Ave Spotlight

Episode 178: Faith, Freedom, and the Heart of Sacrifice: A Veterans Day Reflection with Oscar Rivera

November 10th, 2025  |  27 mins 8 secs

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In this Veterans Day episode, host Oscar Rivera pauses to honor and thank the men and women who serve our country in the armed forces. Oscar reflects on the themes of faith, discipline, obedience, and sacrifice—virtues shared by both a life in Christ and a life of military service. Drawing on the humility and trust of the Roman centurion in the Gospels, he explores how authentic freedom is always rooted in self-gift. Join us in praying in gratitude for all who serve and safeguard peace.