The
military isn't just a profession. It's a way of life--sometimes an
all-consuming way of life. So how does a Christian, whose is called to
live whole-heartedly for God, mesh life in Christ with life in the
military? Is it possible to live a consistent, obedient, godly life
while complying with the military's many requirements?
The answer is yes, and In His Service
serves as a guide. Rick Bereit draws from his 30 years of military
experience to provide a detailed overview of life in the military, life
as a Christian, and, most important, how the two fit together. Designed
as a lifelong handbook--from the first day of basic training through an
entire enlistment or career--In His Service is a comprehensive resource to equip you for service to your country and to God.
In His Service addresses the questions on every military Christian's mind:
Does military service conflict with biblical values?
How do you reconcile "Thou shalt not kill" with wartime casualties?
How will the nomadic military life affect your family?
How will you grow in your relationship with God when the military consumes so much of your time?
About the author:The
son of a WWII flight instructor, Rick Bereit began his own military
career in 1966 when he entered the United States Air Force Academy.
There, he became involved with The Navigators and was discipled by
Jerry White, now the president of The Navigators. After his graduation
and commissioning in 1970, Rick moved to Chanute AFB in Illinois to
train in aircraft maintenance, which would become his profession for
the next 30 years. During that time, Rick was assigned to bases in
Arizona, Alabama, Texas, Hawaii, Guam, Turkey, England, and Germany. In
1990, he was named best senior maintenance officer in the Air Force.
Throughout his time in the military, Rick and his wife, Barbara,
discipled other believers one-on-one, in groups, and through Sunday
school classes. Retired from the military in 2000, Rick now serves on
staff with The Navigators' Military Ministry.
Rick and Barbara, married since 1973, have four children and now live in Flagstaff, Arizona.