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A Soldiers Prayer
Melody by:Lieut. Charles A. Zimmermann, 1906
Author...Unknown
I asked for strength that I might achieve-I was made weak that I might learn humbly to obey.
I asked for help that I might do greater things-I was given infirmity that I might do better things.
I asked for riches that I might be happy-I was given poverty that I might be wise.
I asked for power that I might have the praise of men-I was given weakness that I might feel the need of God.
I asked for all things that I might enjoy life-I was given life that I might enjoy all things.
I got nothing that I asked for-but everything I had hoped for. Almost despite myself, my unspoken prayers were answered.
I am, among all men, most richly blessed!
This prayer was reported to have been found on the body of a Confederate soldier.
God our Father
Help me to remain true to my ideals during my service to my country. Help me be what is in America, the land of the free.
May I realize that I represent what our country stands for. My uniform is a symbol of duty and valor both in peace and in war.
I take up arms to defend what all Americans hold dear: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Grant me the strength to live according to these ideals, the courage of my convictions, and the resolve to endure whatever dangers threaten.
With you at our side I fear no evil and resist every enemy, secure in the knowledge that you hold me in the palm of your hand.
Author...Unknown
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