Land of the Free Because of the Brave

As we head out the door today to celebrate America's birthday, don't forget the men and women that make this country safe. While we go to our barbecues and parades, there are people laying down their lives for our freedom, our way of life. When that flag comes by, you better remove your hat and think about the sacrifices that have been made for our country.

Recently, Tim McGraw has written a song about the ultimate sacrifice a soldier makes. I want to share the lyrics with you this morning.

If you’re reading this

My momma is sitting there

Looks like I only got a one way ticket over here

I sure wish I could give you one more kiss

War was just a game we played when we were kids

Well I’m laying down my gun

I’m hanging up my boots

I’m up here with God And we’re both watching over you

So lay me down In that open field out on the edge of town

And know my soul Is where my momma always prayed that it would go.

If you’re reading this I’m already home.

If you’re reading this Half way around the world

I won’t be there to see the birth of our little girl

I hope she looks like you

I hope she fights like me

Stand up for the innocent and the weak

I’m laying down my gun

Hanging up my boots

Tell dad I don’t regret that I followed in his shoes

So lay me down In that open field out on the edge of town

And know my soul is where my momma always prayed that it would go

If you’re reading this, I’m already home

If you’re reading this, there is going to come a day

You move on and find someone else and that’s okay

Just remember this I’m in a better place

Soldiers live in peace and angels sing amazing grace

So lay me down In that open field out on the edge of town

And know my soul is where my momma always prayed that it would go

If you’re reading this If you’re reading this I’m already home

"If You're Reading This" by Tim McGraw