On November 11, 2026, my wife and I went out to celebrate Veterans Day, something we have done together every year for many years. We went to Golden Corral for its Military Appreciation Night. As a veteran, I have always appreciated the way they go out of their way to honor those who served. The restaurant was full of veterans and their families. A singer was performing patriotic music. People were singing and dancing, and there was joy all around us.
We got our food and sat down. As I listened and looked around, I felt the presence of the Holy Spirit come over me. I sensed the Lord beginning to speak to me, and suddenly I was overcome with tremendous grief.
I struggled to hold back tears. People were coming by to thank me for my service and ask how I was doing. I tried to smile and keep my composure, but the sorrow kept growing. Finally, it became more than I could bear in that moment. My wife and I left the restaurant, and I sat in our car trying to collect my thoughts.
When Tiffany asked me what was wrong, I told her what I believed the Lord had just shown me.
What I Saw Concerning America
In what I saw, there was war, people and families being swept into a military draft, and terrible destruction unfolding across our nation. I believed I was being shown a warning of judgment coming upon America. I kept asking myself how I could celebrate when I had just seen what I believed lay ahead for our country.
My thoughts went to the sacrifices Americans have made through so many wars. I thought about the Revolutionary War and the founding of our country. I thought about George Washington, our first president, and wondered how he would feel if he could see where the nation is heading today.
I felt broken over what I believe is America's rejection of God. I thought of Jeremiah grieving for his nation and of Jesus weeping over Jerusalem, as recorded in Luke 19:41. I could see people enjoying the evening, and part of me wanted to tell them to hold on to that joy. I was grieved by the thought of dark days ahead.
Joel 2:12: A Call to Return to the Lord
In Joel 2:12, the Word says:
“Now, therefore,” says the Lord, “Turn to Me with all your heart, With fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.” (Joel 2:12, NKJV)
That is my appeal. Seek the Lord with your whole heart. Pray and fast. Repent and turn away from sin. Put Jesus first. Pray for America, pray for your household, and do everything you can to reach the people around you.
Even in the middle of that grief, there was one truth that gave me hope. There is a kingdom greater than the United States and greater than every nation on earth. It is God's kingdom. Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior. He is King. In Him we have the promise of eternal salvation.
I have never experienced a Veterans Day quite like this. I am sharing what happened because I believe the warning is urgent. Please hear the message, seek the Lord, and pray deeply for America and for your family.
Watch my full Veterans Day prophetic vision: Veterans Day Prophetic Vision | November 11, 2026 | Joel 2:12.