as our troops bleed and die
in order to liberate those
created in Your image,
we declare our dependence upon You
on behalf of them.
And for good reason.
These we love are brave, but human.
They are strong, but also weak.
And while they seek a speedy end
to this unnecessary evil
we seek Your face, O God.
Protect our daughters and sons
as bombs explode and guns fire around them.
Give them clarity of purpose amid casualties
(both military and civilian).
Cure their homesickness
with a sense of Your Presence.
Nourish their hunger for peace.
Renew their confidence
in the cause for which they fight.
Revive their flagging spirits
as You remind them of the values
for which our Banner stands.
One nation, under You,
with liberty and justice for all.
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