Jesus Was an Airborne Ranger

Jesus Was an Airborne Ranger
Author: John McDougall
Publisher: Multnomah
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2015-04-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1601426925

The Raid that Rescued Us. The Mission that Defines Our Lives. You are trapped behind enemy lines. You feel it every day. Powerful forces want to destroy you and those you love. Completely surrounded, you see no means to escape. Sadly, the Jesus we often picture is too timid to help—more like a daytime talk show host than a dangerous Rescuer. Who would follow—much less risk everything—for such a leader? Get ready to see Jesus like you’ve never seen him before—a battle-scarred Combatant who stared death in the face and won. This is no Sunday-school Jesus, meek and mild. This is the Warrior Christ who has descended from the heavens, defeated the Enemy, and rescued humanity. Now, he calls us to continue his mission and fight for others—our families, our communities, and the world. In Jesus Was an Airborne Ranger, Army Chaplain John McDougall offers an alternative to the soft, gentle caricature of Jesus. Only the Warrior Christ can impact our broken world. And only in following him can you find the life of purpose you’ve always wanted. SUIT UP. It’s time to enter the fight with the first and greatest Airborne Ranger. The views expressed in this book are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Army, the Department of Defense or the U.S. government.

Jesus Was an Airborne Ranger

Jesus Was an Airborne Ranger
Author: John McDougall
Publisher: Multnomah
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2015-04-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1601426933

The Raid that Rescued Us. The Mission that Defines Our Lives. You are trapped behind enemy lines. You feel it every day. Powerful forces want to destroy you and those you love. Completely surrounded, you see no means to escape. Sadly, the Jesus we often picture is too timid to help—more like a daytime talk show host than a dangerous Rescuer. Who would follow—much less risk everything—for such a leader? Get ready to see Jesus like you’ve never seen him before—a battle-scarred Combatant who stared death in the face and won. This is no Sunday-school Jesus, meek and mild. This is the Warrior Christ who has descended from the heavens, defeated the Enemy, and rescued humanity. Now, he calls us to continue his mission and fight for others—our families, our communities, and the world. In Jesus Was an Airborne Ranger, Army Chaplain John McDougall offers an alternative to the soft, gentle caricature of Jesus. Only the Warrior Christ can impact our broken world. And only in following him can you find the life of purpose you’ve always wanted. SUIT UP. It’s time to enter the fight with the first and greatest Airborne Ranger. The views expressed in this book are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Army, the Department of Defense or the U.S. government.

Sua Sponte

Sua Sponte
Author: Dick Couch
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 386
Release: 2013-07-02
Genre: History
ISBN: 0425253600

Sua Sponte Latin for “Of Their Own Accord” The 75th Ranger Regiment’s Motto Army Rangers are not born. They are made. The modern 75th Ranger Regiment represents the culmination of 250 years of American soldiering. As a fighting force with our nation’s oldest and deepest tradition, the Regiment traces its origins to Richard Rogers’s Rangers during the prerevolutionary French and Indian War, through the likes of Francis Marion and John Mosby, to the five active Ranger battalions of the Second World War, and finally, to the four battalions of the current Ranger regiment engaged in modern combat. Granted unprecedented access to the training of this highly restricted component of America’s Special Operations Forces in a time of war, retired Navy captain Dick Couch tells the personal story of the young men who begin this difficult and dangerous journey to become Rangers. Many will try, but only a select few will survive to serve in the 75th Ranger Regiment. Sua Sponte follows a group of these aspiring young warriors through the crucible that is Ranger training and their preparation for direct-action missions in Afghanistan against America’s enemies, anywhere, any time, and under any conditions. INCLUDES PHOTOGRAPHS

The Road to Unafraid

The Road to Unafraid
Author: Jeff Struecker
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2009-08-24
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 141857385X

Jeff Struecker, a "Black Hawk Down" hero, the Army's Top Ranger, now an Army Chaplain, relates his own tales from the frontlines of every U.S. initiative since Panama, and tells how God taught him faith from the front in fear-soaked times. As readers go on-mission with Struecker through his harrowing tales, they will learn how to face their own fears with faith in a mighty God. Just as he told one of his charges in Mogadishu: "The difference between being a coward and a hero is not whether you're scared, it's what you do while you're scared."

Safest Place in Iraq

Safest Place in Iraq
Author: Colonel Paul Linzey
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing
Total Pages: 165
Release: 2020-03-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1642799181

Safest Place in Iraq tells the stories of men and women who experienced God during the war in Iraq, demonstrating the truth that Christian military chaplains are still allowed to openly share Christ and provide pastoral ministry, if they do it right. Even on good days, living for Christ is a challenging, risk-laden endeavor. One way to make the task a bit easier is to see how other Christians have successfully navigated their temptations and struggles. Safest Place in Iraq aims to do just that, by peering behind the curtain and showing how one military chaplain handled the various dangers, people, and circumstances he encountered during his war-time deployment in South Central Iraq. The result is a story that ranges from death and destruction to friendship and faith, and from temptation and torment to redemption and revival. Colonel Paul Linzey US Army Chaplain (Ret.) identifies the broad themes that everyone—both Christian and non-Christian—has to deal with when the going gets tough. He also shows by example what it takes to overcome life’s obstacles, whether dodging mortars in the desert, or fighting fear, loneliness, and temptation at home or at work. And in the process, Safest Place in Iraq shows that it is possible to remain true to one’s values and calling as a person of faith in a hostile world.

Certain Jeopardy

Certain Jeopardy
Author: Jeff Struecker
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2009
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0805448535

U.S. Special Ops approach an Al Qaeda base in Venezuela and discover its plans to transport a nuclear weapons expert to Iran. The debut novel from U.S. Army Ranger & Chaplain Jeff Struecker.

The Warrior Soul

The Warrior Soul
Author: Jerry Boykin
Publisher: Charisma Media
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2015-01-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 162998017X

LIFE IS A BATTLE, AND WE ARE ALL SOLDIERS. We may not wear a uniform, eat in a mess hall, or dodge actual bullets for a living, but we arein a war—a very crucial one. Just walk into any room of people and you’ll find immeasurablepain and wounds. On the outside we wear our camouflage well, but on the inside, deep withinour own souls, we realize life is conflict. It is traceable to a single source: Satan, the adversaryof our souls. Written by two US Army Green Berets, The Warrior’s Soul provides a guide for how to apply thetechniques of a true warrior in the spiritual realm by emphasizing five core elements: A cause greater than self—why we fight A settled memory—the link between history and current circumstances A personal intensity—eager for challenges and undistracted by personal issues An unflagging optimism—an absolute commitment to never surrender A deep camaraderie—a personal commitment to fellow warriors True warriors are willing to stand when others bow. With this first-rate preparation for spiritualbattle you can stand strong and see victory.

Ranger Knowledge

Ranger Knowledge
Author: Erik Larsen
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2013-08-06
Genre: History
ISBN: 1466841192

Filled with entertaining anecdotes and an insider's knowledge, Ranger Knowledge is a must-read for prospective rangers and armchair military enthusiasts everywhere. Written by a former 75th Ranger Regiment soldier, "Marty" will take you inside the Ranger Assessment and Selection Program and the Special Forces Assessment and Selection Program to teach prospective Special Operations soldiers the ins and outs of each unit's selection program. As someone who also runs a train-up program for soldiers going into the military on Ranger and Special Forces contracts, Marty is uniquely suited to write a program of instruction which walks would-be Special Operations troops through the course and tells them how to get from A to B and achieve their goals in the Special Operations community.

Charlie Mike

Charlie Mike
Author: Leonard B. Scott
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2011-07-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307801314

If war may be said to bring out the worst in governments, it frequently brings out the best in people. This is a novel about some of the very best. Some led. Some followed. Some died. “One of the finest novels yet written about the war in Vietnam.”—The Washington Post Sergeant David Grady: Leader of Ranger Team 2-2, the Double Deuce, he was a perfectionist who loved his men, his team, and his Army. For a long time they had been his whole world. Sarah Boyce: Cold. Beautiful. For all her life, she'd been her whole world. She thought she knew it well. Then, in Vietnam, she was overwhelmed by something that completely confused her. People call it love. Major John Colven: Commander, Sierra Company, 75th Infantry Airborne Rangers. Promoted up from the ranks during the Vietnam war, he was the perfect C.O. Every man he lost cost him a piece of his soul. Lieutenant Le Be Son: North Vietnamese Army Regular. He was also a perfectionist who loved his men, his platoon, and his people. He would sacrifice everything to protect his country. He might have to. He's got a date with the Double Deuce. “Charlie Mike may be the greatest war to story to come out of Vietnam. There is something for everyone in Leonard Scott's novel. . . . There's violence and compassion, gore and tenderness, arrogance and humility, friend and foe.”—Columbus Ledger Enquirer

Start Here

Start Here
Author: Jeff Struecker
Publisher:
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2021-03-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781736799109

Finally! A book that starts where you are and helps you navigate the Christian faith. If you are new to the Bible, church, or the Christian faith, let's face it; it can all be a little confusing and maybe even disorienting. Where should you start? In this book, pastor and U.S. Army veteran Jeff Struecker gives you a road map. He has guided thousands of people in their faith, and he wants to do the same for you. You will learn: -How to make sure you're on the right path to God -Why Jesus came and what that means for you -Where to find the greatest treasure in life -How the gospel can change your key relationships Plus, as a bonus, we've included answers to many of the top questions people ask about God, faith, and the Bible. Once you start learning about the Christian faith, questions will come up. It's great to ask questions, and we want to make sure that you can find answers right away. We don't answer every question, but chances are, some of your biggest questions are in this book. Pastor Jeff Struecker is a warrior, award winning author, professor, and nationally-known speaker. However, Jeff's first priority is following King Jesus passionately. Featured in the book Black Hawk Down, Jeff served many years in the United States military. Upon retiring from the Army in 2011, he was inducted into the US Ranger Hall of Fame. He has authored numerous books and holds a Ph.D. in Applied Theology. He is the Founding Pastor of 2 Cities Church in Columbus GA.