The Congressional Medal of Honor was conceived in 1861 The Medal of Honor is awarded in the name of Congress to a person who, while a member of the Armed Services, distinguishes himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against any enemy of The United States. The deed performed must have been one of personal bravery or self-sacrifice so conspicuous as to clearly distinguish the individual above his comrades and must have involved risk of life. * The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Services of the United States. * Presented by the President “for gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty”. * President Truman: “I would rather have the blue band of the Medal of Honor around my neck than be President!” * Recipients are always saluted, regardless of rank. * Since 1862 only 3,465 medals have been awarded to 3,446 men. Honor is very important to our God. Learning to Value what He considers important is the key to seeing His Blessings upon your life, to seeing His Pathway, His Will for your Life. We have examined the role of Honor in understanding and learning the Ways of God. * If you are pleased with me, teach me your ways so I may know you and continue to find favor with you. Remember that this nation is your people.” Exodus 33:13 (NIV) * Teach me Your way, O Lord, And lead me in a smooth path, because of my enemies. Psalms 27:11 (NKJV) * Show me Your ways, O Lord; Teach me Your paths. Psalms 25:4 (NKJV) * Teach me thy way, O LORD; I will walk in thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name. (Ps 86:11) You have to make a decision who you want to follow. You can follow God, or you can follow anything that is left. Following God involves Honoring who and what He says to Honor. That Honor brings reward...