The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

- Sep 6
- 3 min read
“Your purpose and ‘why’ belongs only to you — it’s your guide and deep personal journey in life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — September 7, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Belongs Day!” Why Not?
“Leaders become great through their action, responsibility, commitment, and courage. Don’t wait for permission or an invitation to lead. Leadership belongs to those who are willing to take ownership and accountability. Leadership is a choice, and it’s earned by your actions!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“You either get bitter, or you get better. It’s that simple. You either take what has been dealt to you and allow it to make you a better person, or you allow it to tear you down. The choice does not belong to fate; it belongs to you.” — Unknown Author
“Don’t ask permission to fly. The wings are yours. And the sky belongs to no one. Live to inspire.” — Unknown Author

“The world belongs to passionate, driven people.” — Jack Welch
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanore Roosevelt

“The future belongs to the few of us still willing to get our hands dirty.” — Unknown Author
“Leave the past where it belongs… behind you.” — Unknown Author

“No one belongs here more than you do.”— Brene Brown
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Cup O' Joe" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Monday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET
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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










Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. Everything that exists belongs to God, and that includes you and me. Therefore I wish to belong to God for all eternity. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://biblehub.com/topical/b/belongs.htm
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The concept of "belongs" in the Bible often pertains to ownership, possession, or rightful association with God, individuals, or groups. This term underscores the relationship between God and His creation, His people, and the divine order established through His covenant.
Divine Ownership
The Bible frequently emphasizes that everything ultimately belongs to God. In…
A leaders priorities belong in preparing the organization for the future, not in seeking accolades for themselves.