Cory's Family got out to speak to the front of the 5 mile line honoring their son.
Today was the day that my son and his friends turned out to say good-bye to their good friend, Cory Kosters. 5 miles of people turned out to wave a flag for Cory to acknowledge this hometown boy gave his life for his country, the ultimate sacrifice. The sermon was the best description of Cory's life, he lived for his hero, Jesus. Cory was supposed to be home for March 5th, but Cory was killed in Iraq on March 5th at age 19, because he'd given his leave to an army buddy to go home & see his newborn.
Cory never lived to receive glory for himself, but his life was filled with his kindness giving glory to his Savior. As Cory left for Iraq, his parents gave him a bible. Cory met a "random guy sitting next to me on the plane. He saw me reading my Bible and I asked him if he knew much about the Bible. He didn't, so I showed him a few passages and he was really pleased when I gave him my Bible."
My sons will miss Cory getting all the kids in the neighborhood to play "Commandos". Really it was hide and seek with flashlights. But the crowd included the two "bad" boys, twins who'd set fire to their own wooden fence. Cory re-directed that energy and told them why he was doing it, the twins would join in "Commandos." The young boy across the street with the troubled family, he'd join in. Cory staged an intervention at our house to talk about the difference between hunting and hurting small animals. It made a difference in that young boy's life. Cory was quite a man.
Today I watched six of my sons' close friends see their friend come home. I have such sorrow it was his coffin they clung to instead of their friend. I've never actually known anyone who died for their country, Cory was a hero. I will always remember Cory when I think of the men and women who gave their lives for this country. I now have a permanent marker in my heart for these heroes. Heaven will have a great reunion for those who love him.
To see a video on Cory Koster life, see: http://www.click2houston.com/news/11212674/detail.html http://www.khou.com/sharedcontent/VideoPlayer/videoPlayer.php?vidId=126947&catId=35
and highlights from today, see: http://woodlandsonline.com/npps/story.cfm?nppage=18682 Be sure to see page 2, its a wonderful, amazing tribute.
Psalm 89
1 I will sing of the LORD's great love forever;
with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.
2 I will declare that your love stands firm forever,
that you established your faithfulness in heaven itself.
3 You said, "I have made a covenant with my chosen one,
I have sworn to David my servant,
4 'I will establish your line forever
and make your throne firm through all generations.' "
Selah
5 The heavens praise your wonders, O LORD,
your faithfulness too, in the assembly of the holy ones.
6 For who in the skies above can compare with the LORD ?
Who is like the LORD among the heavenly beings?
7 In the council of the holy ones God is greatly feared;
he is more awesome than all who surround him.
8 O LORD God Almighty, who is like you?
You are mighty, O LORD, and your faithfulness surrounds you.
9 You rule over the surging sea;
when its waves mount up, you still them.
10 You crushed Rahab like one of the slain;
with your strong arm you scattered your enemies.
11 The heavens are yours, and yours also the earth;
you founded the world and all that is in it.
12 You created the north and the south;
Tabor and Hermon sing for joy at your name.
13 Your arm is endued with power;
your hand is strong, your right hand exalted.
14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne;
love and faithfulness go before you.
15 Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you,
who walk in the light of your presence, O LORD.
16 They rejoice in your name all day long;
they exult in your righteousness.
17 For you are their glory and strength,
and by your favor you exalt our horn.
18 Indeed, our shield belongs to the LORD,
our king to the Holy One of Israel.
John 15:13
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
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