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MILITARY TO MISSIONARY: From What I Thought I Was Created For to My True Calling

by Pastor Dave Akers

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  • 216 pages
  • Publisher: Pastor Dave Akers
  • 15.3 x 22.9 x 1.2 cm

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Military to Missionary is a powerful, honest story of identity, loss, faith, and redemption.

David grew up believing his life had one clear mission-to become a soldier. As the son of a United States Army serviceman, discipline, courage, and sacrifice shaped his entire worldview. The military wasn't just a career; it was his purpose.

Driven by determination, David pushed himself through the demanding world of military training and airborne operations. The uniform gave him meaning, direction, and a brotherhood he deeply valued.

But everything changed in a single moment.

During a parachute training jump, a devastating accident shattered his body and abruptly ended the career he believed he was born to live. In an instant, the identity he had built his entire life around disappeared.

Without the military, David faced a new and unexpected battle.

The physical injuries were only the beginning. As he struggled with pain and uncertainty, he also faced emotional trauma, anger, and a growing sense of isolation. The discipline that once defined him slowly gave way to destructive habits, addiction, and broken relationships.

What followed was a difficult downward spiral.

David found himself battling:

  • Title

    MILITARY TO MISSIONARY: From What I Thought I Was Created For to My True Calling

  • Publisher

    Pastor Dave Akers

  • Published

    March 2026

  • Weight

    296g

  • Page Count

    216

  • Dimensions

    15.3 x 22.9 x 1.2 cm

  • ISBN

    9798903295319

  • ISBN-10

    8903295315

  • Eden Code

    7433163