From External Combat to Internal Combat, God's presence through the transition

This book is aimed at military veterans and those looking for Christian encouragement, written by a former combat veteran, who understands the issues of returning to civilian life. I designed this book as a Christian blueprint for inspirational guidance, to aide combat veterans while directing them on their spiritual journey, and to address any concerns they may have while seeking God’s presence through the transition. I was deployed for fourteen months, in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom as an Operation, Non Commissioned Officer. It was drilled into our heads, never leave a fallen comrade. Well I took that concept to my civilian life. Military life can present challenges to service members and their families that are both distinctive and difficult. For some, these challenges can be successfully dealt with, but in some cases matters can get worse then that one problem can trigger more serious issues. Writing this book is just one way to show how I’m managing my return home, while helping others that are having a difficult time transitioning back to civilian life. This is done while sharing how Jesus Christ is directing me, and illustrating how his word is a coping mechanism for comfort and peace. This book is intended as a spiritual coping mechanism for helping with stressors. My prayer is that whoever reads this book, can find the Lord as their life line.