?
From Bethel Music: No Longer Slaves (Official Lyric Video) - Jonathan David and Melissa Helser | We Will Not Be Shaken - 1/26/2015
From Dick Stannard's Blog - My World As I See It (w/ video): The Inspirational Saluting Boy on Omaha Beach - Dick Stannard's Blog - 7/21/2014
From American Greatness by Victor Davis Hanson: Remembering the Horrors of D-Day
From Trump's Pre-Inauguration: The Battle Hymn Of The Republic - Trump's Pre-Inauguration Jan 19th 2017
From GMA Dove Awards: Zach Williams, Oak Ridge Boys, Travis Greene: "Chain Breaker" (48th Dove Awards) - 10/5/2018
From World Outreach Church with Allen Jackson: One Nation, Under God [Heroes Emerging] | Pastor Allen Jackson – 7/10/24
From Passion Music: Way Maker (Live from Passion 2020) ft. Kristian Stanfill, Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes - 2/17/20
It is important to receive God’s blessings and fruit that continue to come as a result of the 2024 election. Yet, it is more important to maintain a vigilant awareness and prayer focus to protect the efforts being made during this time of the new Administration – an eradication of the damage that was done to America as we are proceeding to move from the past into the future.
