The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 3 days ago
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“Make an impact on other’s hearts and minds, seek to serve others!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
“We Honor and pay Respect to the fallen on this Memorial Day!”

Good “Monday & Memorial Day” Afternoon “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome to the new week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — May 26, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Serve Day!” Why Not?
“To be a great leader you serve, period. Leaders dedicate themselves to serve people, putting their needs first, and providing a vision. If you want to lead you have a desire to serve and see people grow and become better. To lead, is to serve!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“The only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve.” — Albert Schweitzer
“Rest and self-care are so important. When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve from the overflow. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” — Eleanor Brown

“Seize the opportunity to serve.” — Unknown Author
“Serve others. Run as fast as you can. Look for someone that has much bigger problems than you have. Focus on serving them. Your problems will shrink or disappear.” — Mike Marino Jr.

“Grant me courage to serve others; For in service there is true life.” — Cesar Chavez
“Sometimes we are called to serve others… even when they don’t deserve it. How will you answer the call?” — Unknown Author

“Everybody can be great… because anybody can serve.” — Martin Luther King Jr.
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Just think about the fact that the problems we see today are because so many "Leaders" have never served anyone or anything but themselves!
Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. All of my working life I have chosen to serve. I serve God, Family, Country and my community. I will continue to serve God until they fold my flag. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://bibledictionarytoday.com/words/serving/
📖 bibledictionarytoday.comWordsWhat Does "Serving" Mean in the Bible?
What Does "Serving" Mean in the Bible?
Serving is a concept deeply woven throughout the fabric of biblical teachings, representing an essential aspect of faith and spirituality. In the Bible, serving embodies not only the act of providing help or support but also highlights a broader call to love, humility, and obedience to God’s will. It emphasizes the importance of…