Even Unto Death: The Spiritual Armory of the Evangelical Lutheran Church - Chapter 9

9. What Does It Mean to Be Evangelical Lutheran? Being Bound - The armed forces often name their installations, ships, aircraft, and tactical vehicles after individuals who have demonstrated conspicuous intrepidity in the midst of battle. This custom serves a twofold purpose: it honors the memory of those who fought valiantly to defend their nation and it instructs future generations regarding what is at stake on the field of battle.