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Writer's pictureCol (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!


People are at their very best when they serve others for the right reasons.
Today's Message is: "Serve Day!" Why Not?

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!


Good “Monday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome to the start of a new week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — 9 October 2023!

Today’s Message is: “Serve Day!” Why Not?

“Great leaders put others' interests above their own. They value, respect, and trust those they lead? They earn the same in return. If you’re a true leader you’re in a unique position to serve the people, instead of the people serving you.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:

“We are at our best when we serve others.” — Ira Byock


More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

“Happy to be here, proud to serve.” Keith Allan Moore


“To serve is beautiful, but only if it is done with joy and a whole heart and a free mind.” —Pearl S. Buck

“Life is very short; be willing to serve.” — Peter Garrett

“Everyone can be great, because everyone can serve.” — Martin Luther King Jr.

“The opportunity to serve our country — that is all we ask.” — John Smith

“Serve Others. Run as fast as you can. Look for someone that has much bigger problems than you have. Focus on serving them. Your problem will shrink or disappear.” — Mike Marino Jr.

“The essence of life is to serve others and do good.” — Aristotle


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7 Kommentare


gasman0617
gasman0617
09. Okt. 2023

Good Monday evening Colonel.





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Thank you for dropping in last evening Robert. Always love the quotes you select my friend.

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
09. Okt. 2023






Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. I have been blessed to have been able to serve my God, my Country and my Community. For me, it has been a fulfilling life, but it does not have to stop at retirement. There is need for service in so many arenas, that we are always needed for service. Have a blessed day today and always.


Taken from:https://scottsdalebible.com/devotion/serving-sacrificially/


Serving Sacrificially


Serving, from a biblical expression, is a voluntary act that demonstrates a sense of obligation to others, provided as an expression of worship to God. To serve sacrificially means to PITCH IN:

  • Provide – Give to others from your resources of time, treasures, skills, gifts,…


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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
09. Okt. 2023
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Many humbled thanks Mikel. It was nice to chat with you this morning. I am working on the issues and trying to get my PT visits back up to where I was gaining ground. A review is in progress. I want to get back outside and mobile once again, on my own two feet. LOL Have a blessed rest of your day.

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
09. Okt. 2023

We who have been in the military have a view of serving that seems to be extremely lacking in much of society these days.



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It's lacking at all levels (from parenting and children) to our government officials who serve themselves! They need to have classes on this in our education system and 2-year course for Senators and Representatives before they get dime... just my two cents! Thank you always Jack for dropping in and sharing your views.

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